Position Type
Full Time
Career area
Planning & Inventory Management
Location
Level 3, 161 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3083, Australia
Job ID
R-84654
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As part of the Enterprise Business Planning (EBP) team, this role reports to the Pacific Director of EBP and partners closely with Nike Direct, Marketplace, Supply Chain, and Finance teams. The position has no direct reports and thrives in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment to optimise inventory and deliver business goals.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Nike Pacific seeks a strategic thinker with a strong passion for end-to-end inventory management and a sharp analytical mindset. This individual will balance short- and long-term objectives, leveraging insights and storytelling to influence stakeholders and drive impactful decisions. Success in this role requires curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to navigate complexity with confidence.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
3+ years’ professional experience in inventory management, supply chain, operations, planning or finance.
Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Think-Cell, TM1, Cognos BI, SAP, Tableau, O9 is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to influence, lead change, and deliver results through compelling storytelling.
Proven ability to manage deliverables against critical deadlines.
Strong communication skills across cross-functional & diverse stakeholder groups.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
You’ll lead inventory optimisation strategies that maximise revenue, profitability and productivity across all channels and planning horizons.
Core Responsibilities:
Drive monthly inventory forecasting accuracy across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons.
Partner with Nike Direct, Marketplace, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to resolve risks and seize opportunities.
Analyse data to achieve key metrics: Weeks of Supply, Close-Out %, Unallocated %, and Franchise Health.
Evaluate financial, operational, and consumer trade-offs to inform business decisions.
Leverage data visualisation and storytelling to influence stakeholders and align actions.
Engage in structured forums and ad-hoc problem-solving to maintain healthy inventory levels.
Collaborate across time zones and functions to deliver Pacific business objectives.
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.
What You Can Expect
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
