Senior Director of Sustainability

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.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

The Senior Director of Sustainability Reporting, Disclosure and Compliance will report directly to the Chief Sustainability Officer and is responsible for leading NIKE’s Sustainability mandatory and voluntary reporting and disclosure strategy and compliance efforts to drive sustainability, transparency and ethical governance. This role involves aligning efforts with overall NIKE strategy, ensuring regulatory and reporting compliance, driving disclosure best practices, and fostering transparency, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. The Senior Director will also act as the principal advisor on these matters to the senior leadership team, as well as engaging with external stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• This critical leader will be responsible for:
• Strategic thinking and leadership
• Stakeholder management and collaboration
• Sustainability expertise
• Data-driven decision-making
• Risk management
• Ethical decision-making
• Communication and advocacy

The candidate will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience or training
• Master’s degree preferred
• A minimum of 10 years directly relevant work experience
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of sustainability frameworks, regulatory requirements, and global sustainability trends.
• Proven track record in driving sustainability initiatives that align with corporate strategy and result in measurable impacts.
• Experience with sustainability reporting standards (e.g., GRI,) and non-financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience using data to inform decision-making.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

• Sustainability Reporting, Disclosure and Compliance Strategy Development:
• Lead the creation and implementation of a comprehensive strategy that supports NIKE’s long-term growth and sustainability goals.
• Align sustainability objectives with business strategies, considering environmental impact, social responsibility, and governance practices.
• Benchmark and adopt industry best practices and frameworks for sustainability reporting.
• Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement:
• Act as the primary advocate for within NIKE, promoting Sustainability principles at all levels.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including legal, controlling, Insights & data analytics, technology, and communications to integrate sustainability goals across departments.
• Engage with regulators and other stakeholders to communicate sustainability performance and progress.

Governance and Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to international, national, and local sustainability regulations and reporting standards, such as CSRD.
• Provide regular updates to the executive team on sustainability trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Reporting, Disclosure and Compliance:
• In partnership with various, lead the development of robust sustainability reporting processes, ensuring the timely and accurate collection, measurement, and disclosure of key sustainability metrics in line with regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations.
• Manage sustainability disclosures across multiple channels, including annual reports and product disclosures.
• Work closely with finance, and legal teams to ensure reporting accuracy, regulatory compliance, and readiness for assurance.
• Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes, including sustainability disclosure and compliance requirements, and lead any necessary adaptations to NIKE’s reporting practices.
• Implement systems for transparent reporting and ensure alignment with stakeholders’ expectations.

Risk Management:

Identify and mitigate sustainability-related risks, including reputational, operational, and financial risks associated with non-compliance.

Collaborate with risk management teams to integrate sustainability risks into the enterprise risk management framework.

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 an equal opportunity employer. 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.

Information

• Location: Beaverton, United States

Industry experience

Education: Masters

Seniority: Manager, Director, Professor

Years of experience: 10 to 20 years

Taxonomy

• Emergency Response
• Communication & Media
• Water Management & Security
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Compliance
• Sustainable Development
• Sustainable Economy
• Sustainability
• Sustainable Sanitation
• Sustainable Desalination
• Reporting
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Sustainable Development Goals
• Community Network