CJ Michael
Portland
Summary
Cross-Functional Operations Leader | Strategic Process & Execution Excellence Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead, Footwear Materials Costing Manager
Nike, Inc.
Portland
06.2024 - Current
- Lead global cost strategy and supplier negotiations across $1B+ natural leather and synthetic materials portfolio, mitigating commodity headwinds and capturing market opportunities to expand product margins.
- Architected costing framework and negotiation strategy for OIA Specialty Materials Buy/Sell program, enabling scalable and cost-effective single-season material adoption.
- Directed enterprise-wide seasonal pricing governance for 40K+ materials, implemented Smartsheet-based workflow systems to ensure data integrity and cross-functional execution discipline.
- Uncovered and resolved multiyear vendor pricing contractual discrepancies, negotiated settlement with Legal to secure $450K+ rebate.
Lead, Materials Operations Excellence Manager
Nike, Inc.
Portland
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Designed cross-functional execution roadmap for enterprise multisourcing derisking initiative, coordinating 11 teams in product creation, sourcing, testing, and manufacturing to implement risk mitigation across 400 high-volume materials.
- Led cross-functional team of 10+ global stakeholders to develop Material Partner Engagement Playbook, establishing governance structure and role clarity across the supply chain ecosystem.
- Developed supplier resilience intelligence model during COVID-19, surveying 400+ global suppliers to assess manufacturing continuity and risk exposure; recognized with Global Nike Maxim Award for supply chain resilience innovation.
- Created interactive sourcing analytics dashboards to support scenario modeling and evaluate product-level sourcing strategies.
- Winner, Global Employee Shoe Design Competition; designed outdoor basketball footwear concept and partnered with 3D design, pattern engineering, materials development, and rapid prototyping teams to produce functional sample models.
Professional Photographer & Graphic Designer
5 to 9 Photography
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Developed assets for global sales tools, seasonal key look room buildouts, presentations, inspiration booklets, and sample images during Nike editorial photoshoots.
Procurement Development Rotational Program
Nike, Inc.
Portland
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Selected for Nike's competitive Procurement Development Rotational Program; completed three enterprise procurement rotations across innovation, engineered components, and technology.
- Evaluated innovation suppliers across strategy, operations, and value chain capabilities; developed financial models assessing scalability and cost viability to support sourcing decisions.
- Negotiated pricing across 1,600 SKUs and 38 Tier 2 suppliers, leveraging market intelligence analytics to capture $8M in Total Value savings.
- Engaged with advanced manufacturing technology partners including robotics, electronic PCB, MuCell molding, and vacuum deposition suppliers to foster collaboration and innovation.
- Conducted on-site evaluations across four Asia-based Footwear Product Creation Centers, analyzing innovation trial execution and scalability readiness.
- Renegotiated enterprise EDI contract with IBM, restructuring terms to reduce operating costs ~40% while implementing usage-based pricing for greater financial flexibility.
Front of House Trainer, Server, Bartender
The Old Spaghetti Factory
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Selected as Grand Opening Trainer (Honolulu, HI; Carmel, ID) across six restaurant locations, demonstrating leadership and operational training capability.
Graduate Intern – Boeing Research & Technology Procurement Agent / Undergraduate Intern – Boeing Commercial Airplanes Project Management
The Boeing Company
Greater Seattle Area
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Procured critical at-risk R&D components to support flight testing operations, mitigating aircraft downtime and program delay risk.
- Completed formal training within Boeing's Project Management Program, strengthening cross-functional execution and program governance capability.
Founder & CEO
The Travelers Bracelet
Spokane & Seattle
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Founded wearable technology startup focused on consumer asset loss prevention; led product design, supplier sourcing, and prototype development. Discontinued venture after assessing patent landscape and IP defensibility constraints.
Undergraduate Intern – Project Management & Estimation
The Anning-Johnson Company
Greater Portland Area
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Supported project management and cost estimation for commercial construction new builds and renovation projects.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Operations & Supply Chain Management, Finance
Gonzaga University
Spokane, Washington01-2017
Study Abroad - Global Scholar Program
University of Auckland
New Zealand01-2015
Skills
- Financial analysis and risk management
- Supplier negotiation and procurement strategy
- Change management
- Data analysis
- Leadership development and team building
- Strategic planning
- Problem solving
Timeline
Lead, Footwear Materials Costing Manager
Nike, Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Lead, Materials Operations Excellence Manager
Nike, Inc.
10.2021 - 05.2024
Professional Photographer & Graphic Designer
5 to 9 Photography
01.2020 - 01.2024
Procurement Development Rotational Program
Nike, Inc.
07.2018 - 10.2021
Graduate Intern – Boeing Research & Technology Procurement Agent / Undergraduate Intern – Boeing Commercial Airplanes Project Management
The Boeing Company
06.2016 - 08.2017
Founder & CEO
The Travelers Bracelet
01.2016 - 01.2017
Undergraduate Intern – Project Management & Estimation
The Anning-Johnson Company
06.2014 - 08.2014
Front of House Trainer, Server, Bartender
The Old Spaghetti Factory
01.2011 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Operations & Supply Chain Management, Finance
Gonzaga University
Study Abroad - Global Scholar Program
University of Auckland