Nike

Lead Professional, Sports Marketing, Youth/Ground Running Field Rep

BEAVERTON, ORPosted 17 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Nike

  • Job overview

    The Lead Professional, Sports Marketing, Youth/Ground Running Field Rep at Nike focuses on managing and growing Nike's NIL athlete portfolio and building future global track and field stars.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves leading Nike's Elite Program, managing athlete recruitment and integration, maintaining relationships with athletes and industry partners, coordinating with internal teams, and overseeing product inventory and orders.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in the industry, strong running-related relationships, project management skills, excellent communication, and ability to manage budgets and diverse teams.

  • Company information

    Nike is a leading global sports brand focused on innovation and athlete performance, with a strong presence in running and track and field.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will work closely with VP Running, Athlete Directors, and integration teams, collaborating across North America and APLA regions.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based at Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon, with up to 25% domestic travel required.

  • Application process

    Nike offers accommodations for the interview process including assistive technologies and reasonable modifications for disabilities, with a Candidate Accommodation Request Form available.

  • Unique job features

    The role is distinguished by its focus on NIL athlete portfolio management, strategic growth of elite athlete programs, and collaboration across global brand and business teams.

Company overview

NIKE, Inc. is a global leader in the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories. The company generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales, wholesale distribution, and licensing agreements. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight, it officially became NIKE, Inc. in 1971. Known for its iconic "Swoosh" logo and innovative products, NIKE has a significant presence in sports and fashion industries, continually pushing the boundaries of performance and style.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your deep passion for running and experience managing athlete portfolios, especially within NIL and grassroots sports marketing, aligning closely with Nike's focus on future Global T&F stars.

  • Emphasize your proven ability to lead complex projects, manage high-profile relationships, and collaborate cross-functionally with brand and business partners, showcasing your communication skills and budget management expertise.

  • Apply through Nike's official careers page, LinkedIn, and other reputable job boards to maximize your application visibility for this specialized role.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Nike's Running division or sports marketing teams, initiating conversations by referencing recent Nike Running campaigns or expressing admiration for their work in athlete development and NIL strategy.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by embedding keywords such as 'NIL athlete portfolio,' 'athlete integration,' 'project management,' 'relationship management,' and tools like 'Keynote,' 'Excel,' and 'Air Table' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.

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