Lead, Solution Delivery Manager, Asia Pacific and Latin America Operations

Lead, Solution Delivery Manager, Asia Pacific and Latin America Operations  

Beaverton, Oregon

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

As the Lead, Solution Delivery Manager for APLA Operations you will work closely with the APLA functional leaders as well as territory teams to support programs and projects.  Key partners will include Logistics, Operations, Planning/IFP, Marketplace Supply Chain, Global Supply Chain and Planning Organization and Nike’s Technology teams. The role will have high engagement with cross-functional stakeholders in APLA, Global teams, and territories, acting as the connection between business, technology, and operations to ensure alignment and execution. Peer collaboration, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing within the team and stakeholders is also essential for the role. 

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a candidate with proven experience in supply chain and program management, complemented by strong abilities to problem solve and build relationships with demonstrated capacity for independent work. This position focuses on ensuring that Solution Delivery provides visibility, structure, organization, and on time execution of all projects/programs in APLA Operations. 

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, planning or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant professional experience, with a focus on program or project management in supply chain, retail, or related fields. 
• Proven ability to effectively transition between strategic, tactical, and operational responsibilities.
• Strong at collaborating cross-functionally and cross-culturally, with a particular strength in fostering positive relationships among key stakeholders and team members.
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and facilitation abilities.
• Capacity to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly evolving work environment.
• Sound decision-making skills, especially when operating in ambiguous situations.
• Familiarity with Nike Supply Chain end to end process is desirable.
• Demonstrated excellence in written, verbal, and visual communication.
• Experience with Smartsheets and Airtable is preferred.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

In this role you will have multiple responsibilities that focus around program management, portfolio management, and supporting our territories or stakeholders in managing their own projects/programs.  You will be the lead point of contact for an APLA function and work with that functional director to manage their portfolio of projects/programs as well as manage their investment budgets.  Your work will include leading cross-functional initiatives across GEO and Territory with partners in Logistics, Transportation, Marketplace Supply Chain, Planning, and Finance while providing clear visibility and communication to APLA Supply Chain Operations Leadership.  You’ll drive measurable improvements in speed, cost, and service, and influence outcomes through strong stakeholder alignment and compelling storytelling.

• Lead cross-functional program teams to deliver strategic initiatives for APLA Operations, ranging from enhancing critical system capabilities to launching new Distribution Centers in our marketplaces. 
• Drive collaboration within multiple stakeholders to ensure projects are executed on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with strategic objectives. 
• Continuously improve processes, governance, and decision points that connect our key stakeholders to avoid creating complexity and confusion for our customers, those that we support and serve.
• Build and maintain frameworks, tools, and dashboards that support APLA operations portfolio and programs. 
• Drive the Solution Delivery strategy by building and developing future team priorities and implementing new strategic initiatives. 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for APLA functional leader in Marketplace Supply Chain, Planning, Transportation, or Distribution, providing clear communication and leadership throughout the program life cycle. 
• Communicate clearly with weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc updates on projects and programs. 

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.