Full-Time

Senior Lean Coach

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Nike

Nike

10,001+ employees

Designs and sells athletic footwear and apparel

Consumer Software
Social Impact
Consumer Goods

Senior

Toronto, ON, Canada

Open to work on-site in the Greater Toronto Area.

Category
Quality Control & Compliance
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Agile
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Program Management, and/or Lean/Agile
  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent experience / education
  • Proficiency of Lean and continuous improvement principles, with knowledge of the Toyota Production System is a plus
  • Independent thinker who utilizes knowledge, skills, and abilities to identify areas of opportunity, resolve complex problems & navigate solutions
  • Experience leading a small to medium team
  • Experience in developing training programs, and their implementation
Responsibilities
  • Support formulation of the NLS strategy for logistics, cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, and coach functional business partners on our operating system
  • Sharp focus on connecting dots end to end in logistics and beyond our supply chain
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and coach for NLS principles, tools, and techniques to drive a culture of operational excellence within the supply chain team
  • Pinpoint improvement areas and set priorities by offering data-driven analyses on distribution center performance and processes
  • Utilize root cause analysis and lean process design principles to identify and eliminate waste and non-value-added activities across logistics
  • Cross functional collaboration in the wider SCO NLS community across geographies to benchmark, teach others, and learn from others
  • Collaborate with stakeholders at various levels to drive alignment, foster collaboration, and ensure integrated execution of initiatives
  • Establish and maintain standards based on industry best practices to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency
  • Document, standardize, and enhance NLS tools and processes to ensure consistent application and effectiveness across the supply chain
  • Internally assess prioritized work, align teams around measurable KPIs, and clearly scope initiatives the Nike Logistics System (NLS) team will deploy to support
  • Independently assess progress, hold teams accountable to agreed up measurable KPIs, and professionally escalate where help is needed
  • Validate initiatives post-implementation and build out communication feedback loop to senior leadership
  • Act as a Change Champion & coordinate training programs and continuous learning arising from process changes
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of the Toyota Production System is a plus

Nike designs and sells footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories for athletes and everyday consumers. The company stands out in the competitive sportswear market by fostering brand loyalty through continuous product innovation and endorsements from high-profile athletes. Nike generates revenue through retail stores, online sales, and a membership program that offers exclusive access to products. Committed to sustainability, Nike aims to reduce its environmental impact while delivering high-quality products.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Beaverton, Oregon

Founded

1964

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What believers are saying

  • Therapeutic shoes at CES 2025 open new markets in health and wellness.
  • Recognition as a socially responsible dividend stock appeals to conscious investors.
  • Prototype shoes with unique features set new industry standards in comfort.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging brands using digital marketing capture market share from Nike.
  • Consumer backlash over synthetic materials affects purchasing decisions.
  • Counterfeit products in online marketplaces damage brand reputation and revenue.

What makes Nike unique

  • Nike's collaboration with Hyperice integrates electronics in footwear for active recovery.
  • Continuous innovation in colorways like Air Max Craze drives consumer interest.
  • Partnerships with educational institutions enhance brand visibility among younger demographics.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours