Principal, Enterprise Performance Management

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

NIKE is a technology company. From our flagship website and five-star mobile apps to developing products, managing big data and providing leading edge engineering and systems support, our teams at NIKE Global Technology exist to revolutionize the future at the confluence of tech and sport. We invest and develop advances in technology and employ the most creative people in the world, and then give them the support to constantly innovate, iterate and serve consumers more directly and personally.  Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary and collaborative, taking technology into the future and bringing the world with it.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

You will report to the Director, EPM Business Product Owner within the FP&A Transformation portfolio. You will work with a cross-functional EPM team including teammates from Technology, Financial Business Intelligence, Enterprise Data & Analytics, and Strategic Enterprise Capabilities. Additionally, you will directly engage stakeholders and end users across the Global and Geo FP&A function.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for an individual with a proven track record of delivering a large-scale technology implementation. Specifics include:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems or an equivalent combination of education, experience or training. An MBA or relevant certifications preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience in Financial Planning, Enterprise Performance Management or related roles
• Proficiency with Financial Systems (business or technical)
• Proven experience collaborating with technical teams to deliver enterprise-level systems
• Demonstrated experience in project management and/or technology deployment projects, including platforms such as Anaplan, SAP, IBM, Oracle or OneStream
• Preferred expertise in implementing and optimizing Anaplan solutions including Anaplan Model Building and integration, with a solid understanding of Agile Project Management Principles
• Strong leadership ability with a deep understanding and application of managerial concepts and techniques in project/change management, idea creation, and cross-team effectiveness
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal abilities; proven capability to effectively communicate status, issues/risks, and opportunities

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

1. Partnering with Technology Teams

• Collaborate with IT to establish the technical framework, integration points, and implementation strategy for Anaplan.
• Act as the primary business lead, translating financial requirements into Anaplan functionality.
• Ensure seamless integration of Anaplan with enterprise systems, such as ERP and CRM platforms.

2. Leading Anaplan Implementation

• Direct the development of models for budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis, and reporting.
• Participate in all phases of the implementation lifecycle, including requirements, design, build, testing, and deployment.
• Incorporate best practices to ensure the efficiency and scalability of the Anaplan solution.

3. Enhancing Financial Processes

• Work with finance and operations teams to identify and resolve inefficiencies using Anaplan.
• Ensure financial processes are aligned with organizational objectives and industry benchmarks.
• Deliver advanced reporting tools, including real-time dashboards and insights.

4. Project Management and Oversight

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver Anaplan solutions on schedule and within scope.
• Establish governance to maintain model integrity, data reliability, and system performance.
• Proactively manage project risks while ensuring regulatory compliance.

5. Driving Change and User Adoption

• Support change initiatives to encourage organization-wide adoption of Anaplan.
• Support Design and deliver training for end-users, ensuring smooth integration of financial processes.
• Provide ongoing support and act as a subject matter expert.
• Day-to-day activities. Strive for examples they may not have expected at first glance and don’t be afraid to lean into the challenges; we want to capture the interest of candidates that are excited by the realities of the role.
• Speak to the candidate directly, using “You” language. It is more effective. Instead of saying, the ideal candidate thrives, say “you get to work in a fast pace, multi-functional environment.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. 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.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.