Global Product Licensing Lead

Nike; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike Global Product Licensing seeks a strategic Product Licensing Manager to lead cross‑functional alignment across product creation, merchandising, design, legal, and licensees. You will drive enterprise‑level direction, governance, and partner relationships to deliver brand‑right, scalable, licensed products.

We value executive communication, stakeholder influence, and the ability to navigate a fast‑moving, matrixed environment while maintaining brand standards and consumer focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, product management, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in product licensing or appropiate field.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and external partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Own and set product strategy direction for licensee partners at an enterprise level.
• Provide governance across product creation, briefing, line planning, and gate processes.
• Lead alignment across senior stakeholders and licensee leadership on targets and distribution.
• Drive operating excellence and scalable processes for GPL and partners.

Skills

Product licensing

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Ambiguity management

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Nike Global Product Licensing seeks a strategic Product Licensing Manager to lead cross‑functional alignment across product creation, merchandising, design, legal, and licensees. You will drive enterprise‑level direction, governance, and partner relationships to deliver brand‑right, scalable, licensed products.

We value executive communication, stakeholder influence, and the ability to navigate a fast‑moving, matrixed environment while maintaining brand standards and consumer focus.