Product Line Manager II, Global Football Apparel Licensed (Clubs And Federations)

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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 YOU’LL WORK WITH

Our Product Line Manager II sits within the Global Football Apparel Licensed (Clubs and Federations) team and reports into the Director, Global Apparel Football ROW. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Design, Technical Development, Merchandising, Operations, Sports Marketing, and the broader Apparel Product Creation team. The function drives process excellence and delivers innovative, high‑performance product for the world’s best clubs, federations, athletes, and consumers.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a Product Line Manager II to join our Global Football Apparel Licensed (Clubs and Federations) team. An ideal Product Line Manager II is a collaborative teammate with a history of excellence and phenomenal attention to detail. This person brings strong organizational skills, a drive to learn, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast‑moving environment. A passion for serving the consumer is essential.

This role requires someone who partners effectively with diverse teams and supports the business by creatively solving problems. The Product Line Manager II will help drive process and strategy alongside the apparel product creation team, supporting delivery of the most innovative and high‑performance product in the industry while also enabling compelling retail assortments for consumers. Analysis of current business—including bookings and sell‑through by channel, country, geography, style, and color—is an expected part of the role.

What you bring:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a product‑related role
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Merchandising, Marketing, Product Management or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training. 
• Ability to manage multiple product creation timelines with precision
• Passion for or interest in Global Football (Soccer) is a plus
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
• Have a global sense of awareness. (Knowledge of current world events. Respect and appreciation for other cultures)
• Strong work ethic; takes the initiative and is proactive
• A sense of curiosity and an eagerness to learn
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to drive consensus
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presentations (efficient in Keynote, Miro, PPT, Adobe Suite and Excel)

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You’ll play a key role in supporting the Global Football Apparel Licensed (Clubs and Federations) team across all aspects of the product creation process. You’ll help ensure accuracy, alignment, and momentum from brief through final product approval while keeping teams connected and on track.

In this role, you will

• Partner with Product Management and cross‑functional triad teams (Merchandising, Design, and Technical Design) throughout the product creation process
• Support Game Plan execution by preparing for meetings, managing pre‑reads, setting up samples, documenting outcomes, and recapping decisions
• Own clear and accurate communication, including tracking and communicating changes to triad partners and key stakeholders
• Manage product creation workflows through strong data management and collaboration across teams
• Ensure data accuracy in key tools and documents, including Visual Line Plans, Sales Tools, Miro boards, and change logs
• Organize, track, and manage samples throughout the development process
• Learn and apply business analysis skills, partnering with the Category Information Analyst to confirm accuracy in MMX systems, including costs, pricing, and forecasts

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.