Basketball FW Product Testing Analyst II Shanghai

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a curious active learner who is an excellent communicator and has a passion for creating world class footwear to help Athletes* perform their best to join our team as a Footwear Product Testing Analyst II based at Nikes Shanghai headquarters. This role ensures that Nike footwear fits and performs up to the highest standards. The candidate will need strong interpersonal skills focused on developing Athlete* tester relationships. Exceptional planning skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects are a must. Candidates will be expected to analyze data identify trends and opportunities as well as present feedback to a cross functional team in the pursuit of product excellence.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

In this role youll be managing all aspects of the testing process; including planning recruiting testers conducting tests analyzing data report writing and program management. Youll use your understanding of footwears manufacturing processes combined with your understanding of the Athlete* to offer suggestions to the product team regarding material component and construction options to meet the products performance goals. Youll specify the performance issues that need attention prior to product going to production. You will be working with one of the following product types; Lifestyle Basketball Kids. A typical day is a combination of communicating with Athlete* testers attending meetings with your cross functional partners and managing prototype samples. You will be conducting testing in person with Athletes*. Because we interact where Athletes* live work and play at times you will be working outside of traditional working hours.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

Youll be the testing point person in Shanghai for prioritized footwear projects and working with Nike Footwear product creation teams to test new innovative footwear. Youll also work with Athletes* to gain a better understanding of their needs and to capture their feedback. You will partner daily with cross functional teammates in Development Engineering Marketing and Design. You will attend virtual meetings with your Nike WHQ (Beaverton OR) teammates when able to. You will report to the Shanghai based Footwear Product Testing Director and you will be a part of a Global community of Footwear Product Testing Analysts.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelors degree preferred or minimum 2 additional years relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.

• 2 years experience in a professional working environment. Experience in the footwear product testing development marketing engineering retail Athletic or customer service industry is preferred.

• Understanding of footwear components materials and inline productions processes is a definite plus.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience working with athletes coaches and equipment managers.

• Experience with Microsoft Office programs and familiarity with spreadsheet database and statistical analysis procedures.

• Able to physically lift and carry items weighing 20 pounds.

• Passion for sport is a plus.

• Ability to travel up to 50% per year local in Shanghai as well as across GC with potential of International travel.