Director, Footwear Supplier Management Uppers

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Director to lead the Upper Materials Supply Management team in Taiwan. This role owns strategic supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with Nike standards, driving on-time delivery, and delivering product excellence at the right cost for athletes and consumers. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can balance strategy and execution—aligning teams, building trust-based partnerships, and enabling delivery against PSC material priorities.

The ideal candidate has experience in materials and, ideally, product creation, and thrives in complex, matrixed environments. Demonstrate a proven ability to influence across teams and stakeholders. This leader is passionate about developing talent, fostering a healthy team culture, and driving clarity and alignment across diverse partners.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Leadership & Team Health

• Lead the Taiwan Upper Materials Supply Management Leadership Team, driving alignment, clarity, and effectiveness
• Foster a high-performing, collaborative culture grounded in trust and accountability
• Partner with the Taiwan Materials Leadership Team to drive overall team health, engagement, and effectiveness

Cross Functional Alignment

• Partner closely with Underfoot Materials team

• Represent Materials on PSC Leadership Team forums, shaping priorities and driving alignment
• Ensure consistent connection across PSC Material team, Product Creation and Material Suppliers to support readiness and execution
• Influence decisions through strong partnership, credibility, and clear communication

Partner Relationship Leadership

• Build and sustain strong, trust-based partnerships with material suppliers, while driving performance 
• Foster open, honest dialogue to navigate complexity and drive aligned outcomes
• Ensure issues are surfaced early and resolved effectively

Team Development & Capability Building

• Mentor and develop SM team members, building a strong pipeline of future leaders
• Empower team members to lead critical programs with clear ownership and accountability
• Provide coaching that strengthens leadership capability and decision-making
• Create tools and frameworks to help teams set expectations and navigate tradeoffs

WHO YOU ARE

• High communication and influencing skills, including the ability to interact with leadership and cross-functional product creation team members
• Knowledge of footwear material types including fibers, yarns, textiles, leathers, synthetic leathers, manufacturing technologies and equipment
• Strong ability to lead teams and influence in a matrixed organization
• Effective relationship builder with the ability to partner across internal teams and external partners
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving alignment across diverse stakeholders
• Clear communicator who builds trust and shared understanding
• Passionate about developing teams and fostering a positive, high-performing culture

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Experience working cross-functionally in materials
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and drive alignment
• Experience partnering with external or manufacturing partners
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with strong execution
• Understanding of materials and end-to-end product creation processes

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, 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 inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 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.