Senior Materials Designer, Flyknit

This role involves developing distinctive knit designs for new products, innovating within the brief and budget, and collaborate with the Upper Systems team, manufacturing partners and yarn vendors to ensure all new structures meet Nike standards and align with seasonal aesthetics and product performance.

• Develop distinctive knit designs for new products, innovating within the brief and budget.
• Collaborate with the Upper Systems team, manufacturing partners and yarn vendors to ensure all new structures meet Nike standards and align with seasonal aesthetics and product performance.
• Deliver clear and compelling material solutions for seasonal projects, consistent with creative direction and meeting the project brief.
• Oversee the material journey throughout the product lifecycle and explore expression through partnership with colour and graphic design teams.
• Prepare tech packs, material briefs and CADs that clearly convey the structures, yarn palette and product build, making adjustments at each sample stage to optimise, and uphold high standards for quality and craft.
• Keep the athlete and consumer voice at the centre of the work by considering feedback, wear tests and reviews to improve the product at each stage, focusing on comfort, fit and durability.
• Champion clarity in documentation, presentations and reporting to support informed decision-making, while following internal processes and sustainability goals.
• Travel regionally and internationally for consumer and athlete insights, as well as factory visits.
• Actively participate in the creative process, communicate design ideas effectively to diverse audiences using compelling tools, and foster strong cross-functional relationships.

• Bachelor's degree in design or a related field; any suitable combination of education, experience and training will be accepted.
• Creative experience across consumer, segment and dimensions.
• Digital design acumen, including knit-relevant programs and design-based software such as Creative Suite.
• Proven experience, strong problem-solving skills and creativity in the specialised flat-knit space.
• Ability to translate consumer insights into compelling knit concepts.
• Broad and specialised material expertise, with attention to detail while managing multiple projects.
• Positive, collaborative approach.
• Ability to approach projects with passion and influence through teamwork.
• Open-minded and receptive to candid feedback and diverse perspectives.
• Curious and adaptable to change.
• Ability to see potential in every design challenge.
• Ability to understand project briefs and budgets and innovate within parameters.
• Ability to deliver on timelines and deadlines with attention to detail and clear communication.

• Cobbling and prototyping skills, including knit concepts that go beyond a swatch and are mocked up on lasts or prototypes.
• 3D design program experience.
• Experience with presentation programs such as Keynote and PowerPoint.
• Ideally 5+ years of relevant design experience.