Sourcing Operation - Sourcing Intern (Dec 2024)

Join the Adidas Internship Program!

Are you passionate about sports and eager to start your internship with a global leader in the industry? At Adidas, we believe in the power of sport to change lives. Our mission is to be the best sports brand in the world, with a “You Got This” mentality to reach beyond possibilities!

This 6-month Part-Time Internship at Adidas provides you with a unique opportunity to apply what you’ve learned at university, use your knowledge in practice, and live your passion for sports in our Guangzhou Global Sourcing business.

Why Adidas?

• Dynamic Industry: With sports playing an increasingly important role in people’s lives, both on and off the field, we operate in a highly attractive industry with lots of potential.
• Innovative Environment: We push the boundaries of products, quality, experiences, and services based on our deep understanding of our consumers and the authenticity of the Adidas brand.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We champion DEI by fostering a culture where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

About the Sourcing Operations Team

• Support Operations Management to work closely with internal functional teams and vendors to well manage direct or non-direct development and sample/bulk production quality of assigned vendors
• Support project management and data analysis

Key Objectives & Opportunity

• To learn how to work with teams from different backgrounds and experience an international work vibe
• To enhance data, project management, and presentation skills

Key Responsibilities

• Support Operations Management to manage/monitor the development process from design to release of bulk production focusing on prototype sampling, costing, testing, and quality control to ensure development is completed up to Adidas standards and targets before the defined buy-ready date.
• Support Operations Management to manage production, quality, and ME at designated suppliers to ensure consistent quality of production environment, production processes, and finished goods.
• Support to make sure SEA policies/rules are well implemented by all T1 factories.
• Ad Hoc projects/tasks as assigned by the manager

Key Working Relationships

• Global Sourcing
• Product Operations
• Other Global Functions teams: Social and Environmental Affairs / Government Affairs
• External stakeholders: Sourcing Suppliers

Requirement

• An undergraduate or master's degree in a relevant subject. Preferably major in Business, Administration, etc.
• Strong data analytical and planning skills  
• Experienced in project management is a plus
• Fluent in Chinese & English (written and spoken)
• Strong MS Office Skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Logical thinking, self-motivated with a keen interest in learning, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Passionate in the Sport Industry
• At least 3 working days per week, 6 months service period
• Readiness to start the internship in Jan 2025 with 6 months duration.