Senior Buyer, Omni Nike Direct Merchandising – NikeSKIMS

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WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

We work closely with fellow merchants, buyers and cross-functional teams within NA Nike Direct; Digital and Stores Buying, Geo Sport Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, and Brand Marketing. We also work with Site Experience, operations and the insights/analytics teams; relying on business reporting which includes quantitative and qualitative metrics on sales, inventory and consumer behavior.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

For Nike merchants, everything begins and ends with the consumer! We are looking for consumerists with an affinity for product that enjoys the energy of moving at the pace of retail and the consumer. A successful Senior Buyer will thrive and contribute to a positive and progressive team dynamic, as well as lead in a way that elevates the total team. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

This role is uniquely responsible for adapting & curating consumer right assortments with end in mind for the Omni Nike Direct business (NDDC and NSO) by using historical data, analytics and real-time market feedback to advise the future seasons, while winning today (in-season read & react/selling). The Merchandising team understands consumer needs and market opportunities to craft the product mix. We blend art with science to bring Nike’s vision to life. The team has the ability to see beyond trends and identify new market opportunities, delivering the right product, at the right price, in the right place, at the right time.

The candidate should possess proven retail competence and analytical abilities, have an understanding of stores and digital environments, and bring a consumerist perspective to the team and business. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• 4+ years’ experience in footwear or apparel buying and/or merchandising, product creation and/or retail in a vertical, multi-brand or digital environment
• Strong affinity for current market trends and how Nike apparel can continue to be a style leader in the marketplace
• Footwear, Apparel, Equipment or relevant consumer product buying and/or merchandising experience
• Understanding of common retail key performance indicators and/or digital profit-based metrics such as sell-through, turn, AUR, Demand, Conversion and others
• Communicates vision and purpose and able to lead effectively in complex situations
• Experience developing strong working relationships with teammates and comfort navigating a cross-functional matrix with an emphasis on influencing skills
• Self-directed, independent, and dedicated
• Cultivates innovation while also ensuring accountability
• Solves problems using limited information and implements solutions with the ability to foresee most future implications
• Advises others on complex matters requiring in-depth knowledge or conceptual thinking
• Attention to detail, understanding the importance of consistency
• Ability to contribute to and drive strategy into action that shape the future of the business
• Values differences and builds strong relationships with high cultural awareness
• Proven balance of art and science in decision-making
• Responds with speed and agility, curiosity, and motivation

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You will own bringing the seasonal NikeSKIMS assortment to life on Nike Direct Digital (NDDC) and in Nike Stores (NSO). You will understand and integrate holistic NikeSKIMS strategy for NA Direct Merchandising with a focus on assortment size, capacity tiers, strength and timing of flow. You will understand related aspects of the business and marketplace in making your plans, including coordinating between sports, brands (NikeSKIMS, Nike & Jordan) and how individual products or collections impact each other. You will collaborate cross functionally to ensure assortment plans meet consumer demand and flow strategies execute.

You will hone consumer-centric assortment plans across multiple seasons with an understanding of Nike Direct’s position in the market & competitive landscape to blend fact-based and intuitive inputs. You will participate in seasonal buy reviews and in-season trading to influence actions to optimize growth with your critical partners.

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NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.