Director, Strategy, Running
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. Nike scores B on the Alion truth index.
Who are we looking for
We are looking for a Director who will work with executive leadership to develop and implement Nike Running’s global long-term strategy, identify and evaluate critical strategic priorities, and catalyze action against these priorities through business planning processes.
What you will work on
As the Running Strategic Planning Director you will be responsible for helping own the strategic planning process, author strategic plans, and serve as a critical thought partner to our senior/executive leaders to explore complex business issues. In addition, you will independently lead cross-functional teams and one direct report, and be aligned to the projects below:
- Build Integrated Growth Plans - Drive integrated actions to win with athletes* & drive profitable growth. Help leaders solve their most pressing strategic questions via long term growth plans. Complete rigorous strategic analysis and synthesize insights into compelling presentations for the Running organization.
- Develop Future Strategies - Create the path for future Nike. Develop frameworks, analysis, and critical thinking to drive Nike’s largest growth opportunities. Scope the work, define workstreams, and serve as overall project quarterback.
- Assess Impact - Diagnose results aligned to the plan & prioritize future actions. Support senior leader(s) to communicate strategies across the broader organization and develop important metrics to measure success.
What you bring to NIKE
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Applied Science, or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
- 9-10+ years of directly relevant work experience, including corporate or business-unit strategy, management consulting, corporate development, strategic planning, or experience in the retail or sport industry with a premier company
Preferred experience
- MBA or like graduate degree
- Strategy background inclusive of management consulting, investment banking or corporate strategy experience.
- Apparel/footwear, retail, merchandising, digital/ecommerce and/or experience in consumer facing industries and proven understanding of the competitive landscape / retail marketplace.
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