Senior Director, Apparel Local Creation GC

About the role

Nike is looking for a Senior Director to lead its Apparel Local Creation organization across Greater China (GC). The role sits within the GC Local Creation function, which delivers consumer-right, locally relevant apparel for the GC marketplace, and reports directly to the VP, Local Creation GC. It leads a multi-disciplinary organization spanning Product Management, Technical Development, Sourcing and Costing, and works closely with Design, Sports, Merchandising, Planning, Finance, Brand, Marketplace and factory partners.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the GC Apparel Local Creation strategy in line with consumer, marketplace and business priorities.
• Lead and integrate Product Management, Technical Development, Sourcing and Costing teams.
• Manage a diverse product portfolio, balancing growth, profitability, speed and resource allocation.
• Work with cross-functional teams and factory partners to align strategy through execution.
• Build strong relationships with GC marketplace partners and use consumer and commercial insights in decisions.
• Create an environment where teams can navigate change, innovate and improve speed and ways of working.
• Coach leaders, plan succession and develop talent.

Required profile

• 10+ years of experience in apparel product creation, merchandising, product management, development or related fields.
• Proven success leading large-scale, matrixed organizations and managing leaders.
• Deep understanding of GC consumer insights, marketplace trends and competition.
• Ability to coach leaders and build inclusive, high-performing teams.
• Experience driving growth, profitability and operational excellence.
• Strong influence, communication and stakeholder alignment skills.