Principal, Strategic Partnerships at Nike

WHO YOULL WORK WITHYoull be part of Nikes Advanced Innovation team reporting to the Sr. Director of Strategic Partnerships. This role collaborates across innovation strategy sourcing legal and external partners to design and execute partnership models that accelerate Nikes most forward-thinking initiatives.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORNike is seeking a dynamic leader with a passion for innovation and a proven ability to build strategic partnerships that drive transformative outcomes. The ideal candidate combines business acumen with creativity thrives in ambiguous environments and excels at influencing across a matrixed organization. They bring experience in business development operations finance and strategy and can move seamlessly from vision-setting to hands-on execution. Intellectual and emotional intelligence are key as is the ability to marshal resources align stakeholders and deliver results that matter.Key Qualifications:Located in Beaverton OR and able to travel up to 15%710 years of experience in strategic planning corporate development business development management consulting or related fieldsBachelors degree in Business Finance Strategy or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education experience and trainingExpertise in intellectual property transactions strongly preferredProven track record in partnership development and integrationWHAT YOULL WORK ONYoull lead Nikes partnership strategy for Advanced Innovation focusing on materials machinery and services that bring athlete dreams to life. Youll source evaluate and manage strategic relationships that unlock new opportunities for Nike and its partners.Core Responsibilities:Drive a partnership portfolio strategy in collaboration with Nike innovatorsSource and evaluate potential partners negotiate agreements and manage relationshipsAttend key strategy and portfolio reviews providing focus and clarity to innovation initiativesWork closely with legal and sourcing teams to ensure compliance and alignment with Nike standardsIdentify and vet partners that support Nikes Win Now strategy and long-term innovation goalsWe 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. Key Skills Business Development,Classroom Experience,Dayforce,Go,Cloud Computing,AWS,Teaching,Administrative Experience,Leadership Experience,negotiation,SAS,Data Analysis Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1