[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Nike jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nike/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Nike · Beaverton, Oregon # Senior Manager Apparel Technical Design, Local Creation Beaverton, Oregon Full-time Manager or lead Design Listed on Nike’s official careers site. Posted October 3, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Nike’s careers site →](https://nike.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/nke/job/Beaverton-Oregon/Senior-Manager-Apparel-Technical-Design--Local-Creation_R-92823) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Nike](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nike/) / Senior Manager Apparel Technical Design, Local Creation ## Job description WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH You will partner closely with Product Design, Graphic Design, Product Management, Wear Testing, Materials, Product Integrity, and other cross-functional teams throughout the apparel creation process to deliver innovative products that serve both athletes and everyday consumers. This role reports to the Director of Product Development, North America Local Creation Apparel. ### WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are seeking a seasoned Senior Manager, Apparel Technical Design to join the North America Local Creation Apparel team. This role combines people leadership with technical product creation ownership, requiring a leader who can both coach and contribute directly to the product development process. The ideal candidate is an experienced apparel technical design and development professional with a proven ability to lead teams, drive product excellence, and guide end-to-end apparel creation from concept through commercialization. They bring strong leadership capabilities, a collaborative mindset, positive influence, and a passion for developing talent while delivering best-in-class product. Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Pattern Making, Textile Science or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training A minimum of 10 years directly relevant work experience 3+ years of People Leadership experience. Deep knowledge of the apparel development process, including pattern making, grading, garment construction, costing, manufacturing, materials, print applications, embroidery techniques, and production machinery. Proven ability to serve as a technical expert while leading teams and driving initiatives through positive influence and strong leadership. Experience managing seasonal development calendars, team workload, sampling strategies, budgets, and risk mitigation for commercial product collections. Hands-on experience working with both domestic and international manufacturers and suppliers. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders, navigate ambiguity, and deliver results in a deadline-driven environment. Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with strong attention to detail and process discipline. Proven ability to lead, collaborate, and influence across functions and organizational levels. Experience developing, coaching, and managing teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and working knowledge of CLO, Browzwear, Lotta, or other 3D apparel development platforms. WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON As a Senior Manager, Apparel Technical Design, you will lead the execution of technical development strategies and partner cross-functionally to drive alignment on best practices, digital product creation, and process excellence. You will guide and mentor a team of Technical Designers, providing technical expertise, removing obstacles, and ensuring successful execution across the product creation process. You will oversee development calendars, manage critical milestones, and lead the resolution of changes, risks, and exceptions to keep projects on track. In addition to supporting your team, you will maintain ownership of a product workload, balancing short-term deliverables with long-term strategic priorities. A typical week includes leading team meetings, coaching and developing direct reports, collaborating with cross-functional partners, and providing clear communication through key development checkpoints. You will play a critical role in design reviews, prototype evaluations, fit sessions, and commercialization readiness, ensuring product quality, technical integrity, and executional excellence. This role requires a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, effectively manages competing priorities, resolves bottlenecks, and drives teams toward successful outcomes. As a people leader, you will foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, diversity, accountability, and continuous growth across the team and broader apparel organization. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 3, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 15 days - Location: Beaverton, Oregon - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Nike’s careers site →](https://nike.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/nke/job/Beaverton-Oregon/Senior-Manager-Apparel-Technical-Design--Local-Creation_R-92823) ## More jobs at Nike ### [Designer Color Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nike/jobs/254065aef4267d2f5327/) Beaverton, Oregon ### [Designer II, Basketball Branded & Signature Footwear & Apparel Graphic Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nike/jobs/c3a8eac7067ca3d11d62/) Beaverton, Oregon ### [Designer II, Core Studio Footwear Materials Design Expression](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nike/jobs/b6953f4dfe0a12c26f7e/) Beaverton, Oregon ### [Designer II, Energy Footwear Product Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nike/jobs/5e062ded000c605f862d/) Beaverton, Oregon ### [Designer II, Field Sports Apparel Graphic Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nike/jobs/0aa099839fbdeced844c/) Beaverton, Oregon ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Technical Design Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/184615b5530b0adbe415/) ABB · Remote, United States of America ### [Apparel/Clerk](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/c61d50888feb43784621/) Kroger · Anchorage, AK, United States ### [Apparel/Clerk](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/c9a88660a4d6e34dd740/) Kroger · Anna, TX, United States ### [Sr BP Space & Presentation - Apparel & Accessories](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/target/jobs/6ba4f908e1f9848f078e/) Target · Minneapolis, MN ### [Sr. Technical Designer - UGG Apparel](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deckers-outdoor/jobs/0bd979b448770a7b0cde/) Deckers Outdoor · Goleta, California OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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