Seoul Senior Manager, DC Engineering, SCM

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Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: The Senior Manager, DC Engineering provides dedicated engineering expertise for the design, implementation and stabilization of adidas Korea distribution center solutions. The role translates business and operational requirements into technically robust, scalable and cost-effective solutions and provides independent validation of concepts proposed by 3PL partners, consultants and solution providers. Working across Market and Global functions, the role ensures that DC layouts, capacity assumptions, material flows, equipment and automation solutions are fit for purpose and aligned with adidas standards from concept design through operational handover. Key Responsibilities: • DC Solution Design and Engineering • Develop and technically validate distribution center layouts, process flows, storage concepts and material movement solutions. • Translate volume forecasts, inventory profiles and operational requirements into capacity, space and throughput requirements. • Perform capacity, throughput and bottleneck analyses and recommend appropriate engineering solutions. • Develop and review layouts, engineering drawings, technical specifications and solution documentation. • Evaluate manual, semi-automated and automated concepts based on operational requirements, scalability, safety and total cost. • Technical Validation and 3PL Engineering Governance • Provide independent technical assessment of concepts and solutions proposed by 3PL partners, consultants and vendors. • Challenge assumptions related to capacity, productivity, operational flow, equipment selection and facility design using fact-based engineering analysis. • Review proposed solutions against adidas operational requirements, engineering principles and applicable Global Distribution standards. • Identify design gaps and engineering risks and drive timely resolution with relevant stakeholders. • Automation and Material Handling Solutions • Assess requirements and solution options for material handling equipment, warehouse automation and supporting technologies. • Provide engineering input into equipment specifications, supplier evaluation and solution selection. • Partner with Global Engineering, Technology, Procurement and external providers on technical design and implementation. • Support testing, commissioning and operational acceptance of engineering and automation solutions. • DC Project Implementation and Go-Live Readiness • Provide engineering ownership throughout the project lifecycle from concept development and solution design through implementation, testing, go-live and stabilization. • Ensure engineering deliverables are completed in line with agreed scope, quality requirements and project milestones. • Support facility, equipment and process testing, including operational readiness and end-to-end validation. • Identify technical risks during implementation and coordinate mitigation with project, operational and external partner teams. • Support ramp-up, hypercare and structured handover of engineering solutions to DC Operations. • Engineering Performance and Lifecycle Optimization • Monitor the technical performance of layouts, equipment and automation solutions against approved design criteria, and recommend engineering modifications where performance gaps are identified. • Apply engineering analysis to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, system availability and technical bottleneck resolution without assuming ownership of site Lean programs or operational process improvement. • Capture technical lessons from engineering projects and maintain reusable design criteria, equipment specifications, validation checklists and engineering standards for future DC investments. • Provide engineering scenarios and technical feasibility assessments for network development, capacity expansion, facility constraints, equipment lifecycle and future DC investment decisions. Key Relationships: • Korea SCM Leadership • DC Operations • Global Distribution / Global Engineering • Global Network • Tech / IT • Procurement and Finance • 3PL providers • Engineering consultants Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Strong knowledge of distribution center design and warehouse operations • Strong industrial engineering capability, including capacity analysis, throughput modelling, layout design and material flow analysis • Good understanding of warehouse automation and material handling equipment • Ability to interpret and develop technical layouts, drawings, specifications and engineering documentation • Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills • Strong project management capability in complex DC implementation environments • Ability to critically evaluate technical proposals and challenge assumptions with fact-based analysis • Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without formal authority • Strong stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills across Market, Global and external partners • Well-organized, self-directed and able to work effectively under tight deadlines Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline • At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in distribution center engineering, industrial engineering, logistics engineering or warehouse solution design • Demonstrated experience in DC design, capacity and throughput analysis, layout development and material flow optimization • Hands-on experience in DC implementation, expansion, material handling or warehouse automation projects • Experience working with 3PL providers, engineering consultants, MHE suppliers or automation solution providers • Proficiency in AutoCAD or an equivalent engineering or layout design tool preferred • Knowledge of WMS, WCS, WES and warehouse automation environments preferred • Lean, Six Sigma and/or project management certification is an advantage • Fluent in English and Korean, written and oral 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. At adidas, we strongly believe that embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture and talent processes gives our employees a sense of belonging and our brand a real competitive advantage. – Culture Starts With People, It Starts With You – By recruiting talent and developing our people to reflect the rich diversity of our consumers and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion that engages our employees and authentically connects our brand with our consumers. Job Title: Senior Manager, DC Engineering, SCM TEAM: Supply Chain & Sourcing Location: Seoul State: Country/Region: KR Contract Type: Full time Number: 551379 Date: Oct 29, 2026 Apply now » Find similar jobs: Home Search Jobs Imprint Legal Notice Privacy Notice Contact Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. THROUGH SPORT, WE HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE LIVES. © 2026 adidas. All Rights Reserved.