Supply Chain Project Manager

LEAH BRITTON

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STRATEGIC PROGRAM MANAGER

Strategy ( Commitment ( Results

Dynamic, results-driven Program Manager with demonstrated success

originating and directing strategic initiatives and delivering innovative

global marketing solutions. Proven ability to increase profits and reduce

costs by planning and executing effective sustainability programs that

leverage technology. Expert in strategic and tactical zero waste supply

chain planning to increase program's effectiveness and scope and to

create strong partnerships with industry leaders. Exceptional ability to

advance concepts to implementation by persuading others to commit

resources. Led virtual team to create and develop new packaging

solutions, secure partners and influence innovation from product

manufacturing through entire supply chain. Thrives in high-pressure

positions requiring concentrated action along multiple fronts.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE/PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS

( Leadership ( Strategic Planning/ ( Certified

Sustainable Building

( Distribution/Logistics Partnering Advisor - CSBA

( Creativity/Vision ( Lean Methodology (

Sustainability/Zero Waste

( Program/Project Management ( Negotiations ( LEED

Professional

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

* Reduced Nike's overall corporate carbon footprint while also saving

money through innovative use of corrugate and other low-carbon packaging

materials. Helped Nike to be recognized as one of 100 Most Sustainable

Companies in World.

* Drove double digit growth in US by developing and maintaining strong

relationships with strategic and regional sporting goods customers and

improving service and operational metrics through creative programs:

o Reduced global supply chain waste by 22%, incorporating lean

manufacturing, new warehouse inbound and outbound processes and

sustainable recycling methods.

o Reduced shipping failures by $8.5 million in 2008, from 17% of gross

revenue-net of product returns to .09%.

o Decreased service quality failures by 46% in 2006, 20% in 2007 and

38% in 2008 for a total net savings of $23.2 million.

* Championed solution and spearheaded software development of $1.6 million

program to enable prepacking of customized shipments for Nike's

footwear, apparel, and equipment businesses at factory, permitting

direct shipment to retail customers.

o Negotiated with three separate business units to finance and support

program.

o Collaborated with marketing, engineering, IT and business

development to design system.

o Cut costs by 23% and increased efficiency by reducing Supply Chain

Days and Days Sales Outstanding by 14 and 7, respectively.

* Led 350-member cross-divisional and cross-functional virtual team across

US, Asia, Europe, and Latin America to ensure effective Y2K response

($105 million budget).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CONSULTANT

2009 - Present

* Founding Partner of Sprig, LLC. A sustainable consulting group providing

services to medium and small companies.

o For a non-profit, researching and submitting grants for funding to

support sustainable program.

o For a public entity, created sustainable management practice for a

central Financial and

Operations Bureau.

o Provided environmental consulting to small and medium-sized companies.

o Developed several mid-level management plans to incorporate

sustainable thinking into their

manufacturing and distribution processes.

* Contracted as a Functionality Project Manager tasked with implementing

new SAP functionality across enterprise. (V6.0, EHP5, Procure to Pay,

Inventory, ESS/MSS, Business Objects, FMLA Workbench) Developed 3-5

years strategic plan to move all core applications onto SAP.

* Led CEO and Board of Directors of a non-profit organization in

developing three-year financial and strategic growth plans. Purchased

software and implemented solutions.

NIKE, INC. 1996

- 2008

Director, Account Operations and QA - Supply Chain, 2000 - 2008

* Helped to develop Nike's Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy

through 2022.

* Developed a Global Supply Chain Zero Waste Initiative and US Retailer

Sustainability Strategy.

* Participated in factory program to reduce CO2 at footwear factories in

Vietnam, Korea and China.

* Created and delivered long-term strategies to capitalize on identified

opportunities for US Region.

* Directed program to address cross-functional business requirements from

RFP through shipping for a new consolidated footwear warehouse in

Memphis. LEED designed - Silver Award.

* Participated in competitive analyses, market sizing, consumer and

channel analyses and other ongoing strategic analyses.

* Supported four regions and three affiliates' across footwear, apparel

and equipment business units as Global Service Director in supply chain

operational development.

* Led seven-person, US-based team, in developing and implementing

sustainable operational processes and gained inventory turn efficiencies

within evolving retailer environment while supporting Nike corporate

objectives.

* Drove constant communication with regional finance (planning) to ensure

appropriate financial target setting, three-year plans and annual

budgets.

* Improved consumer perception with innovative, sustainable and brand-

enhancing packaging.

* Created, designed and managed Nike's first Compliance Department

enabling a new design in SAP with supported financial payment processing

procedures. This contributed to $41.4 million drop in customer shipping

failures in FY04 and $21.3 million increase in PTI from 2003 to 2004.

Y2K Global Program Office Director, 1998 - 2000

* Managed three-year enterprise-wide program consisting of 145 IT, 21

Country and 33 business partner projects as well as four global

strategic initiatives.

* Assessed and managed corporate risk while reporting to Corporate

Steering Committee.

* Operated across and through (up and down) functional and organizational

boundaries to lead business units in strategic planning and resource

management.

* Voted "Most Successful Program" effort in FY2000.

* Traveled to 27 of 44 countries within program scope.

Program Manager - International Retail / Sales, Operations & Systems

Director, 1996 - 1998

* Managed simultaneous international retail expansions in Toronto,

Melbourne, Berlin and London with overall budget of $280 million.

* Evaluated regional market's, identified potential partners, analyzed

distribution channel requirements to develop Global Store Strategy.

(Scope included Korea, Japan and UK)

* Developed and executed retail expansion strategies for Asia Pacific,

Europe, and Americas. Developed all retails systems for emerging

marketplaces. Back of house and store systems.

* Built regional support teams and opened 79 stores.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

* Sustainable Building Institute - Green Building Solutions

* VICS (Voluntary Inter-Industry Commerce Solutions Association)

* GS1 (Emphasis on Global Commerce Standards)

* Alumni: Nike, Inc., Price Waterhouse, Accenture Consulting, IBM

Consulting, Cap Gemini Sogeti

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA Bachelor of Science in International Marketing

PMP, LEED Professional, Certified Sustainable Building Advisor,

Sustainability Change Agent,

Certified Master Recycler - Oregon, Sustainability Network of Oregon.

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