Work experience

• Costing Manager – Footwear Materials (Chemicals)

  NIKE, INC.

  2024.05-2025.05

  (a year)

  Managed product costing for chemical components—EVA midsoles and rubber outsoles—across Nike’s global footwear portfolio, supporting accurate pricing for $1.5 billion in COGs annually. Led a team of 5 Material Managers based out of China and Korea in achieving Nike's cost reduction initiatives. Analyzed market trends in commodity markets to inform strategic sourcing decisions and mitigate cost volatility. Gained hands-on footwear manufacturing experience by travelling to Factory Partners in China and Korea.
• Data Analytics Manager – Apparel Materials

  NIKE, INC.

  2021.09-2024.05

  (3 years)

  Developed the analytics strategy for all of Nike's Tier-2 Apparel Material Pricing ($3 billion in COGs annually). Led a team of 3 data analysts in building dynamic pricing models in Python and Excel to analyze historical cost trends, commodity fluctuations, and supplier quote variance. Partnered with Sourcing, Costing, and Finance teams to create data-driven negotiation tools, enabling data-based negotiations with vendors and unlocking millions in cost efficiencies.
• Procurement Manager – Global Rotation Program

  NIKE, INC.

  2018.07-2021.09

  (3 years)

  Managed and developed a team of 3 analysts, enhancing procurement analytics capabilities and operations. Led procurement operations across multiple categories, including Technology Sourcing, Direct Materials (Footwear& Apparel), and Indirect Spend.
• Industrial Engineer – KC46 Tanker Program

  BOEING

  2017.01-2018.06

  (a year)

  Optimized aircraft assembly line processes for the KC-46 Tanker, reducing cycle time through lean manufacturing initiatives and time-motion studies.
• Business Intern – 787 Dreamliner Program

  BOEING

  2016.05-2016.12

  (8 months)

  Analyzed cost drivers in the 787-landing gear supply chain and developed tools to track procurement lead times and inventory levels in order to improve material availability and support just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing.
• Business Intern

  DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA

  2015.11-2016.04

  (6 months)

  Analyzed warranty and service claim data across the Western Star product line, identifying recurring failure patterns that led to reductions in avoidable claims.
• Allocation Analyst – Golf & Tennis Apparel

  NIKE, INC.

  2015.01-2015.06

  (6 months)

  Managed allocation and replenishment of Golf and Tennis apparel to over 150+ Nike Factory Stores, optimizing inventory levels to support seasonal sell-through and maximize revenue.

Educational experience

• PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY

  Bachelor in Finance

  2011.01-2016.01

  (5 years)
• PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY

  Bachelor in Supply Chain Management

  2011.01-2016.01

  (5 years)

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