Sr. Product Test Analyst

Manager Notes:

• This position is onsite WHQ for the hybrid work schedule
• May be some travel to LA NikeHQ/Skims locations
• High possibility that this role will be open for FTE. Candidate would need to apply for the process if that were to happen.
• Experience in consumer testing is key but the manager is open to other industries that works in customer facing product testing (automotive food general product testing) Apparel testing will be a bonus but not required
• Strong understanding of Qualitative and Quantitative data analysis
• Strong communication skills as they will be collaborating with many Nike Stakeholders and Skims teams
• This note from the job description is very important to team: Ability to facilitate conversations around body perception comfort and wear experience of female athlete*
• This person will be working with model/general public testing of Nike Skims product. Need to be sensitive to the comfort of those individuals and provide a comfortable environment.
  
  The first spark of a product idea sets the Product team into motion. The team of developers testers engineers designers and managers obsess over our iconic silhouettes and create groundbreaking new styles. They collaborate ideate and refine products construction fit and materials. They maintain a keen understanding of consumer and market trends. They skillfully operate at the intersection of buyer needs technical feasibility and business objectives. And they work lockstep with Merchandising Design Manufacturing and others to produce the final result: products that reflect the soul of sport and inspire athletes to reach new levels of performance.

The SKIMS combines the best of both brands our legacy of innovation and athlete insights with SKIMS dedication to the female form and inclusive solutions for everybody. Were carving out a bold and unique position in the global fitness industry delivering innovation and style the industry hasnt seen before. Were excited to invite more women into sport and movement with products that make them feel strong and sexy. Our first collection launches this Spring in the United States and will begin to expand to global markets in 2026.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a thoughtful and detail-oriented individual to drive testing initiatives for the Skims intimate and body-conscious apparel in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. Given the close-to-body nature of SKIMS Underwear Loungewear and technical Shapewear and close interactions with the female Athlete* the ideal candidate needs to be a subject matter expert in consumer research product performance testing have experience managing body-conscious discussions proven influencing skills exceptional communication and organizational skills as well as the proven ability to take initiative in identifying areas of opportunities and implementing solutions in conjunction with the leadership team.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
You will become an integral part of the Apparel Product Testing Team and ensure strong cross-functional working comms testing plans and execution athlete led insights and data-driven decisions. You will partner with the cross functional Apparel teams collaborating with Design Product Merchandising Technical Development Materials Risk Engineering and Apparel Labs. Most importantly you will also work with female Athletes* to amplify their Voice in the pursuit of product excellence. You will do so by gaining a better understanding of their needs and capture their feedback ensuring the SKIMs Apparel and Accessories fit and perform to the highest standards.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
This individual will expertly analyze both quantitative and qualitative data while capturing product and athlete* feedback to be delivered through clear and informative written reports presented back to product creation and apparel leadership teams. This role will both execute all existing aspects of product testing as well as evolve testing practices to advance testing capabilities. This includes expertly planning and executing multi-part tests recruiting and building relationships with target athletes* and developing strategies for broader testing program. You will facilitate body-conscious product evaluations with a high level of discretion respect and inclusivity.

WHAT YOU BRING
You will provide thought leadership within the Apparel testing and product creation space. You will create and be responsible for evolving external relationships with athletes* testing methodologies and existing product scope.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education experience or training.
• 6 years experience in apparel creation product testing consumer research or apparel performance (preferably in intimate apparel or activewear can also include consumer products food automotive textiles)
• Advance understanding of fit fabric performance and wear testing methodologies.
• Strong communication skills including the ability to elicit information actively listen dialogue freely verbalize ideas optimally.
• Ability to facilitate conversations around body perception comfort and wear experience of female athlete*.
• Proven experience creating and maintaining ethical and professional standards in handling partially clothed testing environments ensuring all participants feel safe and respected.
• Competent in qualitative and quantitative test design data collection and analysis
• Ability to lead cross-functional workstreams
• Knowledge of psychometrics sensory-perception behavioral sciences or motor learning and control is a plus
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office (or equivalent) programs
• Experience with one or more: SPSS MESH01 Qualtrics SigmaPlot Airtable Smartsheets Dscout EyeQuestion
• Passion for sport is a plus
• Ability to work with athletes* in their environment