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.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead AI Product Manager to drive the vision, strategy, and execution of AI-powered products and solutions. This role will focus on leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to create innovative and impactful products that deliver exceptional value to customers and stakeholders. As a key leader in the team, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, various teams with Global Technology (e.g., Digital Technology, martech...etc.), and business, to deliver world-class scalable AI solutions.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategy and Vision
• Define and articulate a compelling vision and roadmap for AI-powered products in alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities to leverage AI to address customer needs and business challenges.
2. Product Development
• Lead end-to-end product development lifecycle for AI solutions, from ideation to launch and iteration.
• Work with machine learning engineers, analytics engineer, data engineers, and cross functional tech engineers and product managers to define technical requirements and ensure successful product delivery.
• Evaluate and incorporate emerging AI technologies to enhance product offerings.
3. Stakeholder Collaboration
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align on product goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Communicate product strategy, progress, and insights to stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to AI ethics, regulations, and standards.
4. Customer Focus
• Conduct user research and analyze feedback to understand customer pain points and needs.
• Translate customer insights into actionable product features and enhancements.
5. Data-Driven Decision Making
• Define key performance metrics and measure the success of AI initiatives.
• Use data analytics and experimentation to continuously improve product performance and user experience.
Qualifications
• Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
• Experience:
• 7+ years of experience in product management, with at least 3 years focused on AI or data-driven products.
• Proven track record of successfully launching AI/ML-powered products.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with product development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.).
• Soft Skills:
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with AI ethics, privacy, and regulatory considerations.
• Knowledge of industry-specific AI applications (e.g., e-commerce, retail, supplychain, finance...etc.).
• Hands-on experience with data visualization and analytics tools.
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.
