Principal Tech Procurement & AI Strategy

Nike Inc; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike Inc. is seeking a Principal, Category Management to turn technology spend into enterprise value and shape category strategies for hardware and software. You will leverage market intelligence and AI tools to deliver measurable business value, partnering with Global Technology and Finance.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, long-term portfolio ownership, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while raising the team's capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 8+ years in technology category management and strategic sourcing.
• Proven success building category strategies and multi-year hardware/software agreements.
• CPSM or CIPS certification preferred.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen; experience with AI tools like Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain hardware and software category strategies.
• Lead stakeholder engagement with Global Technology and Tech Finance.
• Build and prioritize the sourcing pipeline through competitive events.
• Define supplier strategies and manage strategic supplier relationships.
• Track market shifts and AI tech insights for leverage.
• Prepare leadership-ready category updates for executives.
• Leverage AI tools to analyze contracts and pricing.

Skills

Category management

Sourcing

Negotiation

Financial acumen

AI tools (Copilot)

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

Nike Inc. is seeking a Principal, Category Management to turn technology spend into enterprise value and shape category strategies for hardware and software. You will leverage market intelligence and AI tools to deliver measurable business value, partnering with Global Technology and Finance.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, long-term portfolio ownership, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while raising the team's capabilities.