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Beaverton, VT

Full-time | Development - Product

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Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
The first spark of a product idea sets the Nike, Inc. Footwear Product Creation team into motion. The team of footwear developers, testers, engineers and designers strive for product excellence. They obsess over shoes, while collaborating, ideating and refining the product’s construction, fit and style. They use groundbreaking advancements in technology and sustainable design to accelerate innovation. And they work lockstep with Merchandising, Design, Manufacturing and others to produce the final result: products that reflect the soul of sport and inspire athletes to reach new levels of performance.
DescriptionAs our Senior Footwear Testing Insights Analyst, you will lead footwear performance testing and insights gathering for the Global Football “SOCCER” category from a strategic HUB located in Southern California. Your results will help categories craft and deliver innovative, proven & tested product for the global marketplace.Your key responsibilities will include:Strategically recruit and develop relationships with athletes -- professional, collegiate, Academy, high school & recreational Soccer players. This includes building connections with other key influencers such as coaches, bio mechanists, physios, retail partners (etc).
Partner with Footwear Product Testing & category teams to develop comprehensive test plans for new Football models.
Conduct footwear tests to validate the fit, performance & durability of products prior to production. 
Lead feedback sessions to compile and analyze key performance and athlete insights.
Deliver insights to inspire and inform Nike’s most innovative Football technologies and products through the voice of the athlete.
Additionally, you will gain an understanding of footwear construction and manufacturing processes to improve the quality and depth of recommendations to the product team.
QualificationsBachelor's degree, preferably in a scientific or technical field.
5 + years' relevant work experience, at least 2 years' work experience in the footwear industry is desired.
Strong capacity to analyze trends and make recommendations. Experience gathering and communicating consumer insights preferred.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
History of working and engaging with athletes.
Demonstrated leadership experience is essential.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Proven results orientation
Enthusiasm for the future (Sport/ Product)
Must have ability to read/write and present in English
Spanish speaking is preferred
Passion for and participation in sport (Soccer) is a plus.
Logistics:As this role operates from the field, a majority of time is spent travelling across a territory of an estimated 150-mile radius.  Approximate breakdown = 70% field, 20% office, 10% WHQ/Domestic and International travel. 
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 00430966
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