Associate - SLM (6 months Fixed Terms Contract)

adidas · Chennai

  • Experience3–4 yrs
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Work modeonsite
  • Posted23 Sept 2026
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About adidas

adidas is hiring in Chennai in consumer goods. This role looks for around 3+ years of experience.

Skills

  • Supplier creation and modification
  • SAP
  • VAT/WHT compliance
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Accounts Payable
  • Basic Accounting
  • Internal controls
  • Standard operating procedures

The role

A procure-to-pay operations associate at a global consumer-goods company processes supplier creation and changes in SAP, validates accounting documentation, and maintains VAT/WHT compliance. The role applies Microsoft Excel and shared service operations to accurate request handling and internal controls.

Full job description

PURPOSE

Ensuring correct and daily execution of key responsibilities in the adidas Global Business Services

Centre according to the requirements of the company Accounting Manual for specific area of

responsibility.

The primary responsibility of this role is processing of Supplier creation and modification activities and ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant in processing of Supplier creation and changes. The role involves managing day-to-day process activities, maintaining accuracy and adherence to agreed TAT, handling of basic queries related to supplier creation and modification raised stakeholders and ensuring compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities

Receive request for vendor creation/changes and do analysisValidation of request with documents as per DTPHandle of creation/changes in Procurement/Non-Procurement in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) ensuring accuracy in all fields with accurately and within SLA timelinesEnsure compliance with tax regulations (VAT/WHT) and company policies.Conduct double-checks to ensure accuracy of data entry.Follow up on assigned requests in the system.Respond to basic inquiries via email.Maintain productivity with high accuracy as per the defined targets.Support on additional activities and EscalationsFollow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and meet defined SLAs/KPIsPerform assigned control activities in a timely manner to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.

Key Relationships

Accounts Payable Team Payment TeamNon-Trade Procurement Local market stakeholders via process areas.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

Basic Accounting knowledge Knowledge in Accounts Payable process Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP), Basic Microsoft Excel, Word SkillsExperience in a Shared Service environment is an advantage Strong sense of responsibility and accountabilityDecision makingEffective written and verbal communicationAttention to detail to meet quality standardsSelf-motivated and self-directed individual

Qualifications

University degree in Commerce/Business Administration/Finance/ Controlling or similar3+ years of relevant work experience in the accounting / business area

adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.