Senior Developer

Job description

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc.

Team

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, Inc.

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

The first spark of a product idea sets the NIKE, Inc.

Product team into motion.

The team of developers, testers, engineers, designers and managers obsess over Nike’s iconic silhouettes and create groundbreaking new styles.

They collaborate, ideate and refine products’ construction, fit and materials.

They maintain a keen understanding of consumer and market trends.

They skillfully operate at the intersection of buyer needs, technical feasibility and business objectives.

And they work lockstep with Merchandising, Design, Manufacturing and others to produce the final result: products that reflect the soul of sport and inspire athletes to reach new levels of performance.

NIKE, Inc.

does more than outfit the world's best athletes.

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 ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for detail oriented multi-tasker with strong communication skills and a knowledge of color application on textiles.

You will be an important member of our color / material development team who analyze color developments and ensure that accuracy of color requirements and documentation are met and completed for on-time commercialization.

You will possess knowledge of apparel industry color methods and standards.

You have a passionate drive to improve system and process, to collaborate with others and positively impact the teams you work with.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

Being part of Nike GD&M, we inspire the world's greatest athletes, and catalysts to be their best by outfitting them with our best innovation and storytelling.

It's a place to explore potential, push out the edges of what can be.

We're looking for people who can grow, think, dream and create - by simplify and elevate apparel product development operational process as one global apparel team.

As a PCC Senior Color Developer, you will be the main point of contact partnering with Cross functional teams to execute color direction.

You will use your color knowledge and collaboration skills to help execute color palettes and be responsible for on-time buy ready commercialization.

You will help lead and implement the design and development of tools and processes to support color / material execution for Nike Apparel.

You will facilitate and track lab dips for seasonal initiatives and identify and address key issues and challenges in color development.

You will ensure on time development according to critical dates and gates.

In this role you will have the opportunity to interact with business teams involved in design, materials, product merchandising, product creation, material manufacturing and product integrity.

As a part of the development team, supporting product development is 1 of our duties.You will

also coordinates the product creation process from initial concept to commercialization

and production for assigned models.Collaborates with Design, Brand and Category Management as well as Merchandising, and Manufacturing to effectively execute product development goals and deliverables.

The Senior Color Developer keeps abreast of market trends, team goals, new technology and consumer needs throughout the development process.

Engages appropriately to ensure projects are completed within corporate guidelines and goals for all facets of product creation.

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

You will report into the Product Creation Team (PCC) and support your development partners in color / material developments.

You are a critical team member of the color / material development community and sought out as the expert resource.

You will work in partnership with Product Merchandising, Technical Development, Design, Global Apparel Materials Team, Materials Integrity, Product Integrity, and PCC members.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING?

• Bachelor's degree in Apparel, Textiles, Chemistry, or a related field (5 additional years experience in lieu of a degree)

• Minimum 5 years relevant work experience, Trims, Material, Color, Product Development and lab dip approval experience will be an advantage

• Strong written and oral communication skills including meeting facilitation and presentations

• Ability to pass the Munsell Hue color test to determine visual color acuity

• Understanding of the application of color on materials

• Knowledge of apparel and material construction, including garment construction

• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills

• Strong information seeking-skills and a drive to make things happen

• Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group

• Ability to network and utilize internal and external resources

• Self-starter attitude and the ability to be a team player within a fast-paced team

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and Product Data Management systems

• Experience with Smartsheets a plus

• 5-10% travel required

• Knowledge of heather materials and techniques

• Knowledge of product creation process and the apparel business

• Ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives

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 committed to employing a diverse workforce.

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.

Required Skill Profession

Business Operations Specialists