WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
This is the Nike matrix: You will report into the Material, Product & Color Standards Development Director, and support your team in managing material and product standards across seasonal timelines to meet our Nike athlete* needs. You are a key member of the product standards community and will be sought out as an expert resource. In this role, you will collaborate with teams across design, materials development, product management, product creation, manufacturing, lab testing and product integrity.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a detail-oriented people manager with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of material and product standards. You will be an important member of our Dev Standards team, overseeing the development and implementation of robust standards that ensure product quality, consistency, and compliance. In this role, you will guide your team with a strong working knowledge of apparel industry standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging best practices. A commitment to continuous improvement, mentorship, and the ability to positively influence cross-functional teams is essential.
Bachelor’s degree in Apparel, Textiles, Engineering or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training
A minimum of 5 years directly relevant work experience
Additional experience in product creation, product standards, quality assurance, or materials management.
Strong knowledge of Apparel material/product creation and supply chain processes
Strong written and oral communication skills including meeting facilitation and presentations, and ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives
Strong information seeking-skills, personal drive, and ability to motivate and coach others
Computer skills, including Microsoft office applications and Product Data Management or PLM systems.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group of individuals
Ability to travel up to approximately 10% of the time
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As a Material and Product Standards Manager, you will be the primary contact partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure all Apparel product meets Nike’s quality and compliance standards. You will utilize your expertise to create and refine material and product specifications and influence testing protocols for Nike Apparel. You will lead the development and implementation of tools and processes to support product standardization in both the creation and manufacturing process. You will also help onboard and mentor new team members, research innovations in standards, and drive the adoption of industry-leading practices.
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.