Supply Chain Inventory & Returns Optimization Specialist

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.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

This role is part of the Inventory & Returns Optimization team, within the broader Seasonal Excellence and Pre- & Post-Season organization. In this position, you will be responsible for maximizing inventory turnover & margin through:

• Optimizing the Returns (reverse logistics) product flow through hands-on project management

• Executing and optimizing Orderbook health/clean up activities through cancellations

• Effectively managing product integrity issues by facilitating the right actions and including the right teams

Success in this position requires strong cross-functional collaboration and effective stakeholder management across the organization. Key stakeholders will include the Returns Management team, responsible for the daily execution of the returns process, customer-facing Nike Marketplace teams, commercial teams and various operational Supply Chain teams based in our logistics centre in Belgium. You will report to the Manager of the Inventory & Returns Optimization team.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the below criteria;

• Established track record in Project Management and Process Improvement.

• Background in supply chain, with a strong passion for operational excellence. Additional experience in the reverse logistics industry preferred.

• Strong analytical skills & ability to translate complex issues and processes into clear overviews and actionable plans.

• Experienced in data & analytics including building dashboards and deriving insights to drive decision-making (e.g. to build a business case); advanced Excel skills required.

• Proactive self-starter with an innovative mindset and a proven track record in leading and delivering process improvements.

• Collaborative team player who contributes to shared responsibilities, supports collective workload management (including shared mailbox tasks), and actively engages in team-building initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

• Lead and execute end-to-end improvement projects focused on optimizing the Returns product flow, working closely with cross-functional teams and managing a broad range of stakeholders.

• Contribute to the day to day run the business activities by executing and optimizing Orderbook health/clean up activities through cancellations.

• Manage product integrity issues on a daily basis by facilitating the right actions and including the right teams.

• Develop data-driven insights by creating dashboards, performing analyses in Excel, and translating these insights into concrete, actionable recommendations.

• Support the business in other ad-hoc requests.

Relocation is not provided for this role.

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.