Senior Principal, Strategic Planning - NIKE, Inc. Collaborate with C-suite members, Nike leadership, and other members of the strategy team to craft and execute strategies that differentiates Nike in the global marketplace; utilize technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and commercial savvy to craft actionable insights that drive Nike's revenue forward, promoting speed, scale, and bold growth; strategize on the application of emerging technologies , such as GenAI and AI/ML, and digital commerce technologies to drive greater automation, build stickier consumer experiences for our Athletes and enable Nike’s product innovation; develop and present high-impact strategies with the capability to synthesize technology, business, and supply chain concepts and communicate insights that drive board-level decision-making; spearhead initiatives for faster, more cost-effective, and superior development of Nike’s core products by optimizing processes; drive the modernization of legacy systems with a clear vision of integrating next-gen technologies in direct to consumer and footwear and apparel product creation, production, and logistics systems to maintain competitive advantage; collaborate with cross-functional teams, to translate complex concepts and push for swift execution of strategies; lead meetings with flexibility and adaptability, ensuring agenda control and optimizing outcomes, while being able to spontaneously engage with senior audiences on complex issues; cultivate strong advisory relationships, navigating decision-making mechanisms, and building consensus to accelerate strategic initiatives; and lead as a proactive thought leader, staying abreast of the latest technology and business trends and maintaining technical and business credibility. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the U.S., except from AK, AL, AR, DE, HI, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MT, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, RI, SD, VT, WV, and WY.
Must have a Master’s degree Computer Engineering or Business Administration and two (2) years of experience in the job offered or a product-related occupation.
Experience must include:
• Strategic Planning and Business Model Innovation
• Channel Strategy for distribution channel including e-commerce and digital stores, wholesale partnership
• Financial Modeling such as P&L Analysis, ROI, and Forecasting Tools
• Data analytics and trend analysis using SQL, Power BI and Google analytics
• Consumer Insights and Market Research tools including Qualtrics and Nielsen
• Global Market Intelligence Platforms such as Euromonitor, Statista, or IBIS World
• Cross-Functional Program Management tools including JIRA, Asana, and Smartsheet
• Innovation and Business Model Design tools such as Design Thinking Frameworks or Bus Model Canvas
• Executive communication and strategic reporting
Contact: Apply at www.Nike.com/Careers
Apply at www.Nike.com/Careers (Job# R-86516)
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Skills Required
- Master's degree in Computer Engineering or Business Administration
- Two (2) years of experience in the job offered or a product-related occupation
- Strategic planning and business model innovation experience
- Channel strategy for distribution including e-commerce, digital stores, and wholesale partnerships
- Financial modeling experience (P&L analysis, ROI, forecasting tools)
- Data analytics and trend analysis using SQL, Power BI, and Google Analytics
- Consumer insights and market research tools experience including Qualtrics and Nielsen
- Familiarity with global market intelligence platforms such as Euromonitor, Statista, or IBISWorld
- Cross-functional program management tools experience including JIRA, Asana, and Smartsheet
- Experience with innovation and business model design tools such as Design Thinking frameworks or Business Model Canvas
- Executive communication and strategic reporting skills
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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