Lead Data Analyst – World Cup Reporting Initiative
Nike · Beaverton, OR
- On site
- Contract
- $150,000 / year
- Beaverton, OR
Job highlights
- Lead World Cup reporting initiative data.
- Design data workflows and build dashboards.
- Support product engineering and supply chain.
- Collaborate with stakeholders on requirements.
- Drive strategic decisions with data insights.
About the role
Lead Data Analyst – World Cup Reporting Initiative
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, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
About Nike
At Nike, we serve athletes and teams around the world by delivering innovative products and data-driven insights. We’re looking for a Lead Data Analyst to drive a high-impact, end-to-end reporting initiative for the upcoming Men’s and Women’s World Cup. This is a unique opportunity to shape how data informs decision-making for one of the most visible sporting events on the planet.
About The Role
This role is ideal for a highly technical, self-motivated analyst with a passion for storytelling through data. You’ll work closely with product engineering and manufacturing stakeholders to design and implement scalable data workflows, build intuitive dashboards, and ensure timely access to metrics that drive strategic decisions. You’ll be responsible for the full lifecycle of data reporting — from ingestion and enrichment to visualization and stakeholder engagement — with a focus on supporting Nike’s product engineering teams and supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of end-to-end reporting solutions for the Men’s & Women’s World Cup initiative
- Design and implement data ingestion processes, including user-managed files (e.g., Excel)
- Enrich raw data by applying business logic and transformation rules
- Build and maintain ETL pipelines to support reporting and analytics needs
- Collaborate with material supply engineering teams to gather and refine business requirements
- Develop front-end dashboards using tools like Power BI or Tableau
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for executive stakeholders
- Ensure data availability and accessibility for cross-functional teams
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years of experience in data analytics or data engineering
- Proficiency in SQL and Python
- Hands-on experience with Power BI or Tableau
- Familiarity with Data Lakehouse platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake)
- Experience in manufacturing or supply chain environments
- Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to work independently and drive projects forward
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for data workflows
- Background in sports analytics or event-based reporting
- Experience working in global, cross-functional teams
- AI/ BI skills (cursor or databricks)
What We’re Looking For
- Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
- Collaborative and proactive approach to stakeholder engagement
- Passion for data storytelling and driving business impact
Why Join Us?
- Influence high-visibility initiatives with global impact
- Collaborate with senior leadership and diverse teams
- Opportunity to grow into a strategic data leadership role
- Be part of a team that shapes the future of sports and innovation
Key skills/competency
- Data Analysis
- Data Engineering
- SQL
- Python
- Power BI
- Tableau
- ETL Pipelines
- Data Visualization
- Stakeholder Management
- Agile Methodologies
Skills & topics
- Lead Data Analyst
- Data Analytics
- Data Engineering
- SQL
- Python
- Power BI
- Tableau
- ETL
- Data Visualization
- Stakeholder Management
- Agile
- Manufacturing
- Supply Chain
- Sports Analytics
- Event Reporting
- Nike
- World Cup
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years in data analytics, SQL, Python, and Power BI/Tableau expertise.
- Showcase relevant experience: Emphasize manufacturing, supply chain, or sports analytics background.
- Demonstrate leadership: Detail your experience leading projects and managing stakeholders.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your problem-solving approach and data storytelling skills.
- Understand Nike's culture: Research Nike's values and how your skills align with their mission.
Technical preparation
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities for the Lead Data Analyst at Nike for the World Cup initiative?
- The Lead Data Analyst will be responsible for the end-to-end data reporting lifecycle for the World Cup initiative. This includes designing and implementing data ingestion, enriching data, building ETL pipelines, creating visualizations in Power BI or Tableau, and translating complex data into actionable insights for executive stakeholders. You will collaborate closely with product engineering and supply chain teams.
- What technical skills are essential for the Lead Data Analyst role at Nike?
- Essential technical skills include a minimum of 8 years of experience in data analytics or engineering, proficiency in SQL and Python, and hands-on experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau. Familiarity with Data Lakehouse platforms such as Databricks or Snowflake is also required.
- Is this a remote or hybrid position for the Lead Data Analyst at Nike?
- This is a hybrid position. Employees are expected to work onsite Monday through Thursday, with flexibility on Fridays. The role is based in Beaverton, OR.
- What kind of experience is preferred for the Lead Data Analyst at Nike's World Cup initiative?
- Preferred qualifications include experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for data workflows, background in sports analytics or event-based reporting, and experience working in global, cross-functional teams. AI/BI skills with tools like Cursor or Databricks are also a plus.
- How does Nike's Lead Data Analyst role contribute to the company's goals?
- This role directly contributes to Nike's mission of serving athletes by providing data-driven insights for one of the world's most prominent sporting events. By shaping how data informs decision-making, you will influence high-visibility initiatives with global impact and help drive innovation in sports.
- What is the duration of the contract for the Lead Data Analyst position at Nike?
- This is a contract position with a duration of 13 months.