EKIN- Marketplace
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, it is about each person bringing skills
and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving the game.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Does the sight of a fresh pair of running shoes make you want to hit the pavement
immediately? Do you get excited at the prospect of leading store employees
through a technical breakdown of Nike's running shoe lineup? Are you passionate
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about helping others discover their love for sport? If you thrive in retail, enjoy
learning about the needs of athletes, and live for the "moment of truth" when they
choose the perfect shoe to carry them through their season, this could be the job
for you!
In 1981, Nike created the EKIN team (EKIN is "Nike" spelled backwards) to serve
as Nike's Athlete Missionaries, building deep and meaningful relationships with
athletes in the community. EKINs served as the baton between Nike's products
and customers, sharing product insights and innovations while converting others
to discover a passion for sport.
Today, the EKIN team continues that mission, bringing Nike's inspiration and
innovation to athletes around the globe. While this role has a strong focus on
running, EKINs represent Nike across all sports, ensuring that every athlete can
find the right gear to make athlete dreams real.
You'll help maintain brand consistency, build relationships, and deliver exceptional
educational experiences, in Nike-owned stores, with key retail partners and the
community.
We are looking for an EKIN to join our team based in [xX]. The ideal candidate is a
dedicated sport enthusiast, with a particular passion for running, a background in
retail, and excellent presentation skills. These qualities have driven EKINs success
for over 40 years, and they will continue to power Nike for the next 50.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
Bringing key Nike business and brand stories to life across the marketplace as
Nike's product authority
Leveraging marketplace expertise to develop locally-relevant seasonal plans
aligned with city or geo marketing teams
Leveraging your passion and position to strategically authenticate Nike brand
stories in the marketplace
Creating experiential training sessions that energize Retail Associates in your
market with effective tools that drive reach and impact across multiple formats
including video, virtual and immersive in-person sessions.
Actively participate in the running community. You will integrate and collaborate
with the community in meaningful and impactful ways that reinforce Nike's
mission and beliefs.
You will serve as Nike's eyes and ears, shaping marketplace insights with
observations of the consumer, product, competition, and trends.
WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH
You will report into the Territory EKIN Manager and will work closely with your
Centralized EKIN team, Territory EKIN teams, and City/Geography Marketing
teams to prioritize seasonal opportunities. You will collaborate with Account
Training & Delivery partners to optimize education touchpoints against the holistic
vision of athlete education in your market and more broadly. You will work with
Field Leadership teams, Store teams, and Retail Store Operations team as
execution partners. Additionally, you will manage external vendor partners in the
creation of training events.
WHAT YOU BRING TO NIKE
Bachelor's degree or higher; or combination of relevant education, experience,
and training
2 years of retail, sales, customer service, mentoring, or instructing experience
Demonstrated knowledge of the running market as it relates to consumer trends,
local market hot spots, and retail destinations
Ability to connect and inspire people, meeting facilitation and making
strategic recommendations
Ability to drive a culture of always-on testing and learning, including the rapid
application of consumer signals into strategy, planning, and content iteration
Must have a deep passion for the NIKE brand and sports
Positive and active presence on social media and across the digital world with
experience in content creation and online storytelling
Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% of the time
Must lift heavy objects and sample bags that weigh up to 50 lbs.
Experience with an event agency or large scale special events preferred but not
required
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it.
Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a
diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional
development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares
one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in
the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants
will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran
status, or disability.