Senior Manager, Bags Accessories Product Design

Nike

3.7

(41)

Los Angeles, CA

Why you should apply for a job to Nike:

  • 60% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 56% say the CEO supports gender diversity
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    Position summary

    across multiple platforms and a variety of product types. This person will be focused on elevating the consumer experience by delivering creative solutions across a wide range of products and consumer types, while driving an emotional connection to the NIKE Brand through rich and compelling narratives.

    This role requires passion and creativity along with versatility and focus to see designs through the product creation process. This Design Manager is a dedicated team-player that knows how to collaborate, receive feedback and manage multiple projects at any given time. This Design Manager an also translate complex insights into authentic narratives and create compelling solutions that will help define the future of NIKE Accessories.

    WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

    As Senior Design Manager for Bags within Accessories Design, you will guide a team of both Fashion & Technical Bags Designers to deliver collections that are both creative and functional. You will oversee design across bags, small functional carry goods (wallets, pouches, pockets, organizers), and bag charms/accessories, bringing together innovation, material awareness, and consumer-focused design.

    WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

    As a Senior Manager for Bags within Accessories Design, you will be guiding the creative through the design season while working with a team of Designers, Developers, Product Managers, and Merchants to deliver creative in line with the Nike Design. This opportunity will require strong collaborative skills to meet cost requirements, deadlines, all while taking your partners though the thinking behind your work.

    WHAT YOU'LL BRING

    TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT A CREATIVE DESIGN PORTFOLIO. PLEASE PROVIDE WEBSITE LINKS OR ATTACH A PDF FILE WHEN YOU APPLY.

    • Bachelor's Degree in Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.

    • 8+ years of relevant work experience in Accessories Design

    • 3+ years managing a team

    • Ability to set an inspiring creative direction through thoughtful visual research and storytelling.

    • Experience designing bags, small functional carry goods, and bag charms/accessories.

    • Proven ability to conceptualize, edit, and complete full collections.

    • Strong material knowledge: functional textiles, synthetics, leather, hardware, trims.

    • Strong skill of 3D rendering and 3D printing.

    • Deep understanding of construction techniques and manufacturing processes.

    • Portfolio demonstrating collection building and innovative product design.

    • Strong leadership skills: mentoring designers and managing cross-functional collaboration.

    • Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, 3D software, and sketching.

    • Passion for sports/for analyzing the utility and functionality of products to elevate consumer experience.

    • Sustainability (knowledge of sustainable materials and processes)

    • Consumer insight & trend translation / Global market awareness

    We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

    Why you should apply for a job to Nike:

  • 60% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 56% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.