
Sr Specialist - Finance BI & Automation
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Permanent
- Full-time
Accept ClosePress Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSearch by KeywordSearch by LocationSearch by KeywordSearch by LocationLoading...Team:LocationType:Grade:Create Alert×Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:StartPlease wait...Sr Specialist - Finance BI & AutomationPurpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:We are looking for a technically strong individual to join our Future Capabilities team, driving innovation across adidas' Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) landscape. The role focuses on automating processes, developing analytical models, and building scalable solutions using tools like Python, SQL, VBA, and Machine Learning frameworks. This is a technology-first role aimed at modernizing how finance operates globally.Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement process automation using Python, VBA, and SQL to reduce manual workload across FP&A.
- Develop machine learning models and algorithms to enhance forecasting, pattern recognition, and scenario simulation.
- Build and maintain interactive dashboards using Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud, or similar BI platforms.
- Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends and actionable insights for functional teams.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
- Create scripts and utilities for recurring reporting, reconciliation, and data transformation.
- Continuously evaluate and improve existing tools, workflows, and data pipelines for efficiency and scalability.
- Drive technical innovation initiatives, POCs, and contribute to a digital-first culture.
- GBS Finance team
- adidas Finance Team
- adidas Market Controllers
- Business transformation team (TRANS4RM project)
- Accounting
- HR
- Must-Have Technical Skills:
o Advanced proficiency in SQL and VBA scripting
o Experience in machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow)
o Hands-on with Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud, or equivalent BI tools
o Exposure to SAP systems (FI/CO or BW/4HANA)
o Familiarity with cloud-based platforms like Databricks
o Experience in Project management and in facilitating workshops
o Multicultural awareness and open minded to work in diverse business environmentsSoft Skills:
o Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
o Self-driven, curious, and passionate about automation and technology
o Effective communication and documentation skillsEducation & Experience:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, Commerce, or related fields
- 6 -10 years of hands-on experience in technical roles involving analytics, scripting, or automation
- Experience in finance/controlling environments is a plus but not mandatory
- 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.