Analyst, Strategy & Optimization - Outbound Transportation

Analyst, Strategy & Optimization - Outbound Transportation

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: This position is responsible for supporting domestic outbound transportation at adidas (Retail, eCommerce, and Wholesale). Support development and stability of the adidas transportation model and ensure expected delivery performance/SLA targets are met or exceeded. This position will focus on the Outbound Director’s implementation of transportation strategic initiatives while supporting and collaborating with other leaders, including the Sr Manager Outbound Transportation.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Outbound Transportation Leadership to understand business strategic ambitions and support process improvement initiatives
• Provide analytics, reporting and operational insight focused on cost savings and operational efficiency
• Support implementation of tactical carrier optimization strategies
• Analyze optimization inputs to drive TMS/nShift accuracy and performance enhancements
• Support technical integration of carriers in TMS/nShift
• Support and analyze variances between eCom/Omni and TMS/nShift platforms
• Supports strategic projects & outbound network optimization
• Define and implement reduced lead-time programs and initiatives in conjunction with the business channels
• Track and monitor On-Time Delivery and SLA carrier performance
• Support collaborations on Delivery Promise improvement
• Support procurement contract negotiations providing relevant data and information
• Leverage and explore opportunities for utilization of AI in both day-to-day and forward-looking activities and objectives
• Other duties as assigned

Key Relationships:

• Internally: Distribution Centers, eCom/Retail/Wholesale Excellence, Store Operations, Customer Service, Order Fulfillment, Customs, SCM Finance
• Externally: 3PLs, carriers (parcel, LTL, and TL), Customs Broker.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Complete knowledge of all modes of transportation (IM, LTL, TL and Parcel)
• Knowledge of eCommerce transportation preferred
• Excellent analytical skills and experience with performance metrics
• Track record of process improvement
• Knowledge of Supply Chain financial reporting and freight payment processes
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Sound knowledge of the US distribution industry and transport operations
• Ability to summarize and present key findings to department and cross-functional leadership teams
• Independent working attitude with little oversight needed
• Ability to take ownership of a project, prioritize effectively, and ultimately drive project through to completion
• This position requires a self-motivated independent working mentality to be successful

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or Analytics from a college or university or equivalent combination of education and work experience

• Minimum 2+ years related work experience in the supply chain/logistics industry or supply chain finance (transportation focused)

• Advanced proficiency in English is required, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend information effectively to perform the essential functions of the role

• Hybrid work policy requiring attendance in the office Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday each week; in-person attendance may be required for certain collaboration or presentations

• adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process

• adidas offers medical, dental, vision, and other benefits; 401k plan and stock purchase plan with employer match; education assistance and leave policies

• Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus; leave policies include paid time off and holidays

• Working language is English

• At adidas we have a winning culture with behaviors including Courage, Ownership, Innovation, Teamplay, Integrity, and Respect. We strive to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into our culture and talent processes.

Job Title:

• Analyst, Strategy & Optimization - Outbound Transportation

TEAM:

• Supply Chain & Sourcing

Location

Spartanburg, SC, US

Contract Type: Full time

Number: 550765

Date: Oct 12, 2026