Lean Management Specialist

Trafford, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Join the adidas Distribution team and shape the future of the sporting goods industry!


For over 75 years, our European heritage has been a fusion of culture and innovation, driving global sports trends. Our Distribution Centres across Europe and our offices, from Herzogenaurach to London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Athens, Milan, Manchester, and Paris, are centres of creativity and collaboration. We aim to be Europe's best sports brand, seeking pioneers and visionaries to join our bold journey.


At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're invited to make a global impact, joining a team that values creativity, courage and innovation.


Are you ready to be part of our journey?


What you'll do
At adidas we are committed to live the LEAN philosophy and to apply LEAN principles to our daily operation - maximising customer value while minimising waste and continuously improving our way of working.


This position will facilitate the implementation of the LEAN Management philosophy in support of goals and objectives. They will drive own initiatives and provide support to the site leadership team in the deployment of LEAN concepts. They will help to identify improvement opportunities and the resources necessary to accomplish planned improvements as well as coach and mentor multiple improvement teams within the Distribution Centre to affect rapid change.


Skills you'll need
Our jobs are very competitive and we're lucky enough to be able to invite the best candidates in the industry to interview, please read below and apply only if you bring the following:
Minimum 1 years' experience in applying LEAN concepts in a logistics or in manufacturing operations Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills to all levels of the organization Demonstrated project management skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment Computer skills: MS Office suite, MS Project, MS Visio



Additional Benefits
Leading pension scheme, performance related bonus, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Westfield cash plan and generous employee discount.


AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.




COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..


OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.


INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.


TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.


INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company's standards.


RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.


ADIDAS CELEBRATES DIVERSITY, SUPPORTS INCLUSIVENESS AND ENCOURAGES INDIVIDUAL EXPRESSION IN OUR WORKPLACE. WE DO NOT TOLERATE THE HARASSMENT OR DISCRIMINATION TOWARD ANY OF OUR APPLICANTS OR EMPLOYEES. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.


JOB TITLE:
Lean Management Specialist
BRAND:
LOCATION:
Trafford Park
TEAM:
Supply Chain & Sourcing
STATE:
COUNTRY/REGION:
GB
CONTRACT TYPE:
Full time
NUMBER:
528365
DATE:
May 6, 2025

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3076255
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Trafford, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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