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Logistics Planning Specialist


Company : NIKE


Location : Melbourne VIC, Australia


Created : 2026-02-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Categories IDCategories URLPosition TypeFull TimeDate PostedPrimary Quest IDSecond Quest IDJob ClassificationCareer areaSupply Chain & DistributionLocation27 Cloudline Court, Melbourne, Victoria 3083, AustraliaJob IDR-77031Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. TeamNIKE, 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.LOGISTICS PLANNING SPECIALISTImPACt Distribution Centre, Ravenhall, VICBecome a Part of the TeamNike Pacific fosters growth, creativity, and diversity, welcoming achievers and visionaries to a dynamic logistics team at the ImPACt Distribution Centre. Join us to drive innovation and deliver inspiration through omnichannel operations.This role is essential to Nike Pacific''s distribution strategy, ensuring operations are precise, agile, and collaborative. Be part of a team committed to excellence and innovation every day.Team OverviewPacific''s Logistics Operations Team delivers tailored supply chain services to all Nike internal and external customers. Our vision is to provide consistent, sustainable, and innovative solutions, activating the Nike brand within the marketplace through succinct and effective distribution of our products. The Logistics team is the backbone of Nike Pacific''s supply chain, ensuring seamless flow of goods through our omnichannel distribution network. This team collaborates across planning, operations, inventory, and transport to meet service goals and elevate customer experience.WHO YOU''LL WORK WITHThe team collaborates internally with Logistics Planning, DC Operations, Inventory, Integrated Fulfilment Planning, Transport, Commercial, Tech, and Marketplace teams. Externally, they partner with Third Party Logistics (3PLs) partners and transport across Australia and New Zealand. You will work hand in hand with our 3PL partner and their teams, fostering a "One Team" culture. You will also have touchpoints with Nike''s geography partners, supporting solution management, reporting, and best practice sharing.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWe are seeking a Logistics Planning Specialist with an understanding of the retail distribution landscape within Australia, a people-first mindset. The ideal candidate is a change advocate, a pragmatic problem solver, who supports and drives growth in logistics operations. The candidate should thrive in a fast-paced environment, driving efficiency and accuracy across logistics processes, and championing diversity and inclusion.Bachelor''s degree or equivalent Supply Chain, Distribution, Logistics subject exposure preferred.Minimum 3-5 years of experience in logistics & operations management, performance & costing.Working knowledge of 3PL distribution within Australia and New Zealand, with an ability to work across a matrix environment.Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.Proficiency in SAP, WMS, TMS, advanced Microsoft Office.Strong analytical skills including cost modelling, performance management, and financial review.WHAT YOU''LL WORK ONAs a Logistics Planning Specialist, you will:Oversee daily logistics operations across planning, inventory, transport, and distribution.Partner with internal teams and external providers to ensure timely and accurate inbound/outbound flows.Track performance improvements through KPI tracking and process optimization.Support strategic business initiatives with a focus on cost reduction.Contribute to weekly forecasting, labor planning, and reporting.Represent logistics in daily operations calls and monthly goal-setting sessions.Support workflow into logistics operations and appraise processing in line with expected volume requirements and performance against plan.Perform key operational controls, including inventory management programs, compliance indicators.Drive a culture of continuous improvement through facilitation of internal audits and operational excellence mindset.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.