Industrial Engineer - Distribution Operations

The Industrial Engineer supports Distribution Operations within the Supply Chain & Sourcing team, identifying, evaluating and implementing improvements to processing, distribution, packaging material, equipment and methods of operation using proven Industrial Engineering techniques. The role directly impacts safety, cost per unit, quality, productivity and throughput, and requires the design, quantification and implementation of systems or processes that improve productivity, reduce waste, are cost efficient and ensure quality. The position works closely with the local distribution centre operations team, Supply Chain Management market-based teams, local and global IT, business functions such as GOPS, Finance and HR, supplier management, and external consultants and vendors as needed.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in Industrial Engineering principles and apply proven techniques to improve processing, distribution, packaging material, equipment and methods of operation.
• Develop and maintain engineered labour standards for designated job functions within the distribution centre, managing process documentation and preparing reporting tools.
• Identify opportunities to increase productivity and quality and reduce overall operational cost within the distribution centres.
• Provide data-driven recommendations, such as models, reporting, analytics and layouts, to improve leadership decision-making.
• Identify and quantify constraints within the distribution centres and implement process improvements and technological upgrades to alleviate them.
• Recommend methods for improving employee-level efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities, such as restructuring job duties, reorganising workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, or purchasing equipment.
• Participate in weekly operational performance meetings and interact with hourly distribution centre employees to identify best practices, acting as a change agent.
• Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting the Manhattan Labour Management productivity tracking software, and monitor and facilitate efficient utilisation of the facility's PIT fleet to maximise performance and reduce downtime.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and create financial business cases for projects, providing an economic justification for capital appropriations.
• Lead and manage end-to-end small to mid-scale projects, monitoring cost, effort and scope against the project plan and implementing corrective actions and mitigations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with adidas and Supply Chain Management standards, such as PMO and controlling standards, and with the adidas Procurement Policy and Procedures, including vendor relationships and approval governance.
• Manage project budget and tracking, reporting monthly budget accruals and variances, and perform other special projects or assignments for the Director or Senior Manager of Industrial Engineering.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field from a college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Three or more years of experience in a distribution centre environment.
• Broad background in Industrial Engineering technology and application.
• Strong experience working on several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Troubleshooting skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Project management skills.
• Ability to drive change without direct authority.
• Thorough understanding of work measurement programmes such as MTM and MOST, and of time study techniques.
• Experience developing and implementing direct labour standards for costing, staffing and evaluating performance where required.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, PowerBI).
• Fluent English, both verbal and written.

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black belt.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Experience with Manhattan WMS systems.

• Hybrid work model, with employees working in the office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays.
• Because the role supports Distribution Centre operations, the remote workday may vary based on business needs.
• Due to the collaborative nature of the position, on-site attendance may be required all five days of the workweek.

• Robust and progressive medical coverage, including an HSA with employer funding or FSA options, plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
• Adoption support, including surrogate and fertility support.
• Short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Enrolment in the 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
• Education assistance for full-time employees.
• Generous leave policies, including 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Eligibility to earn an annual bonus based on company performance.
• Prorated flexible time off accruing at 0.4388 hours per day, increasing with years of service.
• Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Service Time Off during milestone years.

The company celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in the workplace, and actively encourages individuals with disabilities to apply, providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. adidas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward any of its applicants or employees. Though teammates hail from all corners of the world, the working language is English.