Lead Product Developer – North America Local Creation, Footwear

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH As part of the North America, Local Creation team, this role partners closely with key footwear functions including Color and Material Design, Material Development, Product Management, PCC/PMO, Global Product Teams, Sourcing, Planning, and Operations.

You will navigate Nike’s matrixed environment to ensure alignment with Global Footwear Development standards and product excellence. Serving as the primary liaison between PCC/PMO partners and the WHQ product team, you will drive clear, accurate communication throughout the product development process and report to the Footwear Development Director for North America, Local Creation.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are seeking a Lead Footwear Product Developer to play a critical role on the North America, Local Creation Footwear Product Creation Team, driving product excellence for the North America consumer in a fast-paced, close-to-market environment.

This role requires a seasoned footwear development leader with 6+ years of experience, a strong technical foundation across the footwear creation process, and the ability to lead complex initiatives, influence senior stakeholders, and drive innovation through Nike’s INLINE product creation model.

Key Responsibilities & Attributes Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Industrial Design, Engineering, Physical Sciences or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training Lead footwear product development projects at an accelerated pace, close to market Provide project and process direction within cross-functional product creation teams Drive innovation and product initiatives across footwear dimensions and divisions Leverage deep technical knowledge across lasts, uppers, materials, tooling, costing, testing, and manufacturing Exhibit strong project management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Communicate effectively across functions, geographies, and leadership levels Demonstrate resilient leadership