Senior Director, Distribution, Supply Chain Planning & Operations

About the role

This senior leadership position heads Nike’s Global Distribution function within Supply Chain Planning & Operations. The role is based in Beaverton, OR and reports to senior enterprise stakeholders, shaping strategy and execution for a worldwide distribution network.

Key responsibilities

• Define and govern the global distribution charter, engagement model, and portfolio prioritization.
• Lead the Global Distribution Network, aligning geography leaders on strategy, priorities, and shared capabilities.
• Serve as executive sponsor for distribution technology, including Warehouse Management Systems and emerging Artificial Intelligence solutions.
• Set the global strategy for distribution‑center automation to improve scalability, throughput, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct cost impact assessments and executive‑level analysis for volume shifts, cost pressures, and network changes.
• Manage relationships with global third‑party logistics partners and internal stakeholders.
• Build and lead a high‑performing distribution leadership team through clear goals, accountability, and talent development.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience in distribution, supply chain management, third‑party logistics, or supply chain finance within a global company.
• 10+ years of people‑leadership experience, including managing global and virtual teams.
• Strong program governance, portfolio management, and large‑scale capability delivery experience.
• Advanced financial acumen, including cost modeling, ROI evaluation, and forecasting.
• Ability to work on‑site in Beaverton, OR.

Required skills

• Warehouse Management Systems
• Artificial Intelligence solutions
• Distribution‑center automation