Merchant II, Streetwear Footwear - Jordan NA

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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

You’ll work with several cross functional teams, including Geo sport and channel merchants, marketing, planning, sales, Nike Direct, other geography merchants and global sport merchandising teams.  Being able to build strong relationships across different working styles will be key to your success in this role. 

This role will report to the Director of Streetwear Footwear Merchandising, Jordan North America

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

At Nike, everything begins and ends with the consumer.  Within the Jordan Brand we believe the best work happens when diverse perspectives come together with a shared passion for sport, culture and consumer.  We’re looking for a merchant with a passion for product and curiosity for evolving retail and consumer trends. A successful Merchant II in Jordan Streetwear FW contributes to a positive team dynamic, while bringing curiosity, energy and passion to the work.  You have a passion for streetwear culture and can see beyond your own biases.  You have entrepreneurial mindset, a willingness to learn and excitement for new concepts ideas.  You’re comfortable with ambiguity, forward thinking and agile in how you operate.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
• 2+ years of experience in Retail, Merchandising, Product Management, Marketplace, Buying or a related field
• Demonstrated understanding of the consumer and marketplace dynamics

• Entrepreneurial mindset with experience contributing to new concepts, projects, or ideas
• Proficiency in analysing business and consumer trends
• Strong attention to detail with efficient ways of working
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to cross-functional partners
• Team-first mentality with positive energy and a collaborative approach

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You will support strategy and ideation, product assortments, line planning, seasonal hind-sighting, and the use of data and analytics to drive end-to-end profitability. Success in this role comes from developing strong cross-functional relationships, applying thoughtful research and analysis, maintaining a genuine curiosity, being flexible in a very dynamic and pressure filled environment and commitment to continuous learning and growth.  You have an interest for streetwear culture and are able to connect product to the consumer.

• Support Streetwear FW merchandising team throughout the seasonal Go-To-Market (GTM) process
• Help communicate seasonal product updates to marketplace and Nike Direct partners
• Assist in the creation and sharing of seasonal information, tools, managing samples,
• Support alignment with sport-focused teams to ensure a cohesive product offering in the marketplace
• Contribute to product assortment planning, assortment and product opportunities and line reviews through data-driven insights
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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.