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Lead, Energy Pre-Order Program Manager

Nike, Beaverton, OR, United States


Who You’ll Work With

You will work across

Global and Geo Sport teams , Technology, Launch, Physical Operations, Supply Chain, Legal, Consumer Care, and external partners to deliver Nike’s

Pre‑Order offense . This role operates at the intersection of

strategy and execution , ensuring Pre‑Order launches are ready, aligned, and delivered with excellence.
You will collaborate closely with senior business leaders and cross‑functional partners to ensure Pre‑Order is integrated into Nike’s broader operating model and commercial offense.
Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for a

strategic program leader and systems thinker

who thrives in complexity and ambiguity. This individual brings strong cross‑functional leadership, operational rigor, and the ability to translate strategy into executable plans.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable driving alignment across multiple teams without direct authority.
Key Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
6+ years of experience in program management, operations, launch readiness, or cross‑functional leadership roles
Proven experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives from concept through execution
Strong understanding of end‑to‑end commerce, supply chain, or launch operations
Demonstrated ability to manage dependencies, risks, and milestones across global teams
Exceptional communication skills and experience influencing senior stakeholders
What You’ll Work On

As

Pre‑Order Program Manager , you will drive and manage Nike’s Pre‑Order program end‑to‑end. Your responsibilities will include:
Program Ownership & Strategy

Serve as the central program lead for Pre‑Order, responsible for driving end‑to‑end readiness and coordinated execution across Nike’s offense
Integrate Pre‑Order into

Nike CODE , ensuring alignment with enterprise planning, governance, and operating rhythms
Define and evolve the Pre‑Order operating model to support scale, speed, and reduced risk
Launch Readiness & Execution

Lead

Global and Geo Sport teams

through Launch Readiness (Run of Show), owning milestones, dependencies, and execution timelines
Drive alignment across Brand, Tech, Launch, Operations, Legal, and Supply Chain to ensure launches are fully ready before go‑live
Identify risks early and drive mitigation plans to protect launch timelines and consumer experience
End‑to‑End Offense Enablement

Ensure Nike’s

complete E2E offense

for Pre‑Order is operating effectively and efficiently, from demand creation through fulfillment and post‑purchase support
Partner with Technology and Operations teams to ensure systems, tools, and processes are launch‑ready and scalable
Maintain clarity around policies, consumer expectations, and operational guardrails
Cross‑Functional Leadership

Act as the central connector across functions, enabling fast decision‑making and clear accountability
Facilitate operating forums, workshops, and executive readouts to maintain alignment and momentum
Translate complex inputs into clear plans and actions for diverse stakeholders
Continuous Improvement & Scale

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce friction, and strengthen collaboration across teams
Build repeatable processes and documentation that enable Pre‑Order to scale without added complexity
Partner with teams to evolve the program over time as platforms, systems, and consumer needs change
Why You’ll Love It Here

You’ll help build and scale a

core Nike capability , not just run projects
You’ll operate with high visibility and impact across multiple teams and leaders
You’ll shape how Nike delivers high‑demand, limited‑availability products to consumers globally
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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