BECOME A PART OF THE NIKE, INC. TEAM
NIKE, Inc. 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. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game!
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
Reporting to the Manager, GPS Services Operations, this role sits within GPS EMEA Services Operations and works across EHQ Services, EMEA Cities, and EMEA Events. You will partner closely with Local and Global GPS, Finance, Procurement, and external service partners to align priorities, remove blockers, and ensure predictable delivery against EMEA needs.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is highly organized, who can convert complexity into an actionable plan. They bring strong program/project and stakeholder management skills, can translate business needs into clear partner direction, and create visibility through disciplined operating rhythms, templates, and crisp reporting. They are comfortable navigating ambiguity, unblocking dependencies, and driving decisions without overcomplicating governance. They understand the basics of finance operations (PO/GR, month-end close), can troubleshoot process/system blockers, and are confident working across multiple teams, time zones, and external vendors. They are data-minded and can connect global technology evolution to regional reporting needs, turning inputs into decision-ready insights for leaders.
Required / Preferred:
- Prior experience in program or project management, operations, or service delivery within a complex, cross-functional environment, including working with external partners and finance or procurement processes.
- Integrated planning & execution leadership: strong capability in turning multiple inputs into a single plan through prioritization, dependency management, clear ownership, and effective operating rhythms.
- Cross-functional stakeholder leadership: proven ability to align diverse stakeholder groups (including senior leaders), drive decisions, and keep work moving through influence and coordination.
- Delivery under ambiguity: comfortable working at pace; adapts under pressure, manages shifting priorities, and stays outcomes-focused.
- Structured problem-solving & organizational awareness: anticipates risks, resolves blockers, and navigates complex environments with sound judgment.
- Data, reporting & knowledge management: builds and maintains a single source of truth (definitions, dashboards, playbooks/decision logs) to improve visibility, alignment, and onboarding.
- Systems-savvy & fast learner: able to navigate SAP, Ariba, Coupa, ServiceNow, and Microsoft 365 to move work end-to-end and remove friction.
- Finance & procurement execution: working knowledge of PO/GR, invoice flow, and month-end cadence; able to troubleshoot process/system issues and support budget owners.
- Clear communication: highly skilled communicator, able to explain complex topics clearly in English and tailor messages to different audiences.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
You will be the operational hub that turns global and regional demand into a single EMEA plan, aligns partners to priorities, and ensures reliable execution. You’ll create decision-ready visibility for leaders, unblock dependencies across teams, and support critical finance and business rhythms that keep delivery moving.
Key responsibilities:
- You manage the flow of global and local requests, converting inputs into a single, prioritized EMEA operational plan with clear ownership, milestones, and decision points.
- You translate business requirements into clear partner guidance, ensuring vendor workstreams align to the EMEA plan and adjust quickly as priorities evolve.
- You drive execution performance by implementing standard tools, templates, and lightweight governance that improve predictability and strengthen handoffs.
- You enable cross-team collaboration across service teams, enabling functions, and partners to resolve dependencies, activate GPS priorities, and keep delivery on track.
- You support month-end close activities and consult internal budget owners on PO/GR execution, resolving finance/procurement system blockers and process gaps.
- You own EMEA Services & Presence data visibility, connecting global tech evolution with regional reporting to consolidate key insights and digital updates for leadership decisions.
- You continuously improve operating rhythms by identifying friction points, simplifying ways of working, and scaling what works across the EMEA node.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, a 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 encouragement and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. 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.
This role is open for applications until 4th September 2026. Relocation is not offered for this position.
Skills Required
- Prior experience in program or project management, operations, or service delivery in a complex cross-functional environment
- Experience working with external partners and finance or procurement processes
- Integrated planning and execution, including prioritization, dependency management, ownership, and operating rhythms
- Cross-functional stakeholder leadership and ability to drive decisions through influence and coordination
- Ability to manage ambiguity, shifting priorities, and pressure while remaining outcomes-focused
- Structured problem-solving, risk anticipation, blocker resolution, and organizational awareness
- Data, reporting, dashboard, knowledge management, and single-source-of-truth development skills
- Ability to navigate SAP, Ariba, Coupa, ServiceNow, and Microsoft 365
- Working knowledge of PO/GR, invoice flow, month-end close, and finance/procurement system troubleshooting
- Excellent English communication skills and ability to tailor messages to different audiences
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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