Lead, Global Retail Marketing, Visual Merchandising

Nike • Philadelphia, PA

220d

About The Position

The Visual Merchandising (VM) function is responsible for developing and implementing inspiring, premium and elevated consumer experiences and product presentations for the Nike brand. The VM team works collaboratively across brand and business partners to develop product journeys, presentation strategies, as well as playbooks that set the standard and create a distinct point of view for the brand at retail. Additionally, the VM Team works directly with business, operations and design functions to develop, drive and scale new concepts / retail expansion for the Nike brand across the marketplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Design or related field, or a suitable combination of education, experience, or training.
• 4-6 years experience in Visual Merchandising in lieu of a degree.
• Strong visual background with previous experience in a large scale vertical retail environment.
• Experience working cross-functionally to influence decisions and drive change at scale.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong influencing & negotiating skills.
• Confident presentation and computer skills with command of Outlook calendar, Excel, PowerPoint and Keynote.
• Ability to travel approximately 4 times per year.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of current retail landscape and the latest trends and innovations for retail.
• Can-do demeanor with the shown ability to adapt to changes in business needs or direction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver presentation strategies, standards and tools for geography teams to implement in Nike and partner retail locations globally.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to execute a Global Nike Store Visual Merchandising strategy, including mannequin and fixture strategy support.
• Drive Playbook development strategy and inputs.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with VM Geo partners to ensure the flow of updates related to Concept development.
• Lead Cross-Concept/Season-less work streams in partnership with VM Concept Manager, VM CFOP teams and X-Functional partners.
• Assist in the development of store specific zone plans, product journeys and assortment-presentation plans.
• Support the development of processes, tools, zoning strategy, and product journey presentation plans that enable the expansion of Nike Stores.

Benefits

• Accommodations for interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, and closed captioning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree