Lead Transportation Analyst, Canada

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

**This role requires weekly on-site work split between CHQ and the Brimley Distribution Center.**

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You will work in a cross-functional environment that spans across Nike’s matrix of North
America Supply Chain and commercial partners. Teams include but are not limited to US
based Transportation, Canada Marketplace Supply Chain, our Distribution Center, middle and
last carriers, NDDC, Tech, Analytics, and Planning.
The NIKE, Inc. Supply Chain team is the engine that propels product around the world. Supply
Chain experts ensure that every year, almost a billion units of footwear, apparel and
equipment arrive at the right place, at the right time. To ensure this complex job goes off
without a hitch, Supply Chain teams work with a network of more than 50 distribution
centers, thousands of accounts, and more than 100,000 retail stores worldwide — making the
impossible happen every single day.
The Lead Transportation Analyst will act as a Generalist managing the end-to-end
Transportation capabilities for omni-channel Canada marketplace. will partner closely with
our Last Mile Transportation team to provide access to key operational metrics, help lead our
reporting rhythms, support sourcing events, and work closely with cross-functional peers to
support Nike’s Supply Chain and Marketplace Strategy
 

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The candidate needs to have experience working in large-scale logistics/transportation
operations including experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as finance
and marketing. A proven leader and individual contributor with ability to spearhead strategy
and execution. Embraces change and challenges at a high rate, building a culture of curiosity
striving for continuous improvement. Capable of identifying long-term needs, establishing
processes, reports, and tools with one-to-two year implementation for future strategic
initiatives. Dynamic strategic thinker who enjoys collaborating in the development of end-to-
end processes. Ability to identify, train, and develop talent for robust succession planning in a
team with diverse set of skills and capabilities. Deficiency analysis with a keen eye towards
continuous improvement. High correlation with root-cause analysis a benefit.
Minimum experience: 6 years

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
Transportation Network Planning and Operations
•Strategic and operational management of First, Middle and Last Mile
Transportation network for Canada Stores, Wholesale and E-commerce
marketplace
•Standup Transportation capabilities to fulfil ecommerce consumer orders
•Primary point of contact for Transportation operations to address operational
carrier issues
•Lead and execute on holiday transportation strategy across network
•Carrier Performance Management (Cost and Service metric inputs for SOW output)
•Inbound inventory tracking, reporting and optimization
•Alignment for upstream forecast accuracy and Waving Strategies
•Equipment and Pickup type Management between Carriers and Nodes
•Packaging/Quality issues and resolution. Dwell time optimization
Project Management and Process Improvement
•Lead cross-functional initiatives related to logistics, digital order fulfilment, and
system implementations (e.g. Digital Rollout, TMS Solutions, Pool/Warehousing,
Transportation Solutions, etc).
•Coordinate with stakeholders across MSC, DCs, and global teams to align on
timelines, deliverables, and KPIs.
•Support the introduction of digital orders and new fulfilment models in Canada.
Strategic Leadership
•Build the foundation for a future Transportation team in Canada by identifying
capability gaps and proposing org design.
•Represent Canada’s logistics needs in global forums and ensure alignment with
Nike’s broader supply chain strategy.
•Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project milestones, transportation
performance, and risk mitigation

This role requires weekly on-site work split between CHQ and the Brimley Distribution Center.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.