http://www.nike.com/nikebiz/nikebiz.jhtml?page=32 <b>Main tasks</b> <ul> </ul> <p><b>Mission</b></p><p> </p><p>Provides project and process management for converting a project brief and a two-dimensional design rendering into a three-dimensional sample that meets the needs of the team and the consumer and that can be successfully and profitably commercialized and produced.</p><p> </p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><p> </p><ul><li>Coordinates the product creation process from initial concept through to commercialization and production for assigned models to lead to on time delivery and development according to critical dates, product specification, sustainability, performance, and profitability goals.</li><li>Collaborates with Design, Brand and Category Management, Merchandising, and Manufacturing, to effectively execute on product development goals and deliverables.</li><li>Creates and revises Bill of Materials for assigned products; ensures all appropriate development documentation is maintained including product specs and prototype notes.</li><li>Tracks and facilitates sampling and prototyping for products; identifies and addresses key issues and challenges in construction/manufacturing and plans accordingly to deliver proven and tested product. Monitors and communicates progress and challenges throughout the product testing process to meet product integrity requirements.</li><li>Keeps abreast of market trends, category goals, new technology and consumer needs throughout the development process and engages appropriately to ensure projects are completed within corporate guidelines and goals for all facets of product creation.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><p> </p><p>Bachelors Degree and minimum of 2 years directly relevant work experience</p><p>One of the following alternatives may be accepted: PhD or Law + 1 yr; Masters + 0-3 yrs; Associates degree + 1-3 yrs; High School + 3-5 yrs</p><p> </p><p>Understanding of project management and problem solving concepts and application. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with an ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives. Basic knowledge of textile manufacturing, and garment fit. Ability to read product specs and understand relationships. Understanding of the product creation process.</p><p> </p><p>Travel 10%</p><p> </p> http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike_emea/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&requestno=RQ00041566