EMEA Nike Jobs - Retail Corporate

Retail Facilities Manager - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: To provide highly responsive service to the Retail Stores to maintain the store facilities in top visual and operating condition at a competitive budget level. Responsibilities: Manage the Facilities Maintenance Process:

Ensuring Facilities issues at the store level are resolved in a highly efficient manner with strong collaborative communication between the store and the Facilities Team. Develop the annual expense and capital budgets necessary to maintain the stores. Collaborate with country management and senior management to insure alignment. Research, design and implement process and procedural innovatives that will foster continual improvement of operation and service levels. Create and conduit presentations that effectively present the Facilities department, goals and matrix.

Manage Planned Preventative Maintenance and Refit Projects as assigned:

Ensure effective team collaboration among all project parties including all retail departments, vendors and senior retail management and others who would be impacted by the project execution. Clearly convey NIKE goals, criteria and milestone deadlines to ensure smooth project execution. Direct the efforts of all outside architectural, construction, specific vendor, project management services and facilities vendors. Develop capital budgets and timelines for projects and manage within those contraints. Monitor scope development versus budget restriction and provide alternative solutions for decision making process. Formally solicit feedback from above group to continually improve and elevate the effectiveness of the program. Track all major improvement projects and be a source of information for historical planning.

Manage Responsive Maintenance requests:

Manage incoming work order requests from the stores for maintenance and repairs within all store concepts. Establish the system and process for timely response and execution of all repairs and maintenance, including maintaining the history of repairs. Manage expenditures for maintenance and repairs within budget. Manage the PO process for all M&R work.

Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors:

Ensuring optimum balance of vendor scope and cost as well as effective performance of vendors. Ensure frequent collaboration with Retail Operations and Store Managers to evaluate vendor performance. Manage and benchmark all vendors for quality, timely and cost-effective performance. Collaborate with Procurement to develop comprehensive RFP packages for top service categories in a continual effort to balance preventative maintenance cost versus service levels.

Maintain Stores Portfolio Databases:

Ensure the effective and organized capture of information regarding each work order so that a history of data can provide trend information with which to effectively manage the Facilities process. Capture all basic data after new Retail Store openings, including m2, floor plans, NIKE asset registers and operating manuals and keep up-to-date. Collaborate with Retail Finance to maintain asset registers.

Requirements: Education: 4-year University Degree. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of project / construction management, of which 2 years specific facilities management experience, preferably in a retail environment. Retail experience preferred. Technical: Construction / construction drawings & contracts; project schedules, budgets, business documents, financial reports, leases, contract negotiation. Other: Coach multidisciplinary teams comprised of multiple personalities. Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

Praktikant Retail - Germany HQ - Frankfurt, Germany

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Zur Unterstützung unserer Retailabteilung suchen wir ab dem 01. März 2009 für die Dauer von 6 Monaten Verstärkung. Als Praktikant/in haben Sie Gelegenheit die spannende und abwechslungsreiche Arbeit im Bereich Retail kennen zu lernen und beim Aufbau neuer Nike Shops und Flächen zu unterstützen. Ihr Aufgabengebiet:

Organisation und Koordination bei der Eröffnung neuer Shops und Nike Flächen

Bearbeiten von Bestellungen

Lagerverwaltung

Erstellung von Analysen und Statistiken

Enge Zusammenarbeit mit dem Retail Management Team

Administrative Tätigkeiten Ihr Profil:

Studium (Uni/FH) mit abgeschlossenem Vordiplom, gerne BWL, Architektur, Bauwesen oder Marketing

Erste praktische Erfahrung durch kaufmännische Ausbildung oder Praktika

Sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse

Sicherer Umgang mit MS Office

Gute Auffassungsgabe

Zuverlässige und selbständige Arbeitsweise Wenn Sie sportbegeistert und allem Neuen aufgeschlossen gegenüber stehen, proaktiv und belastbar sind sowie über ein ausgeprägtes Organisationstalent verfügen, dann sind Sie bei uns als Praktikant/in herzlich willkommen.

Sales Associate Employee Store EHQ - Full Time - 38 Hours per week - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: To be the face of the Nike brand, providing service and product knowledge to the Nike customer in order to make sales and achieve store sales and profitability targets. Responsibilities: To provide service to the Nike customer in accordance with established customer service standards by:

being present on the sales floor at all times.
acknowledging every customer who enters the store / department.
approaching the customer in an appropriate manner.
establishing the customer?s needs through use of open questions and active listening techniques.
using product knowledge to explain the benefits of Nike footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories .
recommending suitable product(s) to meet each individual customer?s needs.
ensuring the correct sizing and fit for the customer.
?sourcing? (either from the stockroom or from floor) the product accurately and efficiently for the customer.
recommending additional related products to enhance the customer?s purchase and increase profitability.
closing the sale.
escorting the customer to the cash and wrap.
attending to all customer needs e.g. directions within and outside the store; obtaining first aid in the event of an emergency.

To maintain correct stock levels in the department / store by checking stock levels on a daily basis (or as per business needs), completing the relevant replenishment procedures and communicating with the relevant colleagues (e.g. Operations Coach) in order to replace sold product.

To maintain Nike merchandising and housekeeping standards at all times. This involves::

ensuring that all apparel is hung or folded correctly and to Nike standards
ensuring that all accessories, equipment and footwear are displayed according to Nike standards
upholding merchandising standards (e.g. detailing, size stickers, size cubes).
dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, polishing, cleaning windows and mirrors and general cleaning of all store areas as required.

To undertake cashier responsibilities as per the store rota. To adhere to all company policies and procedures whilst using the POS system. To ensure that Nike standards of customer service are demonstrated at all times whilst serving on the cash and wrap.

Requirements: Education: High school/Secondary school Diploma. Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

Retail Project Manager Junior - Italy HQ Bologna, Italy

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Attività architettoniche/operative per la progettazione/apertura di corner, Shop in Shop e NikeStore
Attività amministrative (gestione dei magazzini, gestione spese)
Attività logistiche per la gestione di Corner, Shop in Shop e NikeStore
Attività di supporto al dipartimento Retail

Missione All?interno del Retail Department, progettazione e gestione di Corner, Shop in Shop e NikeStore. Principali responsabilità - Attività architettoniche/operative - Progettazione di Corner e Shop in Shop; - Coordinamento logistico/operativo nelle fasi di realizzazione e apertura dei punti vendita. (gestione contatti con fornitori, Head Quarter, clienti, architetti); - Attività amministrative - Gestione dei magazzini (aggiornamento entrate e uscite) e delle strutture Retail (arredi, manichini, grucce, borsine, ..); - Gestione spese legate alle attività precedenti; - Attività logistiche - Coordinamento per la gestione del maintenace di Corner/Shop in Shop/Nikestore (sopralluoghi , ordini, aquisti, controllo fornitori); - Coordinamento di disallestimenti di Corner/Shop in Shop; - Gestione costi legati alle attività elencate; - Attività di supporto al dipartimento in occasione di opening Corner/Shop in Shop/Nikestore Requisiti richiesti Formazione - Architetto/ingegnere o geometra Esperienze professionali - Almeno due anni di esperienza in attività architettoniche progettuali/operative. Conoscenze/competenze - Ottimo inglese - Pacchetto Office - Autocad 2D - Autocad 3D e programmi di ritocco immagini (preferenziali) Completano il profilo buone attitudini al coordinamento, operatività, precisione e disponibilità a frequenti spostamenti sul territorio nazionale (2/3 gg a settimana).

General Manager Niketown - NIKETOWN London, United Kingdom

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Reporting to the Country Retail Director, this role will be responsible for using Niketown to create demand for the Nike brand through providing the highest standards of retail service, presentation and sports expertise.
Producing and executing a store specific retail business plan to achieve sales and profitability targets and to ensure long-term business growth.
Control of merchandising, sales and operations activities and providing store budget for sales and expenditure.
Managing the recruitment, development, reward and welfare of the Niketown team to attract and retain highly qualified employees.

Reporting to the Country Retail Director, this role will be responsible for using Niketown to create demand for the Nike brand. This will be achieved through leading the team to provide the highest standards of retail service, presentation and sports expertise whilst also creating a developmental, educational and motivational environment for all who work there, shop or visit. Responsibilities: a) To produce and execute a store specific retail business plan to achieve sales and profitability targets and to ensure long-term business growth. b) To control merchandising, sales and operations activities and provide store budget for sales and expenditure. c) To manage the recruitment, development, reward and welfare of the Niketown team to attract and retain highly qualified employees. d) To seek new ways to improve what we do for the store, customer, team member and brand. Including monitoring and analysing retail operations on an ongoing basis and implementing change as necessary. e) To ensure that we provide total customer satisfaction and benchmark levels of service, presentation and sports specific knowledge. f) To provide support and feedback to the UK and EHQ team through regular communication, providing information on store operations and making recommendations for change. The successful candidate must have worked within a branded retail environment and have thorough knowledge of the retail buying process and operations including budget preparation and control, inventory control, sales, customer service, systems, merchandising and people management. In addition, as a strong people manager the successful candidate will have the ability to lead, motivate and coach a diverse team to achieve common goals.

Coach (Abteilungsleiter) Womens - Germany Factory Stores, Germany

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MISSION As part of the store management team, to successfully manage the sales floor in accordance with Nike philosophy, policies and procedures. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES Customer Service To lead by example in terms of Nike customer service standards, playing an active role in serving customers on a daily basis and providing management support to deal with more complex customer queries or complaints. Sales Floor Management To assist with staff scheduling, ensuring optimum coverage as per the needs of the business. With ASM, monitor coverage on a day-to-day basis. Manage all daily activities on the sales floor including customer service, cash and wraps, merchandising standards and general housekeeping. To assist ASM with opening and closing of the store and daily cash reconciliation. Coaching With the Assistant Store Manager, overall responsibility for managing performance of the store team providing regular feedback, training and development. Responsible for motivating the team to achieve sales targets. Communication To assist the Store Manager in conducting regular store meetings in order to communicate key information and to provide a forum for training. Communicate targets and objectives to sales floor team on a daily basis. Training & Development To work with the ASM and ISM(s) to run regular training sessions for all members of the store team in: product knowledge, customer service, selling skills, merchandising, inventory control, loss prevention and store operations. Merchandise management To provide feedback on store sales and customer insights to the rest of the Store Management team. To work alongside the In Store Merchandiser (ISM) in order to develop a thorough working knowledge of Nike merchandising standards, ensuring that product is displayed and merchandised to a high visual standards at all times. To work with the store team in order to maintain standards on the sales floor. To ensure that replenishment routines are established and communicated to the team and to monitor all replenishment activity. Recruitment To assist with the recruitment and selection of all members of the store team, working with the relevant Regional departments and other members of the in store management team to ensure that a fair and consistent process is used and that all successful candidates meet the criteria outlined by Nike. CORE COMPETENCIES Values people (Sensitivity) They are at ease with a wide range if individuals. They enjoy differing personalities and adapt their approach to accommodate those differences. Coaching and counselling Skilful in setting goals, providing timely feedback and coaching employees at all levels. Team management They monitor team effectiveness and make changes to improve team performance. Results orientation Always know where the goal is. Think in terms of progress toward goals. Self - Assurance Self confident and trust their own judgement and ability. Self-reliant; Don't rely on others for approval. Resource efficiency / Multi-tasking Effectively manages inventory, people, time and money. Understand the relationship between efficiency and profitability. Effectively manage multiple priorities.

Visual Merchandising Executive - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: To deliver PREMIUM visual merchandising hands-on support during the set up of: VM guide lines, product strategic attacks, showrooms, trade fairs, Nike campus display areas. Responsibilities:

Support the 4 main categories in setting up Premium VM product presentations to be included in European VM guide lines as a reference for country Visual Merchandisers. Create VM guide lines for secondary categories such as NSE, Basket Ball, Nike Pro, Swim.
Deliver and communicate monthly guide lines for product selected by GMM. Support ?retail moments? such as X-mass, back to school, season start. Follow up on execution from a business and visual point of view.
Support the set up of exhibition boots, Retail Alliance Meetings, SIM, campus display.
Help in preparing (operational) and participate to the yearly VM conference, visual merchandisers managers meetings and VM trainings.
Train the Employee store (Hilversum) ISM on VM standards, seasonal transitions, planning and implementing Visual presentations.

Requirements: Education: Prefer 4-year merchandising / styling school or equivalent work experience. Experience: Full understanding and at least 3 years experience of the retail processes preferably within large European fashion retailing organization. Specific flair required in visual merchandising techniques, in addition to know how in the definition of standards, strategy and their communication and application in the store. Must have visual merchandising experience. Other: Be able to cooperate with an international team to work cooperatively towards common goals. Be able to cooperate with an international team to work cooperatively towards common goals. Must be willing to travel to store locations. Must be able to work on the computer with knowledge of Microsoft word, Excel and Power Point. Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

Senior Allocator Nike Factory Stores - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: Delivering excellence in the product flow process for all Nike Retail stores within EMEA maximizing sales and minimizing overstock situations, through proper analysis, development of processes, efficient management of systems and clear communication. Working with country buyers, retail team, product departments and customer service being an effective team player. Responsibilities: Business & Process improvement:

Constantly re-assess internal processes and drive continuous process improvements where the process requires changes or improvements for either Nike and/or our Customers. Change from doing the basics to becoming pro-active.
Be closely involved in the implementation of Supply Chain projects, support and aid the Project management in the realization and change management of these projects.
Participate in development of Service Level Agreements with key stakeholders.

Reporting / Analysis:

Improve reporting structure and time needed to provide reports. Set up structure for key shareholders to access themselves
Create learning for future by analyzing effects of process changes. For instance, shipments versus sales.

Coach / Training on load-in management and in-season inventory management:

Coach allocators to follow proper allocation processes as set by priority matrix
Ensure execution on all hard deadlines on flow calendar and inform allocation manager if deadline are in danger.
Ensure proper training schedule for new allocators and provide training package. Ensure effective on-boarding.
Be a team lead for part of the allocation team (1 to 5 people). Execute on people mgmt tasks, such as CFE goal setting, coaching and performance conversations and regular one on one?s.

Strategic Analysis:

In-season bestseller/historical sales analysis and following action to guarantee correct commercial mix and fulfill planned quantities per store, ensuring stock does not run out.
Influence financial plans by managing inventories by store and achieving stock level targets.
Weekly review sales and stock for all stores. Discuss and agree with Allocation Manager/Buyer required action and replenishment requirements at style, and size level.
Weekly review store/region specific opportunities for prop/additional buys.
Attend the formal buy reviews/business update meetings and make sure that information gathered from buyers/planners is translated into the allocation plans/strategy.
Pro-actively gather feedback from area managers/country buyers regarding store/country specific requirements, incorporate within allocation plan/strategy and update store profiles. (For factory store biz focus on top 15/bottom 5 stores).

Tactical Business Management:

Plan and execute the product allocation for new season/upcoming months and new store openings, working closely with the Allocation Manager, Buyers/Planners, Country Buyers and Customer Service
Make sure marketing campaigns, local events and sales trends are supported with the right product, avoiding overstock situations and any extra orders needed are created.
Execute order creation. Send orders to customer services, according to agreed daily store delivery capacities and timelines, and once returned to GMM check that orders are in SAP and IP at total and size level.
Ensure the correct conversion of the orders between the retail systems, making sure the integrity of the original assortment plan is protected in the product flow process.
Highlight any delivery issues to Country/store teams before stock arrives at store, with potential solutions ready to action.

Communication/Networking:

Build partnerships with field teams, customer services and operations and ensure relevant requests are addressed in a proper and timely fashion, ensuring Allocation Manager, Buyer/Planner are made aware of any action taken.
Work together with and provide IT with relevant information to ensure current retail systems are optimized, systems updates are implemented successfully and any issues highlighted get resolved.
Give input to weekly and monthly recaps (month end, ops, product availability shipping/not shipping).
Present weekly analysis information during cross-functional team meetings.
Attend store visits to improve market, customer and store knowledge, report back to the team and action on follow up points.

Requirements: Education: 4-year University degree. Experience: 3 years experience in a retail environment and a solid background in managing people essential for this role. Technical: Strong working knowledge of Excel including setting up spreadsheets, formulas, etc. SAP and IP knowledge preferred. Nike knowledge a plus. Other: Coaching and performance conversations, goal setting. Must be able to travel a few times per year. Mainly European trips. Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

Visual Merchandiser - Greece, Greece

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Implement the overall visual presentation standard of Nike product, seasonal brand and product initiatives in managed space and optimize store layout, capacity and assortment plans.

The right candidate should have:

A degree in Interior Design/ Visual Merchandising
At least 1 year visual merchandising experience in clothing/footwear/accessories industry
Good PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Good English language understanding
Valid driver's license and car
Ability to travel

Retail Store Coordinator - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: Develop, implement, and provide maintenance to business plans/procedures. Increase efficiency of store operations, manage projects, direction, communication, and provide support to the field in managing day to day Nike owned store operations. Responsibilities: Retail Operating Standards:

Monitor; guide and assist stores in managing day to day operations through maintaining Policies and Procedures and Store operations manuals( both implementation and enhancements). Procurement: source and manage store suppliers; monitor their service levels and oversee logistics process (delivery to stores) manage inventory and cycle counts; optimization and review of BOH layouts; ensure Door to Floor Execution; Staff dress; Store/corporate audits, etc.

Store Openings:

Coordination of new store openings and operations milestone meetings for assigned stores. Manage the operational related gate processes via the project management tool ( gates process 6-7) ensuring timely follow up of action items for opening successfully on time and with in budget.

IT/Systems Facilitation:

Direct and support stores with any I.T. and systems/tools issues or needs. Including but not limited to Traffic counters; POS-GSS ( both hardware and country training & support) Reporting request from franchise partners/stores; Inventory management tools.

Innovation & Project Management:

Work closely with the Operations Manager to identify opportunities and initiatives to maximize store operations efficiencies; productivity and profitability. Manage multiple Operational projects of varying scope ensuring timelines are adhered to. Responsibility for their execution; coordination and completion within allocated budget or AR. Facilities Management.

Communication:

Responsible for developing and maintaining strong working relationships within EHQ and with Country / Store teams. Operate as the ?GO TO? & communications link for both! Manage the coordination and publications of Retail Detail and Retail web sites. Organization of annual Store Managers meetings. Attendance of AM meetings.

Requirements: Education: 4-year University degree in Retail Management; Business administration; operations or logistics management or a related business field. Experience: Preferably 2-4 years retail experience in store management or operations. Demonstrated experience in managing/coordinating projects. Technical: Must be computer literate with solid useage of Microsoft Word; Excel and Power point. Management/Leadership: Leading opening store teams; project teams; meeting facilitation; negotiating and influencing skills. Communicatio/Language: English (both written and spoken), plus another European language is preferred. Ability to communicate effectively in a dynamic matrix organization. Other: Cross Cultural Skills; ability to work within a multi cultural environment; Project management coordination; multitasking; planning & organization skills; Problem solving abiltiy; Business Analysis; maintain high standards. Retail store environment equals irregular working hours; some weekends; lifting product; moving boxes and light housekeeping in stores. Travel required (approx 30%).

Internship Employee Store - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Are you willing to develop your career in Retail and looking for an internship? If yes, we're offering a unique oppurtunity to the students who would like step into the dynamic world of retail. The responsibilities are;

Sales floor ? selling to customers, achieving Air Max customer standards.

Assisting with the replenishment of the sales floor ensuring standards are up to Nike VM standards

Stockroom duties, assisting with the deliveries of product into the store scanning all items into correct Bin locations

Communicate with the team on any stock issues.

Check inventory for missing stock items on shop floor

Maintain house keeping standards on the sales floor.

Coach (Abteilungsleiter) Apparel - Germany Factory Stores, Germany

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Retail Project Manager - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: To oversee & lead the development and construction of retail projects within brand requirements, timelines and budgets, within EMEA: NIKE Towns, NIKE Only Stores (franchises), Controlled Retail Space (Concept Level 1 and 2), NIKE Factory Stores, and NIKE Employee Stores. Responsibilities: Project Planning:

Become completely familiar with all contract documents (project proposals, partner, vendor and contractor agreements).
Develop, coordinate and manage the project plan for executing and controlling the project, including time schedules, budget and organization through communication with stakeholders and/or by reviewing project documents.
Develop, coordinate and manage the basic project design criteria and general specifications.
Review plans and procedures periodically and institute changes if necessary.
Review and arrange for approval sign-off on all design documents and installation details for project with appropriate parties depending on project.
Work with country retail teams to review early design documents and maximize value of design and ensure quality to Nike requirements.

Project Execution and Control:

Coordinate and manage all work on the project that is required to meet contract obligations.
Maintain and update project schedules, budgets and P.O. logs, document logs, procurement logs, and monthly status reports.
Procure Nike fit-out elements and monitor delivery status.
Take timely corrective action by addressing the root causes in the problem areas in order to eliminate or minimize negative impact.
Closely monitor project activities for conformity to scope. Establish change notice procedure to evaluate and communicate scope changes.
Interpret, communicate, and require compliance with contracts, the approved plan, project procedures and general corporate directives. Ensure quality of installations and construction by regular visits. Maintain site visit reports and review observations with associated parties.
Review country approaches and strategies for construction of spaces and provide support as required for a successful project.

Project Closeout:

Obtain final acceptance of deliverables by obtaining formal approval from appropriate stakeholders to achieve closeout.
Deliver project closeout documents, including final cost-reconciliation, punch lists, warranties and manuals.
Document lessons-learned and share these with team members to use for the benefit of future projects.
Preserve essential project records and required tools by archiving them for future use.
Facilitate administrative and financial closure.

Tender, Negotiating and Development:

Issue tender packages and negotiate master agreements for standard elements within Nike retail channels.
Continuously value-engineer and re-evaluate store concepts for better cost/value comparison.
Develop, coordinate and manage a contracting plan and tender and negotiate designer, architect, contractor, and consultant services for Nike owned stores.
Plan, develop and manage contract documents in support of projects. Includes liaison with Nike Legal and professional counsel.

Management Support:

Promote the growth of key country project managers and project coordinators.
Foster and develop a spirit of project team effort.
Assist in resolution of differences or problems between departments or groups on assigned projects.
Contribute to the project management knowledge base by sharing lessons learned, best practices, research, etc. in weekly department meetings and bi-annual EMEA project managers meetings in order to improve the quality of project management services and build the capabilities of colleagues.

Requirements: Education: 4 year Degree or Graduate Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or related field. Experience: 5 years in retail space and store/shop development with 4 year degree. 2 years in retail space and store/shop development with Graduate Degree. Technical: Multi-project management and planning, retail experience preferred. Must understand the competitive market, customers and retail trends. Must be able to use financial data to make sound decisions on budget management and maximization of revenues, profits and sales opportunities. Must be able to recognize creative and innovative business opportunities and take advantage of them. Must be able to understand complex business issues, find creative ways to solve problems, and make sound decisions that benefit Nike. Computer proficient (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project). Communication / Language: Must be fluent in English, Both written and spoken. Knowledge of any major European language (German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian) is a plus. Must have good verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations. Must be able to develop and maintain fair and honest relationships at all levels, both internally and externally. Must have ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience with the ability to effectively adapt communication to the interest and level of the audience. Must have a proven ability to persuade and influence people to take desired action. Must be able to communicate effectively with clear, concise written messages through memos, e-mails and reports. Work successfully with a diverse group of people on all levels to reach common goals. Normal office environment with cubical space, large meeting spaces and travel on public carriers (air/ground). Work is light, but may require lifting equipment/supplies or product for transportation, presentation or demonstration. Requires grasping, sitting and standing. Uses computer keyboard and screen. Requires public speaking and interaction with verbal communicators. Visual acuity adequate to distinguish product and color. Ability to travel 30% of the time including International travel. Normal office equipment: Computer screen, keyboard, fax machine, copy machine and telephone, laptop computer and mobile phone. Protective Equipment: hard hat, safety boots

Buyer - Italy HQ Bologna, Italy

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Local market knowledge and information on future retail needs
Drive sales and profitability plans by proposing to GMM store assortment plans
Develop and maintain relationship with franchise partner
Product assortment Order Entry, sell thru data analysis and product flow allocation

Mission To drive and develop the retail business in country, by understanding the local market with information from the regional stores and give input and assist GMM in creating assortment plans with local relevance alongside consistent commercial product assortments. Core accountabilities ?Provide GMM and country retail with local market knowledge and information on future retail needs for the country by using information from the stores, new central merchandising systems, franchise partner expertise and market intelligence. ?Drive sales and profitability plans by proposing to GMM store assortment plans by category, taking into account market knowledge and local sales. Balance franchise partner, store and customer needs with long term brand position and within the retail financial plans. ?Product assortment Order Entry, sell thru data analysis and product flow allocation, fast and slow seller products analysis. ?Develop and maintain relationship with franchise partner as Nike key contact person to gain input, feedback and communicate to GMM on assortment and sales trading issues. ?Attending Sales meetings at EHQ and in-country. Key member of Nike franchise product summit. Store and market visits in Europe Requirements ?University degree ?Min of 5 years merchandising/buying experience in an international retail environment preferably in the footwear or apparel industry. ?Excellent knowledge of the local retail market and commercial acumen. Branded background and franchise experience very desirable. ?Fluent in English verbal and written ?Strong communicator and relationship builder. Ability to work across the Nike matrix in conjunction with franchise partner

Digital Commerce Merchant - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete by ensuring that the NikeStore.com and Nike iD in Europe has the right product, in the right quantities, at the right time, in the right place, at the right price, whilst ensuring profitability and revenue growth. Responsibilities: PRE SEASON PLANNING AND BUYING:

Work with Planner and Merchandise manager to forecast initial view on Category revenue targets for the coming seasons based on last year and recent sell through information in combination with category option targets.
Create commercial assortment plans for NikeStore.com in line with strategy and sales and profitability plans set. Analyze historical sell-through results down to size level and create assortment plans which reflect past season?s success, product and economic trends. Ensure assortments are supporting and enhancing customer experience on all key fields of play and focus on key revenue driving countries.
Give merchandising input for iD line planning and pricing based on historical sell through information and future European product needs.
Work with marketing and site experience team to align inline product with brand sites. Ensure product and brand initiatives are well represented within the overall plans. Call out key stories and products outside of brand initiatives that need online support.
Work with marketing, front end experience team and iD demand planner to bring to market iD product in an appealing, brand enhancing and commercial way.
Connect with relevant Business Units and category representatives to share Nikestore.com direction and needs.
Make sure that orders are entered in line with the deadlines set by the Business Unit, providing timely and accurate information to the Merchandising Assistant
Present seasonal Category assortments to the broader Digital commerce team.
Proactively search for new commercial opportunities (categories, product lines and country plans)
Work together with Merchandise manager and Planner to get sign of on assortments during buy reviews.

IN-SEASON TRADING ? Proactive management and consistent follow-up of all issues pertaining to purchasing, sell-through analysis and logistics:

Optimize sell through of current assortment by weekly sell through reviews and appropriate follow up, working closely with Merchandising assistant
Ensure load-in/distribution process is executed correctly against volume plans for warehouse and assortment plan by Merchandising assistant
Work together with the Merchandising assistant to ensure optimal coverage at warehouse at all times.
Closely monitor sell-through of NikeStore.com and actively exploit available stock. Identify any in season opportunities and maximize.
Closely monitor sell-through of iD products working together with marketing and demand planning to ensure sufficient factory capacity to support (future) demand.
Manage markdowns in order to assist sell through and reduce cancellations, while remaining within prearranged limitations
Work together with Planner and Merchandising assistant to manage in-season & post-season cancellations, transfers & returns process for inline product
Ensure order & contract management is executed on time & correctly.
Pro actively drive sales by working with marketing to support business needs
Provide Merchandising manager with weekly sales updates and ad hoc information.
Analyze and share sell through information on key marketing initiatives with DC team and relevant counterparts within the Business units.

COACHING AND TRAINING. In addition to day to day interaction:

Coach and manage the Merchandising assistant.
Conduct mid-year and year-end reviews for Merchandising assistant (CFE process).

DEVELOP & MAINTAIN RELATIONSHIPS. Build & develop a strong working relationship with:

Merchandising team members.
Relevant members of Digital commerce team in marketing, site experience and asset management, operations and finance.
Relevant category and Business unit contacts.
Outside vendors.
IT.
Counterparts within the bigger retail organization.

Requirements: Education: 4-year Degree in Business or Merchandise Management. Experience: 5-7 years work experience without degree. 3-5 years of buying/product management/merchandise planning experience in an international retail environment. Experience with Retail Merchandising system (category & Assortment planning, in-season management system) an advantage. Technical: Must possess computer skills: Advanced Excel, Power Point, Merchandising system, Planning tool. Management/Leadership: Must have managerial and leadership skills (people, projects, processes). Other: Candidate must have proven experience in retail office environment and or/a firm understanding of the EMEA sports and sportswear market in addition to advanced merchandising skills and thorough understanding of retail processes. Must be able to travel to sales meetings (max 3 x per year). Flexible work ethic. Knowledge of key European sports and sportswear retail markets. Branded background experience very desirable. Communication/Language: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

Retail Connect EMEA ERP Inventory Management & Logistics Project Lead - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Drive business process governance for the project(s) and future business platform.
Drive execution with a global focus in the following areas; gap analysis, process definitions, in scope processes, business process development/design, process flows, global to country level processes, and translation of the Consumer Experience into processes.
Partners with Business Leads, Subject Matter Experts, IT Leads, IT BSAs, IT Business Consultants, Regional Learning and Development, and Transition Management to drive desired results of the project.
Validate key process and systems design.
Drive Solution design, business process, report design-testing/execution, and end user training strategy/execution for the project(s).
Develop, design, and drive pilot strategy/execution for the project(s).
Actively influence business program strategy.
Track the project plan for functional area including delivery of periodic status updates on task completion, issue and resolution tracking to relevant audience.
Engage and co-ordinate critical transition issues/activities (organizational readiness sessions, integrated process workshops, user training, etc).
Support home region implementation with process & systems expertise.
Identify Regional process, legal/governmental, and industry requirements. Ensure project implementation strategies comply with requirements (policies and procedures).
Drive support and monitoring requirements.

Lead and Influence Others / Team management:

Work with process owners to ensure future state designs meet Nike?s immediate needs and anticipate the likely needs of the future.
Collaborate with the global Business Project Lead to ensure business results in a global footprint which will support stores and meet regulatory and statutory standards.
Build energy and excitement within the Retail Connect Project team. Create a sense of trust, open communication and respect among project team members. Effectively recognize individual and team accomplishments.
Manage a team: recruit, hire and train the right resources to staff the business team. Work with the regional team to place the team members and to put an HRP plan in place to track and return business resources once their project assignment is completed. Provide coaching, problem resolution, and personnel administration.

Make Good Business Decisions:

Constantly strive to create a common Global Process mentality in the work/business. Advocate and pursue an integrated approach for the work that reflects a total cross-functional approach rather than a narrow functional or silo approach. Represent all channels, regions, and functions. Lead by example in this area.
Assist in developing systems business scenarios.
Ensure regulatory compliance by region/country.
Drive and develop divestiture and communicate to appropriate business partners.

Communicate Effectively:

Demonstrate effective meeting facilitation. Encourage participation/decision making by all Super Users and effectively manage group dynamics.
Escalate issues as needed to Business Program Lead, Project Manager, and Program Leadership.
Be the regional point of contact for business on communication.
Deliver organizational relevant periodic messages to functional end users, management, and stakeholders.

Champion and Embrace Change:

Participate in all Transition Management related workshops.
Support end users with process & systems expertise after implementation.
Advocate user compliance of new processes and systems.
Support transition management & communication plans.

Requirements: 5 years Retail experience, 2 years of management experience. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Microsoft Project. Expert in Inventory Management & Logistics from a leadership position including Fulfillment, Statutory & Customs. Nike knowledge essential / previous ERP implementation preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Meeting facilitation and presentation skills. Ability to understand challenges or underlying concerns, share ideas, and develop effective responses or elevate to higher management. Ability to lead initiatives and project teams. Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group. Transition Management skills. Note: the assignment to the project will be for 2 years.

Visual Merchandiser - Russia, Moscow, Russia

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Implement the overall Visual Presentation standard of Nike product, seasonal brand and product initiatives in managed space and optimize store layout, capacity and assortment plans to increase sell through and maximize profitability in Nike managed space. ACCOUNTABILITIES Visual Merchandising: ? Implement the CEMEA Visual Merchandising strategy and standard in all NOS and SIS?s to ensure benchmark presentation through seasonally prepared VM and Space Management plans across all lines of business (APP, FTWR, EQU). ? Prepare, and continuously update the Visit plan for the selected NOS and SIS based on the Strategic Retail Plan, visit them as planned. ? Execute plans together with in-store merchandiser through regular visits and communication. ? Communicate Nike?s Visual Merchandising direction and guidelines to retailers in connection with new business ventures assist country VMM in the organization of VM for new store set-ups. Spacemanagement: ? Feedback performance of space/categories in NOS and SIS?s to country VMM & give input to seasonal business plans for CS and SIS?s. ? Attend seasonal sales meetings (Apparel, Equip & Bssa) to prepare NOS assortments and ensure the product connection across all lines of business (App, Ftwr, Equip, Bssa). Visualize assortments by using Oswego Tool. ? Communicate with Salesteam to create assortments with category and color flow for each season for NOS. ? Participate in sell in of assortment to NOS and SIS to provide support and ensure retailer?s understanding of Space Management and Visual Marketing executions. ? Communicate store performance/ best practices, from a Space/VM p.o.v, to Country Sales and EHQ Retail/ Product teams, through monthly ?Feedback Reports?. Evaluate success of assortment plans and feedback. ? Communicate Initiative feedback to country VMM & RMM through Initiative VM/RM Feedback Reports, and comment on successes & misses. Visual Marketing: ? Ensure NOS and SIS Visual Marketing execution excellence by, working together with Retail Marketing Manager, coordinate in-store execution of 12-month calendar with focus on space and product presentation. ? Identify and provide both executional and creative input to retail marketing on customized windows. ? Be responsible for additional orders of signage and graphics in existing CS and SIS?s and give input on graphic needs for new store openings. ? Ensure strong in-store connection to locally relevant sports events. Training: ? Train In-Store Merchandiser and sales staff on Nike VM standards and strategies prior to shop openings through both theoretical and practical training. ? Communicate seasonal VM direction through twice yearly country ISM meetings. ? Provide clinics once a year for retailers/ISM?s having non-dedicated space where product presentation is critical. Maintenance & Communication: ? Provide input and direction, based on Space Management and VM guidelines, on country executed ?new store? floor plans and fixturing need ? Be responsible for maintenance and layout of existing stores and communicate needs for floor plan/layout changes, fixturing, signage, graphics or general upgrade needs. Communicate and provide feedback to Retail Manager. ? Be key country contact person for Country VMM and retailer providing information when necessary. Miscelleneous: ? Ensure optimal visual presentation and at key sports events and trade shows through layout and visual merchandising plans and brief events manager/agent or installation team on set?up of booth REQUIREMENTS Technical/Professional knowledge: Understands the workings of retail visual merchandising and can relate visual information back to the business with regards to brand image, product image and commercial value. Must be conversant with respect to using numbers and analysis to set direction, monitor progress and provide feedback to retailer/ NIKE. Analytical skills: Must have the ability to analyze space from both a business and commercial point of view by providing solutions to optimize relationship between product and space to increase the overall performance of store. This person must be able to analyze the consumer?s perception and flow in a store and provide commercial input to floor plans and product presentation. Results orientated: Must be a ?doer? and strive to meet clearly defined goals. Must be service minded and seek that all actions will mutually benefit both the brand and the retailer and contribute to retail business goals. Coaching and Counseling (NIKE Leadership): This person must be a good trainer, motivator and must constantly strive to lead executional excellence and develop and enhance the visual merchandising program in country NOS and SIS. This person must be at ease talking to store staff and establish goals, provide feedback, and encourage growth. Must show leadership by communicating honestly. Must be at ease with a wide variety of individuals, enjoy different personalities and adapt their approach to these differences. Be positive, trust and respect others. Influence skills: Working in a retailer?s environment and promoting the NIKE way, this person must have the diplomatic skills necessary to get others to listen and adhere to his ideas. This must be true not only of visual merchandising but also store or shops assortment, space and capacity where opportunities and situations that are discovered must be brought to the attention of others with a view to finding the optimal solution. High Profile Communication: Must be able to communicate well in situations that range from large audiences to small ones. Be able to communicate on all levels of management and across European cultures. Good English written and speaking skills are necessary. Local Market knowledge: Must understand the local European retail scene as well as understanding national market and accounts ways of operation where Nike has Concept Stores and SIS?s. ? Practical education in Visual Merchandising or Display required. ? Higher education degree in Business or Retail Management or Marketing preferred. ? Minimum 2 yrs experience as a VM, preferably from fashion retail is required. ? Extensive shop floor retail knowledge and a creative eye are seen as essential qualifications. ? Ability to work with Excel, Word, Power Point and Basic Drawing or VM software programs

Nike ID Retail Coordinator - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: Support product needs, logistic and finance back-end processes on the iD roll-out plan across Europe, ensuring a smooth management both for the Existing Studios and the new Nike Store Openings, as well as Special Projects. Seek for seamless integrating Retail Inline Policies & Procedures for product management and ordering + standards. Responsibilities: Existing Studios Back-end Processes:

Manage and facilitate all Existing Studios back-end processes (e.g. factories shipments, late or failed deliveries, store inventory processes, customer returns and complaints, customer non-pick-ups, etc?) Support Retail product cycles (including the iD Tees), ensuring smooth iD Studio processes and back-end operations. Implement continuous improvements and ensure best practices sharing.

New Nike Owned Stores / Studios Roll-out Plan & Special Projects:

Work together with and support Retail Ops team on new Nike Store openings. Act as the problem solver between all required entities, including US team, Store Managers, External Partners, iD EMEA, EMEA Retail organization and other Nike support functions. Highlight issues and identify well-timed corrective actions. Support and facilitate back-end processes with regards to ?Special Projects?, e.g. Energy Centers and Pop-up Stores.

Intercompany Charge-backs:

Manage process for monthly Intercompany Charge-backs for Studios. Liaise and interact with all stakeholders, ensuring correct, timely and smooth payments. Explore new financial solutions, in order to get the process seamlessly integrated.

SAP Ordering Process:

Identify and work with the right stakeholders in the US and EMEA to ensure the implementation of SAP for iD products, eventually aligning EMEA with the other Regions. Gather all necessary information and execute SAP setup for all iD products, considering the different price structure across the various European countries. Make sure all NIKEiD products are set up correctly in all necessary systems and possess a standardized flow from the beginning until the end of the product lifecycle.

Requirements: Education: 4-year Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing or other analytical fields. Experience: Requires a minimum of 3 years related experience. Experience in International markets and corporate setting. Experience in after sales and operations field a strong advantage. Demonstrates strong and effective analytical skills, thorough understanding of appropriate field of industry. Has the ability to manage multiple projects on various levels with different and converging timelines. Has the ability to work in a constantly changing environment. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Is willing, and desires, to go the extra mile. Wants to be part of a winning team that is dedicated to ?changing the game? for NIKEiD at Retail. A pragmatic team player who gets things done and delivers on his/her promises. Technical: Strong analytical skills. Analysis and data interpretation. Data gathering, analysis and reporting. Communication/Language: Excellent multi-functional/cultural communication skills. Fluent in English. Both written and spoken. Retail Ops Management: Strong Ops skills and ability to manage different situations linked to that particular country, territory, culture, rules & regulations. Other: Demonstrated ability to use and share data in decision-making. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Strong attention to details and solid follow-through skills. Office Environment: PC and regular office equipment. Flexability in regards to working hours ir required as there will be regular conference calls with US and Studio team members. Some travels (approximately 10%) required Affinity with the Nike lifestyle and in particular the Nike i.D. culture

EMEA Retail Connect ERP Business System Analyst (MD & Purchasing) - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Welcome to Retail Connect! This job is embedded in the Global Retail Connect program and is based at EHQ. The consumer landscape has shifted, with consumers more informed and connected than ever. Retail Connect comes into life as an exciting journey to enable consumers to connect with the brand through meaningful experiences. For that purpose, the focus of the project is two fold: Brick & Mortar and Digital Commerce. This role is embedded in the Brick & Mortar group of initiatives, and it deals specifically with the ERP (SAP for Retail) project. Retail ERP will provide a standard global solution for core Retail administration and deliver standardized set of Global Key Performance Indicators. It will be deployed across the globe, but EMEA will be the first region to pioneer it. This is a new exciting project that requires previous solid Retail IT experience and will provide you with a TEMPORARY assignment that could present an opening to work in other regions? implementations. It is a great development opportunity to enhance your knowledge, work together with your counter partners at EHQ and WHQ and change the game! Mission: Provide business software engineering related to ERP environment (SAP Retail world wide implementation). Act as reference analyst to map current situation, design the systems and business process blueprint and implement the business processes managing SAP configuration for the specific area / processes. The focus areas are: Inventory Management and Logistics (stock management, inventory control, physical distribution of the merchandise, stock balancing, store to store transfers, etc) & Finance (general accounting, stock ledger, fiscal closing, invoice verification, etc). Responsibilities: Deliver Results: Participate on the following process areas: As-Is analysis, To-Be guidelines, process design, development, validation, transition (including training prep), deployment.

Contribute in the initial process mapping.
Gather, assess and validate key process and systems design.
Participate in the As-Is business interviews acting as leader for the assigned processes.
Document the As-Is business processes.
Evaluate and formalize current issues and opportunities.
Support the identification of the Regional commonalities and differences.
Recommend steps for future process.
Contribute in the definition of the To-Be processes.
Contribute in the Sandbox configuration to support the To-Be analysis.
Contribute in the definition of the To-Be application map.
Contribute in the identification, evaluation and follow up of any gap within the SAP Retail footprint.
Ensure involvement in the identification and evaluation of the interfaces with external systems and the data conversion requirements.
Identify and evaluate the reporting needs for the assigned processes.
Contribute in the end user security definition.
Contribute in the definition of the detailed implementation plan.
Participate in solution design, Business Process and Report design-testing - ensuring that the new processes, systems and data work effectively in their business.
Provide or assist in providing the system configuration for the assigned processes.
Support the realization of any custom development (functional specifications).
Manage every stage of the system and integration test.
Participate in IT process and report design-testing/execution and end user training development/execution.
Participate in the development and design of pilot strategy and execution.
Assist in the tracking of the project plan for functional area including status updates on task completion, issue and resolution tracking.
Participate in all training related workshops.
Support the Go Live activities.
Front line support to solve or escalate process or system issues.
Responsible for becoming SME for given processes.
Support end users with process & systems expertise during & after implementation.

Make Sound Decisions:

Constantly strive to create/support a common Global Process mentality in the project. Advocate and pursue an integrated approach for the work that reflects a total cross-functional approach rather than a narrow functional or silo approach. Represent all channels, regions, and functions. Lead by example in this area.
Actively engage in a mixed team made also of Business, SAP and external consultant resources and relate/build relationships with WHQ enlarged team
Assist in developing systems business scenarios.
Assist in ensuring regulatory compliance by region/country
Demonstrate flexibility. Offer to work in areas or on different tasks as needs occurs.
Stay closely connected to the ?legacy world? to catch any changes in direction early on.

Communicate Effectively:

Deliver organizational relevant periodic messages to functional end users, management, and stakeholders.
Escalate issues as needed to Project Lead, IT Lead, Project Manager, and Program/IT Leadership.
Provide real time feedback on the pulse of the business user groups by communicating issues, concerns, and feedback on process design, solution configuration, and the effectiveness of communication messages.

Champion and Embrace Change:

Support end users with process & systems expertise after implementation.
Advocate compliance of new processes or systems.
Support transition management communications where needed and communicate red flags to Regional IT Project Lead.

Requirements: Min 3 years of retail experience (processes & systems). 5 years overall IT experience. Knowledge of sales audit processes. Minimun high level SAP experience. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint (Access knowledge preferred). SAP Retail knowledge, ERP background & cross-functional team experience preferred. Fluency in English, high level profile communication, meeting facilitation & presentation skills. Ability to drive results & lead in the function. Understand and apply strong customer service skills. Knowledge of IM & Logistics (stock overview, delivery management, returns, inventory control) & Finance processes (stock ledger, fiscal closing). Note: the assignment to the project will be for 2 years. The role starts July 2008 and ends May 2010.

Project Coordinator - Germany HQ - Frankfurt, Germany

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MISSION: To develop, create and retrofit all NIKE retail channels within a country with a focus on Nike shops, and in the future Nike Stores and factory outlet stores. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Project Planning -Create project schedules, budgets, document logs, and procurement logs, fixture orders. -For feasibility and site consideration of locations; create schedule, initial costs for tenant improvement and NIKE fit-out and related costs or issues including constructability and appropriateness of site for a NIKE retail channel, in close cooperation with the Country Retail Mgr -Pre-construction/installation management including design development, space planning, and final construction/installation documents -Secure and award services for design and construction/installation as required depending on retail channel and specific site situation -Review and arrange for sign-off of all design documents and installation details for project with appropriate parties depending on project Project Execution -Manage execution by working closely with the following teams: - CEE&AMET retail management, country sales and marketing management, Local architects and contractors-Vendors ?Nike retail partners -Maintain and update project schedules, budgets and P.O. logs, document logs, procurement logs -Insure quality of installations and construction by regular visits. Maintain site visit reports and review observations with associated parties. Project Close-Out -Compile maintenance documents, project directory, certificate of delivery/completion and present to store manager or operator -Review installations and issue corrective work list and follow through to confirm completion prior to operating space -Reconcile all costs against budget and provide a final summary -Close-out all vendor, architect, designer, contractor, and misc. P.O.?s and insure all costs accounted for and paid LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES: -Leadership Growth: lead teams to successful implementations of retail channels through the joint efforts of a group -Strategic Planning : ability to identify, organize, and execute a strategic plan including mastering focus of key issues -Resource Management -Business Planning and Management -Communicating Objectives and Gaining Consensus Physical & Technical Environment: - Normal office environment with office or cubical space, large meeting spaces and travel on public carriers (air/ground). Work may require lifting equipment/supplies or product for transportation, presentation or demonstration. Uses computer keyboard and screen. Requires public speaking and interaction with verbal communicators. Visual acuity adequate to distinguish product and color. Ability to travel 30% of the time including International travel. - Normal office equipment: Computer screen, keyboard, fax machine, copy machine and telephone. ?Tools: ?Technologies: ?Substances: None ?Hazards: None ?Protective Equipment: None

Retail Connect EMEA Inventory Mgt & Logistics Project Specialist - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Welcome to Retail Connect! This job is embedded in the Global Retail Connect program and is based at EHQ. The consumer landscape has shifted, with consumers more informed and connected than ever. Retail Connect comes into life as an exciting journey to enable consumers to connect with the brand through meaningful experiences. For that purpose, the focus of the project is two fold: Brick & Mortar and Digital Commerce. This role is embedded in the Brick & Mortar group of initiatives, and it deals specifically with the Merchandise Operations (SAP for Retail) project. Retail MO will provide a standard global solution for core Retail administration and deliver standardized set of Global Key Performance Indicators. It will be deployed across the globe, but EMEA will be the first region to pioneer it. This is a new exciting project that requires previous solid RETAIL experience and will provide you with a TEMPORARY assignment that could present an opening to work in other regions? implementations. It is a great development opportunity to enhance your knowledge, work together with your counter partners at EHQ and WHQ and change the game! Mission: Responsible for developing project content with a global focus while representing specific subject matter expertise for Inventory Management & Logistics in the region. Front-line agents of change by taking on four critical roles: 1) Functional expert 2) Communicator 3) Solution Certifier/ Tester and 4) Trainer/end-user support expert. Responsibilities: Deliver Results:

Adhere to business process governance for the project and future business platform.
Participate in global gap analysis, process definitions, in scope processes, business process development/design, process flows, global to country level processes, and translation of the Consumer Experience into processes.
Gather, assess and validate key process and systems design.
Recommend steps for future process.
Participate in solution design, Business Process and Report design-testing - ensuring that the new processes, systems and data work effectively in their business.
Participate in systems testing and report development.
Participate in business process and report design-testing/execution and end user training development/execution.
Participate in the development and design of pilot strategy and execution.
Assist in the tracking of the project plan for functional area including status updates on task completion, issue and resolution tracking.
Participate in all training related workshops.
Front line support to solve or escalate process or system issues.
Responsible for becoming SME for given processes.
Support end users with process & systems expertise during & after implementation.

Make Good Business Decisions:

Constantly strive to create/support a common Global Process mentality in the work/business. Advocate and pursue an integrated approach for the work that reflects a total cross-functional approach rather than a narrow functional or silo approach. Represent all channels, regions, and functions. Lead by example in this area.
Assist in developing systems business scenarios.
Assist in ensuring regulatory compliance by region/country
Demonstrate flexibility. Offer to work in areas or on different tasks as needs occurs.

Communicate Effectively:

Deliver organizational relevant periodic messages to functional end users, management, and stakeholders.
Escalate issues as needed to Project Lead, Business Lead, Project Manager, and Program Leadership.
Provide real time feedback on the pulse of the business user groups by communicating issues, concerns, and feedback on process design, solution configuration, and the effectiveness of communication messages.

Champion and Embrace Change:

Support end users with process & systems expertise after implementation.
Advocate compliance of new processes or systems.
Support transition management communications where needed and communicate red flags to Regional Business Project Lead.

Requirements: 3 years Retail experience. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Microsoft Project. Strong understanding of Retail admin processes & store systems, especially IM& Logistics processes (ASN process, inventory movement process, returns and delivery management etc.). Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Meeting facilitation and presentation skills. Strong customer service skills Note: the assignment to the project will be for 2 years.

Coach (Abteilungsleiter) Apparel - Germany Factory Stores, Germany

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Sales Associate Employee Store EHQ - Part Time - 20 Hours per week - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

Main tasks

being present on the sales floor at all times.
acknowledging every customer who enters the store / department.
approaching the customer in an appropriate manner.
establishing the customer?s needs through use of open questions and active listening techniques.
using product knowledge to explain the benefits of Nike footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories .
recommending suitable product(s) to meet each individual customer?s needs.
ensuring the correct sizing and fit for the customer.
?sourcing? (either from the stockroom or from floor) the product accurately and efficiently for the customer.
recommending additional related products to enhance the customer?s purchase and increase profitability.
closing the sale.
escorting the customer to the cash and wrap.
attending to all customer needs e.g. directions within and outside the store; obtaining first aid in the event of an emergency.

To maintain correct stock levels in the department / store by checking stock levels on a daily basis (or as per business needs), completing the relevant replenishment procedures and communicating with the relevant colleagues (e.g. Operations Coach) in order to replace sold product.

To maintain Nike merchandising and housekeeping standards at all times. This involves::

ensuring that all apparel is hung or folded correctly and to Nike standards
ensuring that all accessories, equipment and footwear are displayed according to Nike standards
upholding merchandising standards (e.g. detailing, size stickers, size cubes).
dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, polishing, cleaning windows and mirrors and general cleaning of all store areas as required.

To undertake cashier responsibilities as per the store rota. To adhere to all company policies and procedures whilst using the POS system. To ensure that Nike standards of customer service are demonstrated at all times whilst serving on the cash and wrap.

Requirements: Education: High school/Secondary school Diploma. Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

Coach (Abteilungsleiter/-in) - Germany Factory Stores, Germany

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MISSION: As part of the store management team, to successfully manage the sales floor in accordance with Nike philosophy, policies and procedures. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Customer Service -Lead by example in terms of Nike customer service standards, playing an active role in serving customers on a daily basis and providing management support to deal with more complex customer queries or complaints. Sales Floor Management -Assist with staff scheduling, ensuring optimum coverage as per the needs of the business. With ASM, monitor coverage on a day-to-day basis. Manage all daily activities on the sales floor including customer service, cash and wraps, merchandising standards and general housekeeping. To assist ASM with opening and closing of the store and daily cash reconciliation. Coaching & Training -With the Assistant Store Manager, overall responsibility for managing performance of the store team providing regular feedback, training and development. Responsible for motivating the team to achieve sales targets. Work with the ASM and ISM(s) to run regular training sessions for all members of the store team in: product knowledge, customer service, selling skills, merchandising, inventory control, loss prevention and store operations. (Primary responsibility for product knowledge, customer service and selling skills Communication -Assist the Store Manager in conducting regular store meetings in order to communicate key information and to provide a forum for training. Communicate targets and objectives to sales floor team on a daily basis. Merchandise management -Provide feedback on store sales and customer insights to the rest of the Store Management team. Work alongside the In Store Merchandiser (ISM) in order to develop a thorough working knowledge of Nike merchandising standards, ensuring that product is displayed and merchandised to a high visual standards at all times. Work with the store team in order to maintain standards on the sales floor. Ensure that replenishment routines are established and communicated to the team and to monitor all replenishment activity. CORE COMPETENCIES: -Values people (Sensitivity) - They are at ease with a wide range if individuals. They enjoy differing personalities and adapt their approach to accommodate those differences. -Coaching and counseling - Skilful in setting goals, providing timely feedback and coaching employees at all levels. -Team management - They monitor team effectiveness and make changes to improve team performance. -Results orientation - Always know where the goal is. Think in terms of progress toward goals. -Self - Assurance - Self - confident and trust their own judgment and ability. Self-reliant; Don't rely on others for approval. -Resource efficiency / Multi-tasking - Effectively manages inventory, people, time and money. Understand the relationship between efficiency and profitability. Effectively manage multiple priorities.

Assistant Store Manager - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

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Mission: To assist the Store Manager to successfully lead and manage the store in accordance with Nike philosophy, policies and procedures. Responsibilities: Coaching:

Responsibility for coaching and developing of the Coach(s) and ISM(s), setting daily / weekly objectives and providing follow up and support. Overall responsibility for managing performance of the store team working with the Coach(s) to provide regular feedback, training and development.

Sales Floor Management:

Responsibility for staff scheduling, ensuring optimum coverage as per the needs of the business. Monitor coverage on a day-to-day basis. Responsibility for opening and closing the store in accordance with Nike policies and procedures. Oversee all daily cash reconciliation and bank deposits.

Customer Service:

To communicate Nike customer service standards, providing regular training to the store team in order to ensure that service standards are achieved. To play an active role in serving customers and, particularly, in dealing with customer queries and complaints.

Merchandise management:

To provide feedback on store sales and customer insights to the Store Manager, in order to influence future buying decisions, in a timely manner. To manage and coach the In Store Merchandiser (ISM) in order to ensure that product is displayed and merchandised to a high visual standard and in accordance with Nike guidelines. To work with the ISM in order to develop effective merchandising skills in the store team.

Recruitment:

To assist with the recruitment and selection of all members of the store team, working with the relevant Regional departments and other members of the in store management team to ensure that a fair and consistent process is used and that all successful candidates meet the criteria outlined by Nike.

Training & Development:

To work with the Coach(s) and ISM(s) to run regular training sessions for all members of the store team in: product knowledge, customer service, selling skills, merchandising, inventory control, loss prevention and store operations.

Business planning:

To provide input to the Store Manager on the development of a store specific business plan. To take responsibility for communicating the business plan effectively to the store team and to manage the day-to-day implementation of all aspects of the plan.

Financial planning:

To monitor performance against store budgets in order to achieve accurate sales forecasting / re-forecasting and effective cost control.

Communication:

To assist the Store Manager in conducting regular store meetings in order to communicate key information and to provide a forum for training.

Requirements: Experience: A minimum of 3 years experience in Retail Store management preferably in a similar environment. Experience in and a flare for visual display. Experience in managing and developing a team of at least 10-15 people. A basic knowledge of PCs to include e-mail and excel. A good grasp of numeracy and Retail KPI?s. Have excellent inter-personal skills. Have an attraction to the Nike brand and lifestyle Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

Nike Management Development Program - Russia, Moscow, Russia

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Nike Management Development Program Imagine working for the leading sports company and one of the most widely recognized of any brands, in the world. Imagine working with industry experts, the best people and the best products. Stop dreaming, that?s Nike We know how good we are at our game; can you say the same about yourself?

Nike is currently in the process of recruitment for our Management Development Program. We are searching for high potential individuals who are seeking a challenging and rewarding career within different functional areas for the leading sports company in the world.

Working alongside experienced professionals you will have the opportunity to see how your academic theory can be applied to the competitive business environment in the world of sport. As well as developing your business competencies, you will be part of an international setting, a successful team and you will learn what it means to work in a matrix organization. This means you will need to set and deliver on challenging goals, work across the business units, and work alongside senior management and maximize your own potential.

You will be given the opportunity to learn more about Nike: our industry, our products, our consumers and our game. You will gain valuable functional knowledge and business experience whilst working on real business assignments and projects.

You will begin your rotational Management Development Program at our European Headquarters located near Amsterdam, in the Netherlands. The structure, content and duration of the training are determined by the individual level of each Trainee and are tailored to meet specific development needs and ensure that the Trainee is business ready at the end of the rotation.

Following the program, there is a possibility that you will be asked to relocate to another European country. The assignment locations are based on business needs and Nike will cover the costs of these moves and provide assistance to you. Each placement is unique, project based and business critical ? giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your capabilities and add value to our business. The areas in which we are looking for enthusiastic and passionate professionals include: Finance All business processes come together in Finance in the form of dollar profits. We work with all functions to evaluate and prioritize business opportunities and thereby influence the strategic objectives of the business as a whole. If it happens in Nike, it happens in Finance. Sales The mission of the Commercial division is to create a world-class selling organization, optimizing Nike's revenue, sales process, skills and resources to provide a competitive edge in the delivery and presentation of Nike products. Human Resources (HR) Excellence through expertise, influence through competence, leadership by example, courage and conviction. These are our aims, and each one is an extension of the Nike core values of honesty and competitiveness. To put it simply, HR helps Nike achieve a competitive edge through people. Marketing Marketing is split into Brand Communications, Public Relations, Design, Digital Brand, Sports Marketing (a partnership with teams and athletes that Nike sponsors), and Brand Initiatives. We are utterly committed and obsessed with sport and how we can use our knowledge and skills to drive the Nike brand. We create demand for our products, giving them life across the globe. We bring innovation and inspiration to every athlete in the world. Retail Today?s consumers are expecting more and more from brands. They not only want superior products, they also want a strong and inspirational shopping experience when they engage with the brand at retail. Within Nike Retail we recognize the many components that contribute to the overall brand expression and our customers shopping experience. Be it the product, the communication, customer service or the retail environment. Working with our retail partners we pay special attention to everything the brand presents to its public. Ensuring we deliver profitable stores that offer premium consumer experiences at every touch point. Supply Chain Nike would be nothing if our products did not reach our customers and our athletes. We cover everything from Logistics (transport and warehousing) to customer service and IT. All our activities are now centralized at our European Headquarters in the Netherlands and Laakdal, Belgium with a massive multi-million-dollar budget and a 1600-strong team. Our challenge for the coming months and years is to redesign and develop our supply chain. That?s quite a tall order, so we are looking for people with energy, talent and the right values. Nike is all about performance; that means speed, accuracy, and total commitment to your goals. If any discipline is based on Nike?s core philosophy, it is Operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of work experience in one functional area, i.e. Finance, HR, Retail, etc

Experience working in a dynamic and diverse team environment

Proven ability to deliver results against targets on complex projects

Strong communication skills both verbally and written

Experience with influencing (senior) management

Ability to network and build relationships both internally and externally The next rotation will begin September 1st, 2007. Applications must be submitted before March 30th, 2007. If you are selected you will be contacted and informed of the exact timing of next steps which include: Initial (telephone or video conferencing) Interview Invite to Nike Assessment Day Nike Assessment Day at our European Headquarters, on April 16th or 17th Feedback and/or offer Please note that above events are subject to change due to Nike?s business needs.

Visual Merchandiser - Greece, Greece

Main tasks

The right candidate should have:

A degree in Interior Design/ Visual Merchandising
At least 1 year visual merchandising experience in clothing/footwear/accessories industry
Good PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Good English language understanding
Valid driver's license and car
Ability to travel

Visual Merchandise Specialist Nike Factory Store - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

Main tasks

Mission: Responsible to develop, train and communicate the Factory stores Visual presentation standards which create premium Factory Shopping environment, support key initiatives, enhance the consumers? perception of Nike products and accelerate sell-through in NIKE Retail. Responsibilities: General Factory Store Visual Merchandising Excellence:

Responsible for creating VM guidelines for the FS concept, ensuring strong retail presentation according to the Nike FS consumer profile.
Be the VM voice in the development process of the FS concept, making sure it constantly evolves in order to keep the brand presentation fresh and offer an attractive shopping experience for the FS consumer.
Deliver clear guidelines to FS to ensure premium execution of key initiatives.
Execute and implement visual merchandising presentations through different channels to the FS business in order to sell the right value message.

VM Development & Implementation. Develop and implement training tools to ensure that premium execution of VM standards will be achieved consistently throughout all FS EMEA:

Ensure consistent visual executions in FS through photo feedback and deliver feedback to countries.
Is responsible of writing and updating the FS VM Manual and ensure that stores are always aware of VM standards.
Being responsible for sending out VM guidelines for Promotions, Key Initiatives and Window set-ups.

Communication. Build credibility in regards to all departments involved in FS business:

Be the expert and go to person regarding the visual execution and floor planning.
Be part of the core team around key initiatives and provide guidelines around visual merchandising executions.
Build relationship with Inline VM team to ensure FS VM is aligned to overall Nike VM strategy.
Deliver presentations / VM training to SM, AM, ISM.
Build solid relationships with FS Marketing & Visual Manager, Marketing Coordinator, Buyers, Area Managers, Store opening coordinators, Store Managers, In-store merchandisers, Project Managers and Training Manager to ensure seamless execution of year round merchandising.
Share executions to teams internally and as best practice to stores in EMEA.

Store Visits. Visiting the Factory Stores throughout the EMEA region:

Visiting each country/region once a year with a key country VM and/or AM to define the Nike FS standards, give hands on training and deliver support where needed.
Deliver store visit reports after each visit and keep track of store standards and improvement needs.
Follow up communication with AM.

Requirements: Education: 4-year Degree in Visual Merchandising. Experience: Min 4 years of Visual Merchandising experience in Retail with strong brand exposure. Experience with Factory Outlet concept preferred. Experience in VM strategy creation. Technical: Proficiency on Excel and PowerPoint required. Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

EMEA Retail Connect ERP Business System Analyst POS DM Reporting - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

Main tasks

Welcome to Retail Connect! This job is embedded in the Global Retail Connect program and is based at EHQ. The consumer landscape has shifted, with consumers more informed and connected than ever. Retail Connect comes into life as an exciting journey to enable consumers to connect with the brand through meaningful experiences. For that purpose, the focus of the project is two fold: Brick & Mortar and Digital Commerce. This role is embedded in the Brick & Mortar group of initiatives, and it deals specifically with the ERP (SAP for Retail) project. Retail ERP will provide a standard global solution for core Retail administration and deliver standardized set of Global Key Performance Indicators. It will be deployed across the globe, but EMEA will be the first region to pioneer it. This is a new exciting project that requires previous solid Retail IT experience and will provide you with a TEMPORARY assignment that could present an opening to work in other regions? implementations. It is a great development opportunity to enhance your knowledge, work together with your counter partners at EHQ and WHQ and change the game! Mission: Provide business software engineering related to ERP environment (SAP Retail world wide implementation). Act as reference analyst to map current situation, design the systems and business process blueprint and implement the business processes managing SAP configuration for the specific area / processes. The focus areas are: POS Data Management (sales audit, sales reporting, cash operations, loss prevention, etc) & Reporting. Responsibilities: Deliver Results: Participate on the following process areas: As-Is analysis, To-Be guidelines, process design, development, validation, transition (including training prep), deployment.

Contribute in the initial process mapping.
Gather, assess and validate key process and systems design.
Participate in the As-Is business interviews acting as leader for the assigned processes.
Document the As-Is business processes.
Evaluate and formalize current issues and opportunities.
Support the identification of the Regional commonalities and differences.
Recommend steps for future process.
Contribute in the definition of the To-Be processes.
Contribute in the Sandbox configuration to support the To-Be analysis.
Contribute in the definition of the To-Be application map.
Contribute in the identification, evaluation and follow up of any gap within the SAP Retail footprint.
Ensure involvement in the identification and evaluation of the interfaces with external systems and the data conversion requirements.
Identify and evaluate the reporting needs for the assigned processes.
Contribute in the end user security definition.
Contribute in the definition of the detailed implementation plan.
Participate in solution design, Business Process and Report design-testing - ensuring that the new processes, systems and data work effectively in their business.
Provide or assist in providing the system configuration for the assigned processes.
Support the realization of any custom development (functional specifications).
Manage every stage of the system and integration test.
Participate in IT process and report design-testing/execution and end user training development/execution.
Participate in the development and design of pilot strategy and execution.
Assist in the tracking of the project plan for functional area including status updates on task completion, issue and resolution tracking.
Participate in all training related workshops.
Support the Go Live activities.
Front line support to solve or escalate process or system issues.
Responsible for becoming SME for given processes.
Support end users with process & systems expertise during & after implementation.

Make Sound Decisions:

Constantly strive to create/support a common Global Process mentality in the project. Advocate and pursue an integrated approach for the work that reflects a total cross-functional approach rather than a narrow functional or silo approach. Represent all channels, regions, and functions. Lead by example in this area.
Actively engage in a mixed team made also of Business, SAP and external consultant resources and relate/build relationships with WHQ enlarged team.
Assist in developing systems business scenarios.
Assist in ensuring regulatory compliance by region/country.
Demonstrate flexibility. Offer to work in areas or on different tasks as needs occurs.
Stay closely connected to the ?legacy world? to catch any changes in direction early on.

Communicate Effectively:

Deliver organizational relevant periodic messages to functional end users, management, and stakeholders.
Escalate issues as needed to Project Lead, IT Lead, Project Manager, and Program/IT Leadership.
Provide real time feedback on the pulse of the business user groups by communicating issues, concerns, and feedback on process design, solution configuration, and the effectiveness of communication messages.

Champion and Embrace Change:

Support end users with process & systems expertise after implementation.
Advocate compliance of new processes or systems.
Support transition management communications where needed and communicate red flags to Regional IT Project Lead.

Requirements: Min 3 years of retail experience (processes & systems). 5 years overall IT experience. Knowledge of sales audit processes. Minimun high level SAP experience. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint (Access knowledge preferred). SAP Retail knowledge, ERP background & cross-functional team experience preferred. Fluency in English, high level profile communication, meeting facilitation & presentation skills. Ability to drive results & lead in the function. Understand and apply strong customer service skills & knowledge of POS Data Management (sales audit, sales reporting, cash operations, loss prevention, etc) & Reporting. Note: the assignment to the project will be for 2 years. The role starts July 2008 and ends May 2010.

Digital Commerce - Senior Planner - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

Main tasks

Mission: To drive sales and profitability for Digital commerce by creating, maintaining and delivering financial and volume plans and information. Set the strategic direction for the planning team and drive continuous improvement to the planning process, tools and systems. Responsibilities: In-Season Trading: review in-season performance versus monthly seasonal and FY targets :

Monitor performance to plan, reviewing all fiscal year sales, markdown, receipts, transfers, gross/net margin and stock-turn.
Formulate in-season strategies around contract and inventory levels and manage receipts, cancellations, transfers and in season buying working closely with the planners and Merchandising manager to ensure KPI targets are met.
Lead communication between merchandising department and 3PL warehouse working closely with operations department, to ensure merchandising requirements can be met in a timely matter Monitor volume productivity and advice on action to increase performance and reduce transition costs.
Lead load in and transition process.
Ensure financial, and volume forecasting accuracy.

Pre-season Buy Planning: create seasonal financial strategies:

Lead the planning team in seasonal buy planning processes using historical and current trend information taking the merchandising and logistics and financial strategy into account.
Work with Merchandisers to identify opportunities for growth and to reduce liabilities.
Provide decision making information to support the Merchandisers
Deliver numerical strategy in all buy plan reviews with the Buyer for the department and gain approval from Senior Planner of any recommended changes to the strategic and financial plan.

Reporting: provide information to Digital commerce MT, Countries, Finance, Merchandising team, BU and FOP teams:

In close cooperation with the Merchandising manager and finance specialist, ensure one set of the truth of all plans and reports that the teams are working off/towards.
Maintain planning reports for the different stages in the planning cycle.
Constantly review current reporting needs and methods to support merchandising team.
Provide ad hoc information and analyses.

Team Management, HR Planning and People Management:

Lead and develop the digital commerce planning organization.
Effectively staff, train, and develop planners to ensure functional excellence.
Develop and coach the planning team ? building a strong bench, leading the HRP process to ensure succession plans are in place. Create, lead, value and leverage a diverse team.
Ensure that CFE goals, performance management, training, and recognition programs are in place to drive performance.
Lead and manage organizational change to achieve business initiatives. Work collaboratively with key NIKE partners.

Process Improvement: implement best practice & align with finance, IT and merchandising requirements:

Continually review the effectiveness of merchandising planning tools and create the vision and framework to improve planning systems and processes. Drive modifications improving work efficiency, forecasting accuracy, data mgt and increased reporting capabilities.
Drive consistency in tools & processes across the team, seeking efficiency gains to improve existing processes.
Support the successful implementation of new systems and processes that will be rolled out as part of Retail Connect.

Develop and Maintain Relatinships: build & develop a strong working relationship with:

Merchandising team members.
Relevant members of Digital commerce team in marketing, production, operations and finance.
IT.
Retail supply chain team.
Retail GMM planning team.

Fiscal Year Planning: support Senior planner to develop mid/long-term plans:

Translate financial yearly targets into Digital commerce plans.
Provide historical information to create accurate plans.
Scenario planning for futures and close outs.

Requirements: Education/Experience: 4-year Degree in business or Numeric-based degree with 3+ years of Merchandise planning/buying experience in an international retail environment. 5-7 Years experience in a retail office environment without degree. Other: Strong analytical skills, retail math?s specialist, experienced in multi-currency calculations. Management experience in a planning environment. Technical: Must possess computer skills: Advanced Excel, Power Point, Merchandising system, Planning tool and experience with systems. Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.

Marketing Coordinator Nike Factory Stores - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands

Main tasks

Mission: Responsible to coordinate and implement initiatives which are creating an exiting shopping environment in Nike Factory stores, such as graphic material and sales promotion. Drive and coordinate Marketing initiatives through all EMEA Factory Stores in order to accelerate sell-through in NIKE Retail. Responsibilities: Promotions and Graphic support. Collect information from departments involved and drive message through to stores

Be part of the core team around key initiatives in stores and provide feedback and direction around marketing support.
Work together with graphic design/Marketing agency to support the development of store graphics.
Working closely with printing company/vendor to ensure the right amounts will be sent out and follow up special requests and local restrictions/requirements.
Responsible for ordering window package, graphic package as well as supporting the development process of mentioned elements.
Collect and give feedback around layout and content of POS materials; Promotions, Generic Signage, Marketing Initiatives and implementations.

Marketing Calendar and Marketing tools

Develop and roll out various marketing tools to increase traffic in our store, support key initiatives and store openings.
Track the success of Marketing tools in all stores and look for improvements.
Ensure correct usage of Marketing tools and Nike CI within EMEA FS business.
Budget tracking and PO creating for Marketing tools and visual material.
Assist stores and Marketing Manager in all marketing related questions.

Community investment

Maintain and improve Grant program.
Own the processes around the Grant program and instruct all parties involved.
Continuously seek for more opportunities in community involvement.
Maintain and improve Reuse a shoe program in FS.

Requirements: Education: 4-year Degree in Marketing or business related field prefered. Experience: 1-2 years in a marketing and retail environment beneficial. 2-4 years work experience in Marketing agency or Retail with strong brand exposure is preferred. Experience with implementing Retail marketing strategies. Technical: Proficiency on Excel and PowerPoint required. Graphic programs such as Adobe illustrator and Photoshop preferred. Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken. Other European languages beneficial