NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
This position is based in Nike Guangzhou Office located in Guangzhou, Guangdong; reporting to Manager, Footwear Cost Engineering. In this role you will be working closely with our Nike Footwear Manufacturing Partners teams, along with Nike cross functional including Footwear Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing and Finance. You will work alongside Cost Engineering team in Guangzhou office and other Asia locations to conduct seasonal quote management and create value through identifying and driving costing opportunities. You will function as both an internal and external subject matter expert in Nike Costing.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a Senior Engineer, Footwear Cost Engineering who is a proactive problem solver, able to prioritize tasks, work productively, and a flexible multitasker. You foster effective teamwork in partner with Nike cross functional teams to drive competitive, sustainable, and standardized costing across footwear. Knowledge of footwear construction, manufacturing, innovation, costing, and global business management; experience with footwear supply chain is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree with a focus in Engineering, Business Management, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience including Footwear Engineering, Development, Manufacturing, Product Costing is preferred. Related disciplines are also acceptable.
- Knowledge of footwear construction, manufacturing, innovation, costing, footwear and supply chain
- Ability to maintain a high level of integrity, remain flexible, be results-oriented, and work in an environment of ambiguity.
- A pragmatic thinker and creative problem solver who will proactively research and drive collective resolution
- High proficiency using Outlook, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI.
- Ability to travel 10-20% of the time.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As a Senior Engineer, Footwear Cost Engineering, you will ensure efficient and effective manufacturing cost at scale leveraging Nike best practices. Key Accountabilities include:
- Lead strategic costing conversations and guide the team to deliver cost optimization outcomes that support product briefs and Nike’s profitability expectations.
- Lead a wide range of cost optimization projects and influence Manufacturing Partners throughout all phases of creation and production.
- Clearly and concisely communicate costing strategy and recommendations, leveraging engineering and manufacturing knowledge, for product or process improvements.
- Drive cost breakdown accuracy through comprehensive validation and analysis including both cost of product and cost of footwear business operation.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing Partners to validate new labor process standards and capture value for modernization initiatives.
- Contribute to the evolution of the Cost Engineering function by defining new processes and tools to drive competitive, sustainable, and standardized costing for all products.
- Support the continuous evolution of Nike’s strategic costing framework including leading functional and program initiatives turning costing and manufacturing concepts into reality.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management, Finance, or related field
- Minimum of 6 years relevant experience including Footwear Engineering, Development, Manufacturing, Product Costing
- Knowledge of footwear construction, manufacturing, innovation, costing, and supply chain
- Ability to maintain high integrity, remain flexible, be results-oriented, and work in ambiguity
- Pragmatic thinker and creative problem solver who proactively researches and drives resolution
- High proficiency with Outlook, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI
- Ability to travel 10-20% of the time
Nike Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nike and has not been reviewed or approved by Nike.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match is complemented by options such as a Mega Backdoor Roth and deferred compensation for eligible earners. Financial coaching and structured savings programs support long-term financial security.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a stock discount sits alongside broad-based equity vehicles like RSUs and non-qualified stock options. These avenues expand wealth-building opportunities beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave includes maternity and paternity time, recently expanded in the U.S. to 16 weeks and extended to part-time retail teammates. Additional supports include childcare assistance at select locations and family-building benefits such as fertility, surrogacy, and adoption.
Nike Insights
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. Take your first step at nike.com/careers * 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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