Principal, Strategic Partnerships at Nike

The Principal, Strategic Partnerships role at Nike sits within the Advanced Innovation team and reports to the Sr. Director of Strategic Partnerships. This position is crucial for accelerating Nike's most forward-thinking initiatives by designing and executing effective partnership models. The role requires close collaboration across various internal departments, including innovation, strategy, sourcing, and legal, as well as with external partners. This role demands a dynamic leader with a strong passion for innovation and a proven ability to forge strategic alliances that yield transformative results. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of business acumen and creativity, thrive in environments with ambiguity, and excel at influencing stakeholders within a matrixed organization. Experience in business development, operations, finance, and strategy is essential, with the ability to transition seamlessly from high-level vision to hands-on execution. Key attributes include strong intellectual and emotional intelligence, with a capacity to mobilize resources, align diverse stakeholders, and drive impactful outcomes.