Training Specialist jobs in United States, Oregon, Beaverton

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We’re looking for an exceptionalFootwear Materials Designer to combine their experience, problem-solving abilities, and creativity to help create the future of Nike Footwear Materials. The category you will be working in is the
Women’s Sports & TrainingFootwear team. The ideal teammate will be a highly creative problem solver. This is someone who doesn’t settle for anything less than the best design and materials solutions, to meet the needs of the consumer on and off the court. They’ll be focused on elevating the consumer experience by creating materials that are performance and trend-relevant for a range of products while driving an emotional connection to materials for the consumer through the use of narrative and storytelling and by pushing the edges of sustainable footwear material design.

• YOU MUST SUBMIT A DESIGN PORTFOLIO TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE
• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, related field, or equivalent combination of education, experience or training
• At least years’ experience designing and developing innovative footwear and other products
• Knowledge of form, color, materials, human factors, related to elevating the consumer experience
• Ability to translate consumer knowledge and insights into product solutions and narratives
• Experience in technical footwear design
• Strong Photoshop, Illustrator skills
• Must be able to build accurate 2D technical drawings (tech packs)
• Cobbling and prototyping skills are a plus
• 3D design program experience is a plus
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
• Knowledge and experience with sustainable design and manufacturing are a plus
• Experienced with presentation programs: Keynote, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
• Ability and passion to lead, mentor, and onboard Design teammates
• Contribute and align to shared team culture and behaviors
• Catalyst to make connections with other Design groups
• Motivated and hardworking about bringing others along
• Extraordinary teammate, and humble leader
• Collaborator with skill in connecting the dots
• Speaks up with courage for self and the team
• Open-minded, good listener, receptive to candid feedback and diverse points of view

Is that you? If so, you will be creating concepts and developments on a range of material designs for thesegments of Nike sports and lifestyle. You will work on elevating new technologies that influence brand-new models, as well as on seasonal narratives elevating existing materials for our classics and iconic products. Your goal is to aim for product excellence by partnering with key stakeholders cross-functionally on the product creations process, and help bring the vision for the future of NikeFootwear products to life. You will unleash creativity with a focus on sustainability and leveraging consumer insights to inform our creative response. and focus on how we drive innovation and cultural connections embedded into our designs to create separation. The daily responsibilities of this role are wide-ranging, ambitious, and exciting.

As a technical training FW Program Specialist II on the Bowerman Creation University team (BCU), you will be part of a highly motivated, technically focused learning and development team. We are responsible for foundational footwear education and advancing experiences that aid in accelerating the skills and knowledge of functional roles within the Footwear Product Creation organization. We build and deliver engaging learning experiences that fuel passion for creation and manufacturing expertise. Within our work, we strive to cultivate a dedication to innovation, team, and product excellence. In this role you will provide project coordination support to your programming and content creation teammates. You’ll be engaged in projects to elevate and improve our experiences and operational standard methodologies. In partnership with team leads you will support initiatives to improve accessibility, awareness, and delivery of our training content. You will also be involved in efforts to identify and use opportunities that will make direct and significant impact to elevate the technical footwear expertise within our organization.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Associate’s degree or 2-4 years orequivalent combination of education, experience and or training.

• Proficiency with MIRO and Air Table, whiteboarding and database tools.

• Adobe LMS and Articulate Rise360 experience is a plus.

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite programs. (InDesign, Illustrator, Premier)

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Strong project management skills, ability to prioritize, and deliver outcomes.

• Ability to manage and adapt to changing priorities quickly.

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to research and resolve problems and initiative to identify and address needs.

• Dynamic self-starter and strong results orientation.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

In your day-to-day work you will collaborate with your teammates and technical subject matter experts to support creation and facilitation of new and existing training programs and plans based on technical priorities and needs. You will play a supporting role in launching new technical training courses and experiences created by the team, including instructor-led classroom, eLearning, virtual, and immersion training. The goal is to aid our Footwear learners in acquiring knowledge, skills, and proficiencies in an effective and engaging manner that best supports organizational and business objectives.

• Help prepare, deliver, and assess class learning experiences.

• Support instructional exercises and activities in classes and programs.

• Support developing criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training and developing plans for the required updates.

• Responsible for taking action to update and improve content and experiences with oversight from team leads.

• Help develop and maintain supplemental learning tools and resources as needed (checklists, one-pagers, user guides, etc.) for targeted audiences that aid in the understanding of technical subjects.

• Manage and maintain project plans, related documentation, and program playbooks.

• Create instructions, schedules and develop dashboards that highlight critical programming landmarks for the team and partners.

• Document meeting decisions and next steps. Share the recaps with teammates and SMEs.

• Track project progression through to completion with on-time and continuous communication with project sponsors, teammates, and stakeholders.

• Support continuous development and execution of operational best practices.

• Research, evaluate and make recommendations of digital tools and platforms that will enhance, elevate, and modernize our training content and delivery methods.

• Manage inventory and supplies for classroom and program training needs.

• Ensure a diversity and inclusion lens across all learning content and approaches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Store level RSU driven assortment plans cross CFOP based on seasonal product strategy, Store profile, and growth expectations.
• Partner with cross functional team to ensure seasonal buy plan meeting merchandise financial plan; reflecting merchandise strategy; supporting seasonal marketing stories
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitive landscapes to identify assortment opportunities and risks.
• Plan cross season assortment/inventory flow (new launches, replenishment, exit strategies) to minimize markdowns and maximize full-price sell-through.
• Develop and standardize store level assortment planning tools, frameworks, and reporting metrics.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Business, finance or Data Analytics.
• 5+ years in merchandising, assortment planning, retail planning
• Experience in multi-channel retail (e-commerce, brick-and-mortar, wholesale).
• Strong business/ retail industry acumen (weeks of supply, sell-through analysis).
• Strong cross functional alignment and influencing skills
• Fluent in English & Mandarin (spoken & written)
• Advanced knowledge of MS office applications (Excel and PPT)

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

As the Manager, Marketplace Supply Chain for DSG, you will use your leadership skills, cross-functional business knowledge, and supply-chain expertise to deliver product on time to consumers, maximize supply chain efficiencies, and optimize order book productivity. You will work collaboratively across internal Nike and external Partner commercial and supply chain teams. You will manage a team of supply chain specialists and analysts.

The candidate will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience with an emphasis on marketplace supply chain, transportation and/or logistics

• Experience managing and coaching a team, with demonstrated interest in continuous learning and leadership development

• Ability to effectively communicate, manage difficult conversations with stakeholders, and influence decision making

• Experience, interest, and ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to senior business audiences

• Omni-channel supply chain experience preferred

• Understanding of Nike Sales and Order Management processes preferred

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You and your team will own end-to-end order management process for a portfolio of wholesale Partners for Nike, while simultaneously delivering against revenue, inventory and profitability targets for Nike and our Partners.

• You are responsible for coaching and developing a high-performing team

• You and your team are responsible for working with internal and external cross-functional partners to maintain a shippable orderbook, drive optimal delivery performance, provide delivery visibility, and problem-solve operational risks

• You will monitor day-to-day operations and key KPI's to manage risks and opportunities

• You will manage shipping and supply delivery execution in close collaboration with internal sales, finance, and logistics partners as well as external supply chain partners

• You will work across marketplace supply chain teams to streamline best practices

• You will build expertise in our Partner's supply chain networks and capabilities and develop strategies to streamline Nike and Partner supply chains.

and understands the role visual merchandising plays in developing and implementing the consumersupports defined strategy

This role is responsible for executing product merchandising capabilities within our retail concepts – delivering consumer first, industry leading experiences. You will focus on resetting foundational excellence in our existing stores, and support future renovations and fleet expansion. You will work cross-functionally to bring product stories to life and achieve scale in Nike owned doors.

You will understand the art and science of visual merchandising; obsessing the business, consumer insights and leveraging this knowledge to deliver engaging product journeys and storytelling in retail stores as directed.

You will partner with Geo and Territory visual merchandising teams to set VM strategies that deliver the vision for product presentation, communication and consumer experience in North America. You will also work closely with the Lead – VMS – Cross Concepts to execute the product storytelling vision and experiences in stores.

You will serve as a key functional partner in the execution of the NA retail elevation & expansion plans.

This role reports directly to the

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.

• 2+ years of direct experience in retail marketing, visual merchandising, product merchandising, or directly related experience.

• Possess a clear passion for the art and science of visual merchandising.

• Passionate about teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving.

• Ability to set presentation solutions for various retail environments that inspire the consumer, drive sales, and align with the Nike Brand voice.

• Knowledge of the current retail landscape and the latest trends and innovations for retail.

• A track record of implementing a test and learn offense.

• Experience supporting projects in collaboration with cross functional teams.

• There are two open positions for this role.

Information about benefits can be found .

Our first collection launches this Spring in the United States and will begin to expand to global markets in 2026.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

You will be guiding the creative through the design season while working with a team of designers, developers, product managers, and merchants to deliver creative in line with thedesign ethos. This opportunity will require strong collaborative skills to meet cost requirements, deadlines, all while taking your partners though the thinking behind your work.You'll also partner with category team members in design, development and merchandising to ensure feasibility of designs, meeting price point, merchandising needs and product creation timelines.

We’re currently looking for a Lead Apparel Designer to lead and develop seasonal design concepts for NikeSkims Apparel design at Nike is a diverse culture of creativity, collaboration and innovative thinking on all levels. This role requires strong passion and knowledge of apparel product creation and the ability to problem solve every step of the way, from concept to final design. This teammate embodies expert communication skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into focused design narratives as well as a passion and energy for sport culture and design.

• Bachelor's Degree in Apparel/Fashion Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in a design environment working with materials, trims, design and fit.
• Demonstrated passion and understanding of trend and visual culture.
• Knowledge of apparel product creation and finishes.
• Ability to apply and perform design skills such as: drawing/sketching, ideation, color theory, use of texture, spacing and scale, visual presentation development and layout.
• Expert communication and presentation skills using a variety of formats
• Ability to seek out opportunities to elevate apparel graphics though craft and construction.
• Proficient in Adobe CC and comfortable working within new digital spaces.
• Passion for discovering new talent and points of influence for a global brand.
• Highlight and elevate diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivity.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

This candidate will be our lead designer working on a variety of apparel products and collections while working with an amazing design team to create the future of NikeSKIMS apparel at Nike.

• You are a Culture-builder who prioritizes team, collaboration and relationships.
• You have a Passion for apparel design, understanding of collection-based design, can balance strong performance acumen as well as style and are a creative problem-solver.
• You are an Elite storyteller with a passion for narrative and improving product.
• You have Strong Focus, Excellent Time-Management and Prioritization Habits.
• You Ask Clarifying Questions and Adapt.
• You Know Why you’re coming to work at Nike.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

Additional Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• A minimum of 2 years directly relevant work experience
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and communication skills, with the ability to work in ambiguous, evolving environments.
• Hands-on ability (or willingness to learn) to operate footwear machinery; physical capability required.
• Proficient in tools like Airtable, Miro, and Microsoft programs; skilled in documentation and collaboration.
• Result-driven, open-minded, and enthusiastic team player who values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a key to success.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

As a Footwear Production Specialist II in the Bowerman Footwear Lab (BFL), you will support the Footwear Production team by guiding teammates, occasionally engaging in hands-on cobbling and prototype work, and driving efficiency in prototype projects through your footwear expertise. You’ll lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on process development and documentation, reporting to the Footwear Production Manager and collaborating closely with production technicians, entry-level professionals, and cross functional teams within and beyond the BFL, including Concept Engineering, Concept Creation, Product Engineering, Materials, BFL Production, and more.

• Bridge communication between Product Development and Team Manager to guide priorities and best practices.
• Advise the team on executing production samples using footwear knowledge and real-time analysis
• Translate broad requests into actionable tasks and ensure alignment with quality standards.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to implement checkpoints and reflect on project learnings.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts, including supply ordering, documentation, onboarding, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Support and help maintain systems for supply management and team operations
• Assist in teaching and supporting Bowerman Creative University (BCU) classes.
• Help train new team members and contribute to onboarding plans and documentation.