Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
Nike Global Product Licensing is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial team responsible for shaping and executing Nike’s long-term trademark licensing strategy across footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories. We work closely with internal partners and external licensees to deliver brand-right, innovative products to consumers worldwide.
You’ll collaborate closely with Category, Design, Brand, Legal, Finance, and Geo/Territory teams, as well as external licensees, to drive strategic growth and deliver best-in-class licensed product.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re seeking a strategic, consumer-obsessed Product Licensing Manager skilled in product creation leadership, cross-functional alignment, and managing complex external partnerships. You bring strong merchandising and product process knowledge, uphold brand standards, and thrive in a fast-moving, matrixed environment.
Bachelor's degree in business management, product management, merchandising, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
6+ years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of product creation, merchandising, franchise management experience and consumer insights.
Proven ability to lead, influence, and inspire cross-functional teams.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a matrixed environment.
Exceptional attention to detail with strong organization & Influencing Skills
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and drive alignment across teams.
Phenomenal product eye and strong style sensibility
Ability to travel up to 25%
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
Product & Partner Leadership
Lead licensee product creation teams to deliver brand-aligned assortments that reflect Nike category and brand strategies.
Approve seasonal product strategies
Coach partners on briefing, line planning, tools, and expectations; lead gate meetings and manage the full sample process.
Maintain deep product line expertise to guide product and strategic decisions.
Drive and track high-priority projects and serve as a strategic partner to Business Directors.
Category & Functional Alignment
Align Nike Category teams and licensee partners on consumer targets, brand positioning, assortment direction, and distribution strategies.
Manage high-profile initiatives linked to brand moments, innovation platforms, and key collaborations.
Cross-Functional Partnerships
Collaborate with Design and Brand leaders on functional design and development (color, print, materials, tech development, naming, packaging, catalog).
Partner with Product Safety, Tech Development, Materials, Packaging, and Brand Marketing to uphold quality, safety, and brand standards.
Ensure consistent brand messaging and consumer-facing alignment across retail and digital experiences.
Work with Legal, Athlete Representatives, and entity contacts to maintain product compliance and secure necessary approvals.
Operational Excellence
Own and manage the end-to-end product approval process, ensuring compliance with all Nike standards.
Communicate strategies and engage GPL cross-functional teams across systems, operations, sourcing, finance, and legal.
Develop and implement process efficiencies and best practices across GPL, licensee teams, and categories.
Track seasonal requirements, approvals, assortment plans, and sample management.
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
