Senior Manager, Technical Designer, Global Apparel at Nike in Beaverton, Oregon

About Nike

Nike is the world's leading sports brand, empowering athletes and everyday consumers through innovative apparel, footwear, and equipment. Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Nike drives performance and style across global markets. As a Senior Manager, Technical Designer in Global Apparel, you'll contribute to bodywear that redefines athletic comfort and functionality for sports like training and running. Nike's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and athlete-centric design makes it the premier destination for apparel professionals seeking impact.

Role Overview

The Senior Manager, Technical Designer, Global Apparel role at Nike's Bodywear Centre of Excellence is a leadership position blending hands-on technical expertise with team management. Reporting to the Technical Design Director, you'll own high-profile products while coaching a team of designers. Collaborate with Product Design, Graphic Design, Product Management, Product Creation Centres in Asia, Wear Testing, Materials, and Product Integrity to deliver best-in-class stretch-to-fit apparel like leggings, bras, tops, and base layers. This full-time role demands 10% travel and thrives on deadline-driven innovation in Beaverton, Oregon.

Key Responsibilities

In this dynamic position, you'll guide the apparel creation process from concept to commercialization, ensuring superior craft, fit, and function.

• Lead specialized Technical Designers on seasonal novelty bodywear for women’s and men’s across training, running, and more.
• Obsess over pattern and grade, partnering with cross-functional teams to meet product briefs.
• Flex across organizational dynamics, communicating unique bodywear needs to diverse partners.
• Problem-solve development challenges in materials, construction, fit, and pivoting to business shifts.
• Consult with Nike Sports Research Lab, wear testing, and standards teams for excellence.
• Develop your team through mentoring in pattern/grade, business acumen, and soft skills.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks proven leaders with deep apparel expertise. Key qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Pattern Making, Textile Science, or equivalent education/experience.
• 10+ years in apparel development, spanning inception to production, including pattern making, grading, construction, costing, manufacturing, prints, embroidery, materials, and machinery.
• Extensive experience creating grades, reviewing nests, correcting stretch-to-fit patterns, and construction for stretch fabrics/performance garments.
• Strong leadership to manage teams and initiatives with high energy and positive influence.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and detail-oriented process skills.
• Proven cross-organizational influence; team management experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, and 3D tools like CLO, Browzwear, or Lotta.
• 10% travel readiness (domestic/international).

Benefits & Perks

Nike offers a premium compensation package tailored for top talent in Beaverton, Oregon:

• Estimated salary range of $160,000 - $220,000 USD annually, based on Retail/Tech sector benchmarks with buffer.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support.
• Generous PTO, parental leave, and flexible work options.
• Employee product discounts and exclusive Nike experiences.
• State-of-the-art campus with fitness centers, dining, and wellness programs.
• Retirement savings with company match and financial planning resources.

Career Growth

At Nike, this Senior Manager role is a launchpad for executive leadership in global apparel. Benefit from world-class training, mentorship from industry pioneers, and exposure to high-stakes projects. Nike's culture fosters internal mobility, with pathways to Director-level roles, innovation labs, and international assignments. Develop as a player-coach, honing technical mastery alongside strategic influence in a collaborative environment.

Why Join Us

Join Nike to shape the future of athletic bodywear, impacting millions of athletes worldwide. Work in Beaverton’s innovative hub alongside elite teams, leveraging cutting-edge tools and global partnerships. Nike values diversity, inclusion, and accommodations throughout hiring, including screen readers and interpreters. Embrace a positive, team-oriented culture driving product excellence for consumers and pros alike.

Role FAQs

What experience is required?

10+ years in apparel development, with strong emphasis on stretch fabrics, grading, and leadership.

Is travel involved?

Yes, approximately 10% domestic and international.

What software skills are needed?

MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, and 3D apparel software like CLO or Browzwear.

How does Nike support accommodations?

Complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form for assistance.

What's the team focus?

Women’s and Men’s Bodywear across sports like training and running.