WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

You will be part of the Nike Direct Digital Commerce Operations team and report to the 3PP Merchandising Operations Manager. You will work closely with the Nike Stores (Digital, NSO and NVS) Merchandising team for your assigned segment and collaborate daily with cross-functional partners, including Nike Global Vendors, Merchandising, Planning, Supply Chain, Commerce, Allocation and Liquidation

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

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We are looking for a Nike Direct Merchandising Operations Specialist to join our dynamic, fast‑paced Operations 3PP team based at Nike’s European Headquarters in the Netherlands.

Third-Party Products (3PP) are products created and supplied by external vendors that are sold through Nike Direct channels and Nike Marketplace Partner (NMP) channels.

As 3PP continues to expand within Nike Direct, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both operational excellence and process evolution. You will work closely with internal Nike teams and external partners to support the successful execution of 3PP activations while helping identify opportunities to improve and scale the ways of working that support this growing business

This role is key to ensuring the seamless execution of seasonal assortments across all Nike Direct channels. The Specialist supports day‑to‑day operational execution to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery, while also contributing to projects related to the tools and systems used by the team. In addition, the role partners closely with external vendors to support the inclusion of third‑party product assortments in the seasonal buy.

To be successful in this role, you are highly detail‑oriented with a strong analytical mindset and a creative, solution‑focused approach. You are an effective communicator who can connect stakeholders and bring others along on the team’s journey. Most importantly, you are continuously seeking opportunities to simplify, improve, and evolve processes and tools.

Key attributes:

• Strong operational and analytical mindset with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to coordinate cross‑functional execution across multiple Nike Direct channels
• Excellent communication skills with proven stakeholder management capability
• Proactive, solution‑oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Comfortable working with merchandising tools, systems, and data

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You will support the operational execution of Nike’s seasonal assortments across Nike Direct channels (Digital, NSO and NVS). Working closely with Merchandising, Planning, and cross‑functional partners, you will help coordinate buying and trading activities, maintain operational tools, and ensure the right product reaches the right consumer at the right time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the operational execution of seasonal assortment plans across Nike Direct channels
• Coordinating day‑to‑day merchandising operations with Merchandising, Planning, and cross‑functional teams
• Maintaining and managing merchandising tools, systems, and operational data accuracy
• Supporting buying and trading processes to ensure timely and accurate product availability
• Monitoring execution across channels to ensure consistency and operational excellence
• Identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improve workflows
• Contributing to projects that enhance tools, systems, and merchandising operations capabilities

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Monday 3rd of August 2026

NO RELOCATION AVAILABLE