The Director, Partnerships is responsible for developing, executing, and scaling strategic partnerships that advance NIKE’s DEI mission. This leader drives both internal and external collaborations, oversees partnership programming, and ensures alignment with enterprise DEI and business objectives. The Director manages a team and works cross-functionally with DEI leadership, HR, Legal, Communications, and People Analytics.
Who You’ll Work With
- Senior Director, Global DEI Operations and Partnerships
- DEI Leadership Team, HR, Legal, Communications, and People Analytics
- External partners, global and geo based DEI teams
- Director, Global DEI Operations
- Marketing, Talent Acquisition, Sports Marketing and Social and Community Impact teams
Who We’re Looking For
- Strategic relationship builder with deep DEI knowledge and business acumen
- Proven experience in partnership management, program development, and cross-functional collaboration
- Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience leading teams and driving enterprise alignment
- Skilled in data-driven decision-making and impact measurement
- Excellent communicator and influencer
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, HR, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of experience, education, and training.
- 10+ years of experience in partnership management, DEI, or related field
- Experience working with senior executives and diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
What You’ll Work On
Activate the Partnerships & Enablers
- Develop and implement a comprehensive partnership strategy anchored to Nike’s DEI priorities and HR strategies.
- Cultivate and manage relationships with external organizations, internal business teams to unlock resources, amplify impact, and connect DEI work to business and community goals.
- Create and maintain playbooks, toolkits, and operating rhythms for partnership activation, ensuring systems and access are in place for all teams.
- Grow Brand Loyalty: Collaborate on premium, inclusive community experiences and external partnerships that deepen brand trust and authentic connection.
- Power DEI with Data & Rigor: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to measure partnership impact, monitor industry trends, and provide data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
Leadership & Enablement
- Lead, coach, and develop the Partnerships team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
- Monitor industry trends and identify new partnership opportunities that align with DEI strategy and business goals.
- Report on key performance indicators and provide data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
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.
Top Skills
What We Do
At NIKE, Inc., we innovate to serve athletes*.
Every teammate - from coder to creator - plays a role in making these athletes’ dreams real. Our tech, data, and digital teams push limits every day, building the future of sport and the tools that drive it.
Here, curiosity is fuel. Innovation is the game plan. Different perspectives keep us on the offense. You’ll solve challenges worth tackling, grow fast and belong to a team that backs you to do the right thing. Bring your drive. Bring your bold. Let’s move the world, together.
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* If you have a body, you’re an athlete.
Why Work With Us
At NIKE, Inc., your dedication fuels the future of sport. There is a sense of pride that comes from representing an iconic brand and shaping its future. Here, we treat every day as a new opportunity to push boundaries, ask tough questions and share whole-hearted convictions. We are a team – united by the belief that anything is possible.
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