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Store Manager (Head Coach) - Rugby

5 days ago Rugby, United Kingdom

The future of Nike has never looked better.

Our purpose is to unite the world through sport to create a healthy planet, active communities, and an equal playing field for all. Within our Nike Retail organization, you'll be part of a diverse & inclusive team with opportunities for personal growth and professional development, all in a work environment where you can be your authentic self.

In our NIKE Retail Stores we use special job names for our positions: a Store Manager is called "Head Coach", an Assistant Store Manager is called "Assistant Head Coach", a department manager is called "Coach", a team leader is called "Lead" and a Sales Associates is called "Athlete".

As a Nike Head Coach, your mission is to bring Nike to life for our consumers. The Head Coach is accountable for developing both leaders and athletes within a high volume store to successfully implement Nike's programs and premium consumer experience(s) in service of driving positive business results.

You will work on:

  • Creating a welcoming environment in the store to provide a unique shopping experience to our consumers
  • Building, leading, and developing a diverse team and ensuring an excellent work atmosphere
  • Managing store budgets and operations to reach sales targets, optimize services and improve customer satisfaction
  • Supporting and implementing NIKE's strategy in your store (e.g. sustainability, membership, digital services)
  • Providing insights for an optimized positioning of the store in the local region
  • Ensuring that the store complies with all NIKE standards and guidelines
  • Cooperating with your business partners across stores and HQ

What you bring:

  • A passion for NIKE and/or love of sport
  • Demonstrated store management experience
  • Experience and ability to lead the delivery of a high level of customer service in a brand retailer
  • Ability to build, lead with courage and manage high performing teams
  • Effective communication skills
  • Fluency in English
  • Ability to use retail business systems & Microsoft Office
  • Flexibility to work in shifts and on weekends

What you get:

  • Attractive salary that evolves with the market and experience
  • Opportunity to receive monthly bonus payments
  • Attractive Benefits Package
  • Exciting development and career opportunities
  • Regular training on leadership, sales and products
  • A dynamic and motivating environment which values Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)
  • Attractive online and in-store employee discounts
  • Apparel to represent NIKE and foster our team spirit
  • Opportunities to participate in unique NIKE moments

Apply now online

We are waiting for you!

* Please note that relocation support is not provided for this role

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Client-provided location(s): Rugby, United Kingdom
Job ID: nike-21272_R-79457
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-02-20T18:48:52

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Veteran founded/led