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Manager, Shipment Planning

Manager, Shipment Planning

adidasKwun Tong, HK
15 days ago
Job description

Key Responsibilities :

Daily Mode Selection & Booking :

Execute mode assignments based on defined framework.

  • Validate carrier / service-level compliance (e.g., expedited ocean SLAs vs. standard).
  • Flag exceptions (e.g., urgent AIR requests) to line manager for approval.
  • Provide real-time updates to markets on shipment statuses.

Load Optimization & Consolidation :

Apply smart consolidation rules (e.g., grouping shipments by DC / Market).

  • Monitor container fill rates and adjust bookings to avoid underutilization.
  • Coordinate with 3PLs to ensure proper load sequencing (e.g., FIFO for perishable goods).

    • Data-Driven Execution Monitoring :

    Track actual vs. planned mode performance (e.g., SEA-AIR transit time deviations).

  • Identify cost leaks (e.g., unapproved airfreight usage) and escalate to the line manager.
  • Maintain audit trails of mode-change decisions for Finance reviews.

    • Carrier & 3PL Coordination :

    Communicate mode-specific requirements to carriers.

  • Work with 3PLs to ensure bookings align with adidas’ routing guides.
  • Resolve booking-level issues (e.g., carrier capacity shortages) in real time.

    • Process Documentation & Improvement :

    Document root causes of mode failures (e.g., customs delays in SEA-AIR).

  • Propose process tweaks to line manager (e.g., adjusting lead-time buffers for rail).
  • Update SOPs for mode selection based on lessons learned.

    • Key Relationships :

  • Supply Chain Management teams [Global Logistics Operation + Markets]
  • Non-trade procurement team
  • Global Product Supply
  • Global Logistics Service Providers
  • Sourcing management / Liaison Offices

    • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to execute mode assignments and validate carrier / service-level compliance.
  • Excellent analytical skills to track actual vs. planned mode performance and identify cost leaks.
  • Effective communication skills to provide real-time updates to markets and communicate mode-specific requirements to carriers.
  • Ability to apply smart consolidation rules and coordinate with 3PLs for load optimization.
  • Proficiency in documenting root causes of mode failures and proposing process improvements.
  • Strong problem-solving skills to resolve booking-level issues and maintain audit trails for Finance reviews.
  • Knowledge of supply chain management principles and practices, particularly in logistics and transportation.
  • Proficiency in MS-Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other relevant software tools.

    • Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications :

  • A 4-year degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis on business, economics, logistics, planning, supply chain, information systems, or operations; an MBA is a plus.
  • A minimum of 4 years of work experience in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field, ideally within an apparel / fashion supply chain or a fast-moving logistics environment.
  • Experience in multi-national transportation logistics and project management, with a proven track record of implementing change and driving process improvements.
  • Experience in coordinating with 3PLs and carriers, and managing daily mode selection and booking.
  • Familiarity with global logistics operations and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
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