INTERNSHIP - SUPPLY CHAIN (M/F/D)

JOIN OUR SUPPLY CHAIN GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION TEAM!
Our team, being adidas’ global outbound center of excellence for our partnering functions & markets,  provides strategic insight, meaningful capabilities and support in executions, bringing innovation while identifying efficiency and process excellence opportunities, optimize costs, improve service levels, and enhance overall supply chain performance.

As an intern you will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in supply chain operations within the context of our direct-to-consumer sales channel. This role will provide hands-on exposure to various aspects of supply chain management, specifically in global outbound.

YOUR TASKS

• Support the implementation of initiatives to enhance outbound transportation capabilities
• Assist the Global Outbound Mapping in the respective Regions and the Maturity Matrix as respective result
• Contribute to Carrier Integration process for Retail, Wholesale and Ecom
• Support in establishing and updating Global Outbound documentations
• Collaborate with partnering functions (Global and Regions)
• Support in analysing transportation data and identifying key trends and insights to support strategic decision-making
• Assist in tracking transportation KPIs and performance metrics, and contribute to regular reporting

 WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH

• Student with a focus on Business, Information Systems, SCM, Operations, Logistics or similar
• Enrolled as full-time student for the complete duration of the internship
• Knowledge and awareness of: Product Supply, Global Logistics, Supply Chain Development
• Structured, organized and process orientated, with an analytical mindset  
• High resilience and solution-oriented attitude 
• Team player who enjoys working in an international environment 
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills 
• Strong MS Office skills
• Fluent in English both verbally and written 

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Employee discounts on products
• Chances to attend and take part in on campus events and sponsored adidas events/games
• Structured training and development, access to LinkedIn Learning, Language Training and adidas Learning Portal
• Possibility to join our mentorship program, networking opportunities or employee resource groups
• International intern community and work environment
• Regular development conversations as part of your role
• Inspiring campus with canteens, cafes, reflection rooms and sport facilities including an on-site gym (25/month) and many more sports facilities
• Company sports program including classes and events focusing on sports and mental health
• Flexible and agile working arrangements (40% home office possible)
• Monthly gross allowance: non-compulsory internship 2.098,00, compulsory internship 1.590,00 (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same)

ELIGIBILITY

• Enrolled as full-time student for the complete duration of the internship 
• Or in the so-called gap year between Bachelor and Master’s degree (gap year regulation only applicable to EU citizens due to working permit regulations)
• Candidates in penultimate year of study preferred (following the internship, students should have maximum one year to graduate)
• Availability for the full duration of the internship from March 2025 - September 2025
• Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship

KEY FACTS

• Application Deadline: October 31st, 2024, 11:59 PM CET
• Start Dates: March 17th, 2025
• Duration: 6 months
• Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)

NEXT STEPS

To apply to the role, please submit your CV. You don't have to write us a motivation letter, but if you have something to say, let us know. 

Please apply in the same language as the job description

If we feel like it is a match, you'll be invited to a video interview- don't worry we'll fully brief you on this