Nicholas Lian
About Nicholas Lian
Nicholas Lian is a Manager of International Transportation at URBN, where he oversees the company's international transportation network. He has a background in logistics and supply chain management, with previous roles at URBN, BDP International, and Corning Incorporated.
Current Role at URBN
Nicholas Lian serves as the Manager of International Transportation at URBN, overseeing the strategy and operations of the company's international transportation network. His responsibilities include managing various transportation modes such as ocean, air, drayage, transload, and domestic linehaul. He has held this position since 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Previous Experience at URBN
Prior to his current role, Nicholas worked at URBN as a Senior Transportation Business Analyst from 2018 to 2020. During this time, he developed solutions to mitigate risks in international transportation, ensuring on-time delivery. He also implemented a Transportation Management System (TMS) to enhance the efficiency of the end-to-end supply chain.
Professional Background
Nicholas has a diverse professional background in supply chain management. He worked as a Supply Chain Analyst at BDP International from 2017 to 2018. Before that, he was an Account Executive at PLS Logistics Services from 2015 to 2017. His early career included internships at Corning Incorporated, where he served as a Procurement Intern in 2013 and a Sourcing Intern in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from Penn State University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He also attended Elmira Free Academy from 2007 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in logistics and supply chain management.