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, Inc.’s storytellers, Marketing and Communication sets the brand tone. A creative force of specialists tell Nike’s stories of innovation and sport through advertising, brand strategy, digital engagement and product presentation. Using channels ranging from retail stores to social media, Marketing & Communication teams connect the science and art of Nike innovations to the hearts and minds of athletes around the world.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a curious, driven and hard-working Specialist who loves retail, and who has a strong understanding the role visual merchandising plays in delivering the ultimate consumer experience at retail. You need to be able to communicate & collaborate seamlessly across teams. You are results & solution oriented. You will work across multiple functions and levels within the organization which will require you to be a creative thought partner.

Who you will work with

This role plays an integral part of Nike Stores Consumer Direct Marketing and is directly responsible for delivering seasonal Visual Merchandising tools and direction that set the expected brand standards and enables flawless execution specific to North America. A typical week consists of regular cross-functional meetings related to the seasonal VMS planning, execution and next steps with key partners. In this role you will partner with Territory and City VMS teams to understand their needs, to refine the work as needed to make continual improvements. Additionally, you will partner closely with a cross-functional team of brand and business partners to enable an accelerated growth plan for Nike Stores.

What your responsibilities will be

• Compile & support creation of seasonal product presentation plans and briefs against brand defining, category defining and business driving product stories.
• Execute against geo seasonal tools and deliverables (seasonal plans and directives, retail lab execution, mood board support and organization, mannequin styling).
• Support the seasonal Retail Lab buildout and ensures work delivers against aligned priorities and Concept.
• Serve as contact support for geography team providing guidance and tools in a timely manner and gathering, reviewing, and collating seasonal territory & city plans.
• Owner of seasonal recaps inclusive of findings and opportunities. Deliver best practices and standards.
• Owner of seasonal tool location support for geo partners. Anticipates and responds to issues quickly.
• Support stores product presentation team throughout the functional gameplan process to help deliver seasonal tools.
• Proactively partner to capture & apply consumer first, data driven retail insights.

What you bring to Nike

• Possess a clear understanding of the art and science of visual merchandising & styling.
• Problem solver, connector, trainer with a passion for team.
• Visual background with previous experience in a vertical retail environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Design or related field or extensive experience in Visual Merchandising in lieu of a degree.
• Typically requires 4+ years of experience in retail marketing, visual merchandising, product merchandising or directly related experience.
• Demonstrated experience creating engaging and inspiring in-store displays. Footwear & apparel experience is preferred.
• Proficient in Keynote, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Suite, Figma & Miro are a plus.
• Ability to create unique presentation solutions for various retail environments that inspire the consumer, drive sales and align with the Nike brand voice.
• Ability to travel approximately 4-6 times per year.

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.