Senior, Running & ACG Footwear Product Testing Analyst

Nike•Beaverton, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role ensures that our Running & ACG Footwear fits and performs up to the highest standards in the industry. The candidate will need strong interpersonal skills focused on developing tester relationships. The candidate also needs to have exceptional planning and organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects. They will need to be able to analyze data and present subjective feedback in a concise and understandable manner. An entrepreneurial spirit and competitive mindset are a plus because working in FPT is akin to starting and running your own business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Consumer Science, Exercise Science, or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
5 years' experience in a professional working environment.
Experience working with athletes.
Knowledge of the Running landscape in the United States.
Proven ability to foster authentic relationships.
Ability to physically lift and carry items weighing 20 pounds.
Ability to travel up to 10% per year, domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the footwear, product testing, development, marketing, engineering, retail, relationship management, sports, sales, and/or customer service industry is preferred.
An entrepreneurial spirit and competitive mindset are a plus.

Responsibilities

Managing all aspects of the testing process, including but not limited to; test planning, recruiting testers, conducting tests, analyzing data, report writing, and program/relationship management.
Using understanding of footwear’s manufacturing processes combined with understanding of the athlete to offer suggestions to the product team regarding materials, components, and construction options to meet the product’s performance goals.
Specifying the performance issues that need attention prior to production by representing the Voice of the Athlete and our consumers.
Collaborating with a cross functional product team inclusive of marketing, development, engineering, and design to create comprehensive testing plans.
Working in a fast-paced environment where you will manage ambiguity and multiple projects across various timelines.
Utilizing experience with Microsoft Office programs and familiarity with statistical analysis procedures to identify trends.
Utilizing strong verbal and written communication skills to influence product excellence decisions at the product team and footwear leadership level.