Nike, Inc.:
Cost Engineer - Air MI Job in Beaverton, VT

Nike does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. We’re a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries, and push out the edges of what can be. We’re looking for people who can grow, think, dream and create. We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards imagination. We seek achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about bringing what you have to a challenging and constantly evolving game.As Cost Engineer at Air Manufacturing Innovation, you will meet the needs of the consumer and business by driving sustainable product value and accurate product costing. Cost Engineers will develop and execute process for establishing and maintaining standard costs. You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Finance to actively audit cost standards, understand and manage cost drivers and create solutions that achieve manufacturing process efficiencies and product cost targets.In this role, you will contribute to the evolution of products costing by defining new processes and tools to drive competitive, sustainable and standardized cost parameters. You will partner with Engineer and Manufacturing teams to establish standards that support best practices. Specifically, you will partner with Engineer and Finance in the evolution of Air MI’s costing and pricing framework.This role involves solving complex challenges and bringing new perspective to existing processes and solutions. You will work independently, lead cross-functional teams to enable accurate cost standards. Additionally, you will be accountable for cross-functional project initiatives while managing your core responsibilities. Still interested?NIKE is a growth company. We’re looking for team members to grow with us. If we’ve piqued your interest, then, good! A generous benefits package will only sweeten the deal. We offer a stock purchase plan, 401(k), a casual work environment, and host of other perks we don’t have room to mention here.
QualificationsRequirements for the position include:•Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Engineering, Business Management, related field, or 2 additional years’ experience in-lieu of degree•A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience including footwear development, engineering, manufacturing, or costing•Knowledge of footwear construction, innovation, costing, and global business management•Experience with product costing in manufacturing environment including valuing materials, labor & overhead cost components•Experience with standard cost and variance analysis•Knowledge of footwear sourcing, processes, and events from product concept to delivery is preferred•A pragmatic thinker and creative problem solver who will proactively research and drive collective resolution•Strong verbal and written communication skills•Ability to maintain a high level of integrity, remain flexible, be results-oriented, and work productively within a matrix organization•Work comfortably in an environment of ambiguity•Mentor and help train new or less experience team members•High proficiency using MS Excel and PowerPoint•Experience with SAP is preferred•Experience with a digital analytics software package or a Manufacturing Execution System (MES)•Exposure to Lean manufacturing principles preferred•Experience working on process improvement projects•Ability to travel 5-10% of the time NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Job ID: 00416101