About Nike

Nike is the world's leading sports brand, empowering athletes and innovators to push boundaries in sport and life. With a legacy of innovation, Nike drives performance through cutting-edge products, digital experiences, and data-driven strategies. In China, Nike's operations are at the forefront of retail excellence, marketplace growth, and consumer engagement, making it an exciting hub for analytics professionals.

Role Overview

As the Lead, Nike Sales Analytics GC in Shanghai, China Mainland, you will spearhead data-driven decision-making for Nike's sales operations. This leadership role combines advanced analytics, business acumen, and cross-functional collaboration to unlock insights that shape Nike's retail and marketplace strategies. Reporting to senior sales leadership, you will guide a team in transforming complex data into actionable business outcomes, identifying opportunities, and mitigating risks in a fast-paced environment.

Key Impact Areas

Your work will directly influence Nike's Greater China sales performance, from optimizing business processes to supporting strategic decisions across retail excellence, operations, and marketing.

Key Responsibilities

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Define and develop data-driven methodologies and solutions to streamline business and data processes, pinpoint key factors, generate insights, and resolve complex problems.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams—including partner management, marketplace, operations, concept development, retail excellence, and retail marketing—to build trusted partnerships and evolve business strategies through compelling data insights.
• Track and identify potential opportunities and risks across daily business scenarios, creating robust validation points for strategic options using scientific approaches.
• Take ownership of team dynamics, fostering a high-performance culture and driving talent career development.
• Support stakeholders in making critical business decisions with clear, impactful analytics.

Qualifications & Requirements

To excel as Nike's Lead, Nike Sales Analytics GC, you bring:

• 6-10 years of extensive experience in data science, with at least 2 years in Consulting or Consumer Goods industries as a strong plus.
• A deep interest in business operations and recap analysis, paired with exceptional capabilities to resolve business questions using analytics skills and numeric acumen.
• Impeccable business judgment, a natural inclination to formulate hypotheses, design pilots, and apply problem-solving techniques to evaluate solutions.
• Proven strengths in cross-functional collaboration, with demonstrated expertise in driving complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, and facilitating ideation, scoping, and planning sessions.
• Strong sense of ownership and an action-oriented mindset, enabling you to quickly grasp context, frame problems, and execute plans amid ambiguity.
• Genuine passion for sports and the sports industry.

Technical & Soft Skills

Proficiency in data tools, statistical modeling, and visualization is essential, alongside elite communication and leadership skills to influence at all levels.

Benefits & Perks

Nike offers a premium compensation package tailored for top talent in Shanghai:

• Competitive base salary estimated at CNY 650,000 - 950,000 annually, with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance, wellness programs, and family benefits.
• Employee discounts on Nike products and exclusive sports event access.
• Flexible work arrangements and modern office in vibrant Shanghai.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and sabbatical opportunities.

Career Growth

At Nike, your career trajectory is limitless. As a Lead in Sales Analytics, you'll gain exposure to executive leadership, global projects, and advanced analytics initiatives. Nike invests in your growth through leadership training, mentorship, and rotations across functions. Many leaders started in analytics roles and advanced to VP levels, leveraging Nike's culture of innovation and athletic mindset.

Development Opportunities

Access Nike University courses, certifications in AI/ML, and international assignments to accelerate your path to senior leadership.

Why Join Us

Join Nike in Shanghai to blend your analytics expertise with a passion for sports. Be part of a team revolutionizing retail through data, in China's dynamic market. Nike's inclusive culture values diverse perspectives, fostering innovation where your insights drive real-world impact—from store performance to digital marketplaces. Embrace ambiguity, lead with data, and contribute to a brand that inspires billions.

Role FAQs

What is the experience level required?

6-10 years in data science, ideally with consumer goods exposure.

Is relocation support provided?

Nike offers competitive relocation packages for qualifying candidates.

What tools does the team use?

Advanced analytics platforms, SQL, Python/R, Tableau/Power BI, and cloud-based data solutions.

How does this role support Nike's mission?

By delivering sales insights that enhance athlete experiences worldwide.

Application Process?

Submit your resume via Nike's careers portal; selected candidates proceed to interviews with analytics case studies.