Senior Manager, Product Design, Streetwear Apparel, Global Jordan - Nike
Beaverton, OR
About the Job
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
The role of design within the Nike matrix is a blend of art and science, propelling the creative vision forward while ensuring consumer needs are met. The Senior Manager will report to the Design Director of Jordan Streetwear Apparel. They’ll have two designers reporting to them: a Senior Apparel Designer and an Apparel Designer II. Additionally, they will partner internally and cross-functionally with Graphics + Color Design, Apparel Design Excellence, Product Line Management, Product + Materials Development, and Womens Streetwear Apparel Design.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Senior Manager will utilize their exceptional design, leadership, and creative problem solving skills to execute the Streetwear Apparel creative vision to the highest standard. They must have a passion for leading a team of designers at varying levels.
+ Bachelor's Degree in Apparel/Fashion Design or related design field or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
+ 8+ years of relevant work experience in Apparel/Fashion Design.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations.
+ Strong ability to apply and perform design skills such as: drawing/sketching, ideation, digital product creation and visual presentation development.
+ Master knowledge of streetwear culture, current trends, and design.
+ Master knowledge of pattern making, draping, materials, trims, garment fit, garment construction, and manufacturing.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
If this is you, you will manage the Mens Streetwear Apparel design team, setting team and individual goals that align with the overarching Streetwear creative direction. You'll maintain and continually expand upon an expert knowledge of current trends and consumer-related products.
+ You get to work in a fast pace, dynamic, creative, and high performing environment.
+ You will push the status quo for the Jordan Brand consumer by expanding and articulating the Streetwear creative vision within the context of overarching strategic objectives.
+ You will partner with cross-functional partners to ensure aesthetic feasibility while meeting price points, merchandising needs, and product creation requirements.
+ You will lead product design processes to ensure results are met, as well as actively seek opportunities to drive efficiency.
+ You will foster your team’s individual growth by providing inspiration, encouragement, and constructive feedback.
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, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.
The role of design within the Nike matrix is a blend of art and science, propelling the creative vision forward while ensuring consumer needs are met. The Senior Manager will report to the Design Director of Jordan Streetwear Apparel. They’ll have two designers reporting to them: a Senior Apparel Designer and an Apparel Designer II. Additionally, they will partner internally and cross-functionally with Graphics + Color Design, Apparel Design Excellence, Product Line Management, Product + Materials Development, and Womens Streetwear Apparel Design.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Senior Manager will utilize their exceptional design, leadership, and creative problem solving skills to execute the Streetwear Apparel creative vision to the highest standard. They must have a passion for leading a team of designers at varying levels.
+ Bachelor's Degree in Apparel/Fashion Design or related design field or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
+ 8+ years of relevant work experience in Apparel/Fashion Design.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations.
+ Strong ability to apply and perform design skills such as: drawing/sketching, ideation, digital product creation and visual presentation development.
+ Master knowledge of streetwear culture, current trends, and design.
+ Master knowledge of pattern making, draping, materials, trims, garment fit, garment construction, and manufacturing.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
If this is you, you will manage the Mens Streetwear Apparel design team, setting team and individual goals that align with the overarching Streetwear creative direction. You'll maintain and continually expand upon an expert knowledge of current trends and consumer-related products.
+ You get to work in a fast pace, dynamic, creative, and high performing environment.
+ You will push the status quo for the Jordan Brand consumer by expanding and articulating the Streetwear creative vision within the context of overarching strategic objectives.
+ You will partner with cross-functional partners to ensure aesthetic feasibility while meeting price points, merchandising needs, and product creation requirements.
+ You will lead product design processes to ensure results are met, as well as actively seek opportunities to drive efficiency.
+ You will foster your team’s individual growth by providing inspiration, encouragement, and constructive feedback.
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, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.
Source : Nike