Lead, Apparel Operations – Global Football

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Who we are looking for

We’re seeking a Product Operations Lead for our Global Football Apparel Business who believes in the power of sport to move the world forward and thrives in a dynamic, matrixed environment. As a product operations expert, you will have direct responsibility to drive a collaborative, effective business, as well as lead the implementation of key strategic and business priorities across functions. As a critical part of the team, this person will work closely with Product Management, Merchandising, Design, Development, and Operations partners to drive initiatives and communication across all levels of our business.

Our ideal candidate can foster effective working relationships, drive clarity, instill trust, and comfortably navigate ambiguity. They are adept at leading & facilitating projects and conversations while also driving alignment and solutions. They are energized by the opportunity to lead groundbreaking projects as well as finding incremental ways to improve long-standing ways of working.

What you will work on

You will work with the cross-functional Global Football Apparel team, as well as Operations partners, to enable the successful delivery of world-class product all the way from grassroots to the greatest sport moments in the worlds of Men’s and Women’s Global Football. You will be on point for running day-to-day operations, driving product creation process excellence and accountability and facilitating cross-functional alignment across teams within Code moments. You will help with communication and information flow to drive clarity for a seamless and connected process that delivers business results. You will lead the integration of new initiatives and tools and establish a feedback loop that will inform continuous improvement throughout our end-to-end process.

Who you will work with

You will report to the Global Football Apparel Operations Director, within the Consumer, Product, Brand, and Marketplace (CPBM) Operations team. This role primarily works with the Global Football Licensed Product Directors, Development Managers, and their teams, while also engaging with Merchandising, Design, and Operations partners.

What you bring

Core Accountabilities

• Drive Product Creation Calendar/Process
• Ensure all deadlines are met on time, with high quality results
• Guide and influence the product creation process in collaboration with x-functional partners
• Continuously seek out ways to improve process and capabilities of a multi-discipline team
• Build and implement tools that enable the Product Creation team to create the world’s best product
• Drive and deliver projects against key strategies & priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training
• 3 years’ experience in product creation or relevant industry, preferably apparel experience
• Deep process and operational experience, including familiarity with the Nike Code process and end-to-end product creation process
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Strong communicator & collaborator
• Optimistic, passionate, and curious problem-solver
• Ability to influence and facilitate at leadership levels
• Comfortable working in ambiguous environments and driving a team to clarity/results
• Change agent/change management skills

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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