Global Accessories PLM Lead — Headwear & Socks

Nike; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike seeks a Lead Product Line Manager for Global Accessories, focusing on headwear and socks. You will own the product creation process, translate insights into season strategies, and guide multi-functional teams to on-time, profitable product introductions.

The role requires 6+ years in product creation or merchandising, strong storytelling, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Travel up to 15% may be required, with collaboration across Design, Development, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Geo teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, merchandising, or related field is required.
• 6+ years experience in product creation, merchandising, or brand marketing.
• Ability to translate consumer insights into compelling product strategy and briefs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product creation process across headwear and socks within Global Accessories.
• Collaborate with merchandising, design, development, sourcing, and geo teams through line planning to final product approval.
• Create and present season briefs and strategy to Product Management and Merchandising partners.
• Drive accountability to milestones and ensure profitability and innovation goals are met.
• Translate athlete/consumer insights into market-leading product concepts and briefs.
• Maintain alignment with cross-functional partners and deliver on key dates.

Skills

Product leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Storytelling

Problem solving

Entrepreneurial mindset

Curiosity

Travel readiness

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Merchandising, or related field

Job description

Nike seeks a Lead Product Line Manager for Global Accessories, focusing on headwear and socks. You will own the product creation process, translate insights into season strategies, and guide multi-functional teams to on-time, profitable product introductions.

The role requires 6+ years in product creation or merchandising, strong storytelling, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Travel up to 15% may be required, with collaboration across Design, Development, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Geo teams.