NIKE, Inc

Director, Footwear Product Line Management, Local Creation North America

NIKE, Inc • $150K — $180K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years in footwear product management or related field
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Product Management, Marketing, or related area
  • Proven success in leading multi-level teams
  • Experience in creating long-term strategies
  • Ability to develop inclusive, high-performing teams
  • Deep understanding of footwear lifecycle and product management
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder alignment skills

Responsibilities

  • Set vision and strategy for NA Footwear Local Creation
  • Lead product line management across various brands
  • Guide seasonal line planning and franchise strategy
  • Create alignment with cross-functional teams at key checkpoints
  • Build and lead a high-performing product management team
  • Represent footwear portfolio in senior leadership forums
  • Champion consumer-led operational improvements

Benefits

  • Inclusive work culture that values diversity
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Access to industry-leading resources and tools
  • Collaboration with top professionals in the field
  • Dynamic and fast-paced work environment
Full Job Description
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

In this role, you'll report to the Senior Director of North America Express Lane Product, based at Nike's World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross functional Product Creation leaders and work side-by-side with the North America Local Creation leadership teamThe role partners closely with Footwear Design, Product Development, Merchandising, Planning, Brand, Marketplace, Sales, Finance, and global product teams. You will work with footwear leaders across Nike and Jordan, as well as multiple Sports, while leading a team of product managers.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

This critical role serves the North America Local Creation (NALC) Product Management Team and helps drive our product excellence vision, strategy, and execution. The Director, FW Product Management will guide the product management team and help turn local consumer insights into compelling footwear concepts and assortments that strengthen the Nike Brand and serve the marketplace with speed and specificity.

This person is an enterprise-minded leader who can simplify complexity, make clear choices, and inspire teams and senior stakeholders around a compelling product vision. Additionally, they should have the demonstrated ability to work across functional teams with clarity, an enterprise approach, and an eye for growth and serving the athlete (or consumer) at an industry-leading level.

They are also an authentic and inclusive people leader with a proven track record of developing high-performing teams and coaching managers. This role requires influencing across a matrix organization, creating clarity in ambiguity, and mobilizing teams to deliver with speed, quality, and impact.

What you bring:

  • 15+ years of relevant experience in footwear product management, merchandising, product creation, or a closely related field.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Product Management, Marketing, Merchandising, or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
  • Demonstrated success leading multi-level organizations, including people leaders, while driving alignment and results across cross-functional teams
  • Proven experience creating and activating long term strategies by collaborating and working through others to achieve business results
  • Ability to develop talent and build inclusive, high-performing teams
  • Proven examples of results-orientation, problem solving, and cross functional collaboration
  • Deep understanding of footwear creation, product lifecycle management, franchise management, and line planning.
  • Exceptional influence, communication, and stakeholder alignment skills
  • Ability to lead effectively in complex, fast-paced, and evolving environments
  • Strong business acumen, including experience balancing growth, cost, margin, speed, and execution risk.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% per year, domestically and internationally


WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

In this role you will serve as part of the North America leadership team managing the Footwear Product Management team responsible for leading product expression across multiple Consumers x Sports. You will drive product excellence from initial concept through to commercialization and production and ensure the product teams deliver impactful product for the NA consumer and marketplace.

In this role, you will:

  • Set the multi-season vision, strategy, and portfolio priorities for NA Footwear Local Creation, translating consumer, marketplace, sport, and cultural insights into clear product opportunities.
  • Lead product line management across Nike, Jordan, NSW, Energy, Kids and Performance, ensuring distinct brand expression while driving a connected local creation portfolio.
  • Guide seasonal and long-range line planning, including franchise strategy, product architecture, pricing, lifecycle, cost and margin considerations, and marketplace segmentation.
  • Create alignment at critical checkpoints with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, Planning, Brand, Marketplace, and global product teams.
  • Build and lead a high-performing product line management team, setting clear outcomes, coaching talent, and creating an inclusive and innovative environment with strong accountability.
  • Represent the NA Local Creation footwear portfolio in senior leadership forums and communicate strategies, opportunities, risks, and decisions with clarity.
  • Champion faster, consumer-led ways of working while maintaining product excellence, operational discipline, and accurate product information.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across the Footwear organization

About NIKE, Inc

Nike is a sporting goods company that designs, develops, and markets footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessory products. The company offers various categories of shoes including running, training, basketball, soccer, sport-inspired urban shoes, and kids' shoes. It also provides shoes for aquatic activities, baseball, football, cheerleading, golf, lacrosse, outdoor activities, skateboarding, tennis, volleyball, walking, wrestling, and various athletic and recreational uses. In addition, the company offers sports-inspired lifestyle apparel, athletic bags, and accessory items. Further, it provides a line of performance equipment including bags, socks, sports balls, eyewear, timepieces, electronic devices, bats, gloves, protective equipment, golf clubs, and various equipment designed for sports activities under the NIKE brand name, as well as markets apparel with licensed college and professional team and league logos. Additionally, it offers licenses to produce and sell NIKE brand swimwear, children's apparel, training equipment, eyewear, electronic devices, and golf accessories. The company also markets its products under the brand names of Converse, Chuck Taylor, All Star, One Star, Umbro, Jack Purcell, Cole Haan, Bragano, and Hurley. It sells its products to retail accounts through stores, independent distributors, and licensees, as well as through its Website, nikestore.com. As of May 31, 2009, Nike, Inc. operated 338 retail stores in the United States and 336 retail stores internationally. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon.

Nike Careers

Join the dynamic world of Nike, Inc., a global leader in sports apparel and innovation, where your career can flourish in an environment that fosters diversity, leadership, and growth. At Nike, we believe in bringing out the best in our team members through continuous professional development and a culture that celebrates creativity and innovation. Work You’ll Do Become a part of Nike’s mission to inspire and innovate towards a better world. Engage in work that intersects with cutting-edge technology, market-leading strategies, and sustainable practices that define the future of the sports industry. Lead with us at the forefront of the global marketplace, where your skills in leadership, teamwork, and innovation can shine. Nike offers a unique position in the industry, combining deep industry expertise with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who are pioneers in their fields. Nike, Inc. employs over 75,000 passionate and talented individuals worldwide, all dedicated to moving the world of sports forward. Introducing Nike’s Professional Growth and Development Opportunities We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can succeed. Nike offers a variety of job opportunities, from in-store retail positions to corporate roles in design, marketing, and technology. Do Innovative Work Join us and contribute to our mission of bringing inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. (*If you have a body, you are an athlete.) Deliver targeted solutions and drive innovation through your unique perspective and skills. At Nike, Inc., your work directly contributes to our global impact. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in meaningful work that connects with consumers and impacts millions worldwide. Our team benefits from unparalleled capabilities, a commitment to diversity training, and a culture that encourages professional growth and networking. Future-Proof Your Career Advance your career with Nike’s comprehensive benefits and support systems. We provide extensive training, development programs, and leadership courses to help you reach your full potential. Explore Discover how Nike is leading in sustainable innovation and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the sports industry. The Nike Employment Experience Our combined efforts in innovation, culture, and leadership make Nike, Inc. not just a place to work, but a place to grow a rewarding career. Clients and employees alike look to Nike for new strategies and impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving industry. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for curious, driven, creative, and solution-oriented team players. SEARCH NIKE JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Nike, Inc.
Learn more about NIKE, Inc
Size
73,300 employees
Market Cap
$184.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.8 billion
Founded
1964
5 Year Trend
+6.3%
Revenue
$38.2 billion
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