WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

As a member of the Marketing Procurement team, they will report directly to the Global Director, Creative & Production, Retail & Events. They will work closely with stakeholders and leaders across multiple business lines in support of sourcing needs across the assigned categories. This growth opportunity will also provide the Sourcing Analyst the chance to interact, present, and influence senior leadership to gain support for key initiatives and strategies. They will engage with existing and potential suppliers and drive partnerships at the executive level. They will collaborate with other Category Leads and Sourcing Managers and internal support partners to identify and execute on process improvements.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for problem-solving entrepreneurs to join the Marketing & Events Procurement team. We need adaptable doers who are great at engaging with stakeholders, super spend data gurus, flexible and fast multi-taskers, and who possess a true total cost of ownership philosophy.

We're looking for a Sourcing Analyst who will be a part of a dynamic, high performing team of sourcing professionals supporting Nike's strategic initiatives. They will be a trusted member of a global team tasked with building trusting and meaningful relationships with senior executives across multiple business and services as well as categories including but not limited to ATL/BTL Creative & Production Services, Public Relations/Communications, and Media Services.

The ideal candidate is data driven, has a collaborative personality and uses insights to answer questions and support sourcing objectives and activities. We need someone who will thrive working in a dynamic fast-paced environment. You are detailed oriented and can support the complete sourcing process with supplier negotiations, project coordination and critical thinking. The ideal candidate will bring experience in facilitating sourcing events, deep analytical skills with large data sets and strong written and verbal communication to internal and external Nike collaborators.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred educational discipline within Business, Finance or Procurement), or a combination of relevant education, experience and training
• 2+ years of Procurement experience and/or related experience that demonstrates a strong background/subject matter expertise. Ideally, work experience would pertain directly to one/some of the following sourcing categories: Creative & Production Services, Public Relations/Communications, Media Services, Retail / Store Design, and/or Facilities Services
• Global and Geo perspective and experience in sourcing and implementing procurement strategy, processes, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret large data sets
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications including advanced Excel and PowerPoint
• Perform deep market analytics and research to develop expertise across multiple categories
• Expert at time-management; ability to actively lead or support multiple projects at any time and self-prioritize daily work
• Passion for the NIKE brand

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

Nike Sourcing Analysts support the Marketing Procurement Category Leadership, Category Leads and Sourcing Managers throughout all phases of the sourcing life cycle. They will master, communicate, and implement Nike's 7-Step Strategic Sourcing Process, which will include spend analysis, requirements planning, risk management, market analysis, sourcing strategy development, competitive bidding (RFx), supplier negotiations, supplier selection, contracting, cost savings methodology, performance reporting, and proficiency with sourcing tools. You will work with the Category Leads and business stakeholders to build consensus and alignment on sourcing projects & outcomes. You will utilize procurement operational excellence within the category, which includes preferred purchasing/transaction methods, payment methodology and working capital principles.

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.

Benefits

Whether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.