Porto Specialist GBS Sourcing Operations 13

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PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION adidas Global Business Services (GBS) plays an important role in the transformation toward ONE adidas. As part of the company’s operational backbone, GBS delivers consistent global services, improves user experience, and supports efficient ways of working across the organization. As a Specialist GBS Sourcing Operations, you will support and execute sourcing operations that make procurement processes simpler, more efficient, and easier to use. You will work with Ariba Sourcing, Ariba Network, Guided Buying, eCatalogues, eMarketplaces, and other adidas purchasing tools to enable effective buying channels and support sourcing activities. Using critical thinking and problem-solving, you will analyze operational challenges, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute practical solutions. Working in a global and changing environment, you will collaborate closely with internal teams and suppliers, adapt to evolving business needs and priorities, and look for simpler and new ways of working through automation and process improvement. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Set up, update, and maintain eCatalogues, eMarketplaces, and purchasing content in Ariba across different markets and regions, including forms, category tiles, RFQs, and preferred supplier structures. Support e-sourcing activities, including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and e-auctions, while managing user access, supplier registration, training, troubleshooting, and user support. Collaborate with suppliers through SAP Business Network to support supplier setup and onboarding, and e-invoicing, Identify opportunities to increase catalogue coverage, improve purchasing channels, simplify processes, and automate Purchase Orders. Apply a structured problem-solving approach to operational challenges by identifying root causes, recommending practical solutions, and supporting implementation. Analyze and track rebate agreements, check compliance with agreed conditions, and coordinate follow-up with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Maintain accurate procurement data and content in relevant adidas purchasing tools, including NTPD, while building effective partnerships and adapting to changing business priorities. KEY RELATIONSHIPS GBS NTP & GNTP and GBS NTP Management Procurement Excellence Category & Market Teams Internal business partners Suppliers KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES You are proactive and improvement-focused, with an interest in digitalization, automation, and finding simpler ways of working. You bring experience in procurement, sourcing operations, shared services, or a related environment. You use critical thinking, analytical skills, and a structured problem-solving approach to turn data and operational challenges into practical actions. You communicate clearly and build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders across teams, functions, and cultures. You are fluent in written and spoken English. You organize priorities, take ownership, and adapt with agility to changing requirements, technologies, and ways of working. Knowledge of SAP Ariba, particularly Guided Sourcing, SAP Business Network, and/or Guided Buying, is an advantage. REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field, or comparable relevant professional experience. 2 to 3 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in procurement, sourcing operations, purchasing, or a shared services environment. Previous experience with SAP Ariba or another procurement or sourcing platform is an advantage. 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: Specialist GBS Sourcing Operations TEAM: Corporate Services Location: Porto State: 13 Country/Region: PT Contract Type: Full time Number: 551384 Date: Nov 4, 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.