Lead Footwear Product Line Manager, EMEA Express Lane

a proven track record in Footwear product creation. The ideal candidate excels in problem-solving, organizational skills, and attention to detail, with a passion for crafting high-quality product briefs and serving consumers.

Advanced communication and presentation skills, alongside experience working with diverse teams, are essential.

• A minimum of 5 years' experience working in Footwear product creation or merchandising within a Footwear organization.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, experience or training.

• Solid understanding of Footwear construction and storytelling

• Passion for sneakers and the culture of the athletic footwear industry

• Expert knowledge of the EMEA consumer, retail landscape and wholesale partners

• Exceptional time management with a proven ability to manage multiple work streams

• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and work collaboratively

• An inquisitive mind, proactive information-seeking skills, and a drive for results

• Outstanding presentation skills with the confidence to lead and challenge peers and senior stakeholders

• Strong business acumen and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Keynote, Excel, Miro & Adobe suite

• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, including internationally.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

• Oversee all aspects of the Footwear product creation process in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Analyze retail sales data, and conduct consumer groups to derive actionable insights.

• Manage workflows from line planning & brieifing to sell-in, creating and maintaining compelling tools to support the business

• Partner closely with wholesale teams, design, development, and merchandising to create & land products tailored for the European consumer.

• Ensure accountability, meet deadlines, and contribute to team success.

Application deadline: 21st of April 2025.

Interview Process: Candidates invited to second round of interview will be requested to present a case study to assess their understanding of the Nikes EMEA consumer & business.