Expert Product Line Manager, Kids Footwear, Global Jordan

Nike, Inc.•Beaverton, OR

56d

About The Position

You will report to the Senior Director, Global Jordan's Kids & Core Footwear Leader and be working with the Product Management team that leads the brand's future with kid-first, culturally inspired products. Uniquely positioned to reimagine Jordan for the next generation, the team blends deep consumer insight, sport, and culture to deliver bold, empowering products. The ideal candidate is a bold product leader who blends character with capability. They are integrity-driven, ensuring trust and transparency in every decision. They bring a curious mindset, constantly seeking insights and challenging the status quo. They are adaptable, thriving in fast-paced, ever-changing environments. Alongside these traits, they excel in project management, turning complex initiatives into seamless execution. They leverage consumer and data insights to shape winning strategies and are masters of cross-functional collaboration, aligning diverse teams to deliver iconic products. This role demands someone who can influence, innovate, and execute with precision. You'll bring bold leadership and deep connection to the sport and culture of Jordan, blending character with capability to serve kids-boys and girls-with iconic, culturally inspired products. You'll shape the future of Jordan Kids by driving product excellence, leading long-term line planning, and building cohesive product lines that inspire the next generation. You'll step into the mindspace of all kids, apply insights, and empower the business for growth while driving color, graphics, and material direction and leveraging consumer insights and market analytics. You'll lead by example, ensuring financial accountability, monitoring progress against objectives, and adjusting plans to hit cost and margin targets. You'll partner across Design, Development, Merchandising, and Brand to align on key initiatives, foster strong relationships, and deliver bold, consumer-right products. You'll influence, innovate, and execute with clarity and precision-bringing the Jordan vision to life for the next generation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in project management or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
A minimum of 8 years directly relevant work experience.
Proven track record of displaying strong business acuity & strategic decision making
Phenomenal product eye and trend foresight
Proven track record of fostering a collaborative team environment
Ability to tell compelling stories
Strategic thinking, product line management and franchise management experience, with ability to drive solid X-functional plans.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presentations
Exceptional attention to details and deadlines
Strong organizational & influencing skills

Responsibilities

Develop 3-year line plans that align with Jordan's brand vision and consumer insights.
Establish and grow the Kids business, unlocking new opportunities for cultural impact.
Drive product excellence, holding yourself and partners to the highest standards.
Partner with Design, Development, Merchandising, and Marketing to deliver seasonal assortments.
Leverage consumer and data insights to inform strategy and influence decisions.
Navigate creative tension, fostering healthy debate and resolving challenges to achieve alignment.
Champion Jordan's culture, bringing energy and innovation to every product initiative.

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