Eric Thompson

Eric Thompson is an experienced supply chain professional currently serving as the Supply Chain Planning Research Director at IDC since June 2022. Previously, Eric held several key positions at Nike, including Demand Planning and Inventory Management Director for Asia Pacific and Latin America, where responsibility included aligning demand and inventory plans for a $1.6 billion business, and Supply Chain Innovation Director for Nike Japan, focusing on strategy and innovation. Eric's extensive tenure at Nike also encompassed roles such as Trading Company Program Business Lead and Supply Chain Business Consulting Manager, leading significant change initiatives and cross-functional projects. Educational qualifications include a Master’s in Global Supply Chain Management from Portland State University, an MBA from George Fox University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from George Fox University.