Seema Sridhar

Specialist – Global Places & Services (GPS) │ 2012–Present │ Bengaluru, India.

Experienced workplace operations professional with a strong track record of contributing to Nike’s Global Places & Services (GPS) organization in India. Partnered with leadership and peers within a 10-member GPS team to drive operational excellence, employee experience, and strategic initiatives across Nike India Sales & Marketing (SMO), Nike Sourcing (PMO), and Nike Technology (ITC). Adept at coordinating cross-functional efforts, managing service partners, and supporting programs that align with Nike’s hybrid workplace and culture-driven vision.

Key Achievements & Highlights:

• GPS India Growth & Development: Contributed to the establishment and evolution of the GPS function, supporting Nike India’s expansion from approximately 100 to over 900 employees across three entities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with GPS leadership, IT, Security, and Facilities teams to streamline asset movement, workspace operations, and leadership visits; actively participated in ERT and safety onboarding programs.
• Operational Support: Coordinated daily operations across Nike by WeWork and BTP campuses in collaboration with strategic partners (JLL, WeWork, Elior,Athena,Event Managemnt vendors, Hotels, BCD), ensuring alignment with GPS service standards and readiness goals.
• Employee & Leadership Engagement: Maintained regular engagement across all levels — Leads, Managers, and Directors — to collect feedback and improve workplace services. Structured a site rotation plan (EGL/BTP) to ensure consistent presence and stakeholder visibility.
• Process Improvement & Innovation: Supported the development of vendor SOPs and introduction of new catering and workplace services to enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction.
• RACI Framework : Partnered with stakeholders in the RACI model, improving role clarity, accountability, and workflow effectiveness.
• Workspace Optimization: Contributed to workspace readiness and utilization projects (4:1 model) in line with Nike’s hybrid and scalable workplace design principles.
• Nutrition & Experience Programs: Collaborated with Elior on menu planning, KPI development, and event-based food experiences to enhance employee well-being.
• Event Coordination: Assisted in planning and executing internal and external events in partnership with GPS and JLL teams, ensuring seamless delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Sustainable Mobility: Partnered with Athena and BCD to support transportation operations, promote eco-friendly mobility, and ensure compliance, and safety standards.
• Recognition: Received “WON India– Gratitude Wall” and multiple “High Five” awards for collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence across all three entities.
• Strategic Contribution: Supported GPS leadership in advancing long-term workplace strategy, aligning operations with Nike’s mission, sustainability commitments, and people-first culture.

• Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
• Structured HR consulting services to support clients during organizational developments and changes.
• Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
• Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.

• Played a key role in end-to-end administration, facilities, and workplace operations, including real estate management, vendor governance, procurement, and compliance. Supported strategic planning, budgeting, and contract management to enhance operational efficiency and optimize workspace utilization. Partnered with cross-functional teams on risk mitigation, safety programs, and business continuity initiatives, while leading employee engagement events, travel logistics, and expat support. Consistently ensured adherence to organizational policies, statutory requirements, and service excellence across all administrative functions.