WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
At Nike, we believe great teams build the future - and the Inline Stores Merchandising team is doing just that. We're currently hiring Merchant to join us in leading the next chapter of Nike Inline Stores across EMEA.
You'll be part of a tight-knit, high-impact team of Merchandisers who are obsessed with delivering the Best Expression of Nike in our most pinnacle retail doors. This is where global brand direction meets local consumer energy - where innovation, passion for sport and storytelling come together in some of most iconic cities of Europe right on front of our consumers.
In this role, you'll work within a cross-functional squad model. Together, you'll drive sharp seasonal assortment strategies, prepare new store openings with amazing product offer, and reply with product programs on city-specific moments that put the consumer at the Center.
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But more than just what we do - it's how we do it! Our team is driven by purpose and powered by values that show up every day: Trust and inclusion are our air - we collaborate, respect, and uplift each other. Positivity and confidence are our ground - we lead with belief, resilience, and momentum. Curiosity and courage are what keep us moving forward - always learning, always challenging, always pushing for better. If you're ready to contribute to something bigger, and be part of a team that's passionate, bold, and supportive; this is your moment.
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WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for a senior-level Merchandiser or Buyer with the skills, mindset, and experience to drive impact in a dynamic Nike Stores environment.
You'll thrive in this role if you bring:
- Proven experience in retail merchandising or buying, with a focus on retail assortment building and delivering against retail KPIs (productivity, sell-through, CR%).
- A strong strategic mindset paired with hands-on experience in end-to-end assortment planning across multiple seasons and store types.
- The ability to translate consumer and marketplace insights into actionable product plans and door-level line plans.
- Fluency in Excel (advanced level), PowerPoint, and Tableau for data analysis, business storytelling, and seasonal performance tracking.
- Demonstrated success in cross-functional project management, including store openings or new product line launches, working across Planning, Allocation, Marketing, and Field.
WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
As a Senior Merchant on the Inline Stores team, you will be at the forefront of delivering Nike's brand vision in the most premium and experience-driven stores across EMEA.
We know we're doing a successful job when we:
- Lead the seasonal assortment strategy and planning that connects Nike's global direction with a locally relevant lens - fueling growth and brand distinction across 26 Nike-owned doors.
- Deliver sharp door-level seasonal assortments that respond to consumer needs, marketplace shifts, and local energy moments - ensuring the right product shows up in the right city, at the right time.
- Shape the future of Nike Stores, contributing to key initiatives like new store openings, store format strategy evolutions, and product storytelling across key business areas .
- Elevate seasonal execution through insight, using performance data, local trend foresight, and marketplace feedback to continually improve the way our assortments come to life in-store.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration and alignment across Planning, Allocation, Consumer Merch, Store team, and Field team, while keeping the consumer at the center.
We're looking for Merchants who don't just meet expectations - they exceed them. People who think differently, lead boldly, and pioneer new ways of working in retail.
This is your opportunity to help define what great looks like in Nike's most visible retail environment - our home court - Nike Inline stores.