Senior Manager, Bags Accessories Product Design

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, it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for a Senior Design Manager for Bags within Accessories Design to join our Accessories Design team - someone who can move fluidly between conceptual thinking and execution, all while managing and leading a team. You'll shape the future of Accessories Design for what's to come at NIKE.

The ideal candidate will be a highly creative problem solver who brings engagement and curiosity to work across multiple platforms and a variety of product types. This person will be focused on elevating the consumer experience by delivering creative solutions across a wide range of products and consumer types, while driving an emotional connection to the NIKE Brand through rich and compelling narratives.

This role requires passion and creativity along with versatility and focus to see designs through the product creation process. This Design Manager is a dedicated team-player that knows how to collaborate, receive feedback and manage multiple projects at any given time. This Design Manager an also translate complex insights into authentic narratives and create compelling solutions that will help define the future of NIKE Accessories.

• Bachelor's Degree in Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• 8+ years of relevant work experience in Accessories Design
• 3+ years managing a team
• Ability to set an inspiring creative direction through thoughtful visual research and storytelling.
• Experience designing bags, small functional carry goods, and bag charms/accessories.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, edit, and complete full collections.
• Strong material knowledge: functional textiles, synthetics, leather, hardware, trims.
• Strong skill of 3D rendering and 3D printing.
• Deep understanding of construction techniques and manufacturing processes.
• Portfolio demonstrating collection building and innovative product design.
• Strong leadership skills: mentoring designers and managing cross-functional collaboration.
• Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, 3D software, and sketching.
• Passion for sports/for analyzing the utility and functionality of products to elevate consumer experience.
• Sustainability (knowledge of sustainable materials and processes)
• Consumer insight & trend translation / Global market awareness