Product Developer II

Nike • Beaverton, OR

112d

About The Position

As an Athlete Promo Footwear (APF) developer, you'll work with key cross-functional partners, e.g. Product Design, Product Management, Sports Marketing, Operations, etc., to create world class product for athletes. You will ensure that APF processes match in-line Footwear Development standards for product excellence and will be the key point of contact for clear and accurate communication with manufacturing partners. You will report up through the APF Product Development Management team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field; will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• Minimum of 1 year work experience in a product creation relevant role or 2 years of additional proven experience.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills with an ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives.
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge of product construction concepts, materials, and the product creation life cycle.
• Ability to read technical drawings, sketches, and/or 3D digital files is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work streams with competing priorities to deliver on tight timelines.
• Knowledge of footwear pattern engineering, tooling, or manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead product teams through the creation process to facilitate high level executions and on-time delivery of product according to critical dates and performance goals.
• Convert a project brief and a 2D design rendering into a 3D sample.
• Ensure the rigorous performance standards required by athletes are maintained.
• Push the edge of expression via rich storytelling.
• Develop and apply a fundamental understanding of multiple sports and standard methodologies to identify product and testing requirements.
• Assure product performance through physical and field-testing (fit).
• Recommend and specify material, component and construction options to meet key features and product performance goals.
• Engage in all phases of the product process to ensure projects are completed on time, meet design intent, and can be commercialized and manufactured.

Benefits

• Generous total rewards package.
• Casual work environment.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• Electric atmosphere for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Apparel Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree