Product Developer - Footwear
Columbia Sportswear CompanySalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Sportswear, FootwearIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Product Management, or related field (will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, or training)
- A minimum of 10 years directly relevant experience
- Deep product creation fluency and insight to line planning mastery
- X-Functional leadership and influence without authority
- Clear, compelling communication and storytelling ability
- Strategic foresight and long-term franchise thinking
- Cultural literacy and global marketplace fluency
- Subject matter expert on the Footwear Creation Process and calendar, including alignment of critical gates/dates on Inline creation calendars
- Knowledge of the NSW Strategy and the key seasonal cultural moments calendar
Responsibilities
- Serve as the strategic architect for product journeys that balance innovation, cultural energy, and commercial scale — from concept through go-to-market
- Translate global consumer insights and market dynamics into future-forward product strategies that expand category relevance and brand heat
- Mentor and influence PLMs across levels by modeling best-in-class product management behaviors and elevating team capability
- Lead the most complex, high-impact product strategies across Nike Sportswear’s global portfolio
- Guide cross-functional partners (Design, Product Creation, Global & Geo Merchandising, Consumer Insights, NSW Leadership, Nike Direct & Partner GTM Teams) and influence Nike’s most strategic decisions across creation, marketplace, and consumer journey
- Brief, line plan, and manage portfolio of products tethered to the NSW Icons Footwear business
Skills
Product Line Management
Footwear Creation Process
Line Planning
Consumer Insights
Global Merchandising
Cross-Functional Leadership
Strategic Foresight
Marketplace Fluency
Storytelling
Cultural Literacy
Nike
Designs and sells athletic footwear and apparel
About Nike
Nike designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories aimed at athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and everyday consumers. Their products are created to be stylish and performance-oriented, catering to the needs of a diverse clientele. Nike operates through multiple sales channels, including retail stores, online platforms, and third-party retailers, and enhances its brand image through endorsements from well-known athletes and sports teams. A key aspect of Nike's approach is its membership program, which offers exclusive access to products and content, fostering a deeper connection with consumers. Unlike many competitors, Nike places a strong emphasis on sustainability and corporate responsibility, integrating these values into its operations and product development. The company's goal is to continue growing by creating products that resonate with consumers while promoting positive social and environmental impact.
Beaverton, OregonHeadquarters
1964Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Social Impact, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees