Senior Partner Representative – Zalando

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

You will report to the Zalando Commercial Director and work closely with the Sales team. Internally, you will collaborate cross functionally with Sports Teams, Merchandising, Assortment Planning, Marketing, Marketplace Supply Chain, and Finance. Externally, you will build strong relationships with Zalando Buying and Merchandising teams within your Sport to optimize business performance.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Senior Partner Representative to join the Zalando team, contributing to the growth and elevation of the Nike business with our largest digital partner in EMEA. The ideal candidate brings a growth mindset, acts as a positive influence, and is eager to learn and develop. They are excited to be part of a people‑focused, talented, motivated, and business‑driven team.

The ideal candidate has:

• Strong communication and relationship management skills

• An analytical mindset, with confidence in using data and digital tools

• A strong sense of accountability, collaboration, and a team‑first mentality

• A passion for product, innovation, sport, and serving consumers

• Experience in sales, account management, merchandising, and/or planning

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

In this role, you will own defined commercial, assortment, and planning topics for Brand Impact Sports (Tennis, Golf, Skateboard & Basketball), working closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver profitable growth and premium consumer experiences.

• Partner and relationship management with buyer level counterparts

• Commercial execution, owning your Sport from sell‑in through sell‑out

• Business planning and seasonal forecasting, identifying risks and pursuing opportunities in line with Sports Team targets

• Leveraging sales data and digital tools to optimize Sport performance

• Optimizing trade and driving seasonal At‑Once and Always Available business

• Assortment ownership aligned to consumer led merchandising frameworks

• Delivering strong digital consumer experiences together with Marketing & Zalando counterparts

Relocation is not available for this position

Applications for this role will be accepted until March 11th, 2026

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.