Lead Buyer, Nike Factory Stores

Lead Buyer, Nike Factory Stores

We are hiring for two Lead Buyer positions, supporting either Men's NSW / Jordan Apparel or Women's NSW / Jordan Footwear. We work closely with fellow merchants, buyers, and cross-functional teams within Nike Factory Stores; in particular Digital and Stores Buying, Consumer Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Visual Merchandising, and Brand Marketing. We also work with finance, operations, and the insights / analytics teams; relying on business reporting which includes quantitative and qualitative metrics on sales, inventory, and consumer behaviors. You will report to the Footwear or Apparel Director of your team.

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 Lead Buyer will thrive and contribute to a positive and progressive team dynamic, as well as lead in a way that elevates the total team. This role is responsible for adapting and curating consumer-right assortments with end in mind for the Nike Factory Store business by using historical data, analytics, and real-time market feedback to advise the future (coming seasons) while winning today (in-season read & react / selling & serving)! The candidate should possess proven retail competence and analytical abilities, have an understanding of retail environments, and bring a consumerist perspective to the team and business. They are comfortable mentoring the daily work of individual contributors within a structured coaching framework.

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, or training. A minimum of 6+ years directly relevant work experience + product creation and / or retail in a vertical, multi-brand or digital environment. Strong affinity for current market trends and how Nike can continue to be a leader in the marketplace. Footwear, Apparel, Equipment or relevant consumer product buying and / or merchandising experience. Understanding of common retail profit-based metrics such as sell-through, turn, ASP, UPT and others. Ability to contribute to and drive strategy into action. Ability to travel up to 20%.

You will own bringing the seasonal assortment to life in Nike Factory Stores. You will understand related aspects of the business and marketplace in making your plans, including coordinating between genders, brands (Nike & Jordan) and how individual products or collections impact each other. You will collaborate cross functionally to ensure assortment plans meet consumer demand and strategies execute. You will hone consumer-centric assortment plans across multiple seasons with an understanding of Nike Factory Stores' 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.

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, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location, and your contact information.