Word onderdeel van het NIKE, Inc. team
NIKE, Inc. doet meer dan alleen de beste atleten ter wereld uitrusten. Ons bedrijf is een plek om volledig tot ontplooiing te komen, grenzen af te breken en het onmogelijke mogelijk te maken. Wij zoeken naar mensen die kunnen groeien, denken, dromen en creëren. Kenmerkend voor onze cultuur is dat we diversiteit omarmen en voorstellingsvermogen belonen. Als merk zoeken we naar presteerders, leiders en visionairs. Bij NIKE, Inc. draait het om iedereen die vaardigheden en passie met zich meebrengt naar dit uitdagende en voortdurend veranderende spel.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
This role will be part of the Nike Japan Demand Supply Management (DSM) team, reporting to the Nike Japan Nike Marketplace (NMP) Planning Director and working closely with the Marketplace Unit.
Within DSM, this position will receive seasonal guidance from the ABC Mart Merchandising Financial Planner before the season and will hand off responsibilities to the Marketplace Supply Chain (MSC) just before the season begins. This role will also collaborate closely with Operations to confirm deliveries, Inventory Operations to assess excess or short inventory positions, and the Nike Value Stores (NVS) marketplace planning team for liquidation. The Territory Merchandising team and Sales will be vital partners in initiating depth planning for the season.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We seek a candidate who will lead pre-season depth planning along with in-season and post-season activities related to the ABC Mart business. The ideal person should demonstrate strong leadership skills that support the growth of Nike Japan. This role will serve as an objective partner to the Marketplace Unit (MPU) teams, driving clear, thoughtful, and fact-based business decisions. You will need to understand product offerings, the marketplace, insights, and marketing strategies to inform demand and inventory forecasts. Collaboration with key cross-functional stakeholders on pre-season and in-season risks and opportunities will be essential. We are looking for an individual who cultivates an end-to-end process improvement mindset to optimize ways of working. Nike is committed to creating a rewarding experience for every consumer, and your contributions as part of the demand and supply management team will significantly impact our success. Key leadership competencies include embracing and leading change, acting with courage, valuing differences, thinking strategically, and cultivating innovation.
5+ years’ experience in Buying, Planning, Allocation and/or Vendor Sales for a multi-store retailer or Assortment Planning experience with other apparel/ footwear wholesale organization
A Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
A comprehensive understanding of retail math, including gross margin profitability planning.
Strong and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and influence others.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office applications; high proficiency in Excel, including creating spreadsheets, advanced formulas, pivot tables, etc.
Strong oral and written communication skills (in both English and Japanese)
Experience in developing an understanding of customers, competitors and retail trends; knowledge of sports apparel and footwear market preferred
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
You will influence and drive alignment on the seasonal assortment plan for ABC Mart, providing your expertise based on consumer behavior, trends, and marketing activities.
Conduct detailed seasonal analyses based on actual sales results to inform future seasonal financial planning.
Develop a seasonal assortment plan at the style-color level (and for Key Franchises) for footwear, apparel, and equipment products to maximize revenue, enhance margins, and optimize inventory. (Season 4) to maximize revenue, margin and optimize inventory. (Season 4)
Collaborate with the Account Executive to negotiate with partners, adopting the suggested assortment plan and managing the partner’s seasonal order entry to ensure compliance with company deadlines and order integrity.
Create and communicate weekly sales results, detailing both positive and negative outcomes along with potential action plans.
Monthly, create and manage a Stock & Sales Plan for key franchises, providing inventory outlooks for future buying decisions.
Oversee Product Offer End Date extensions, manage returns, and coordinate stock transfers.
ZO WERKT ONS SOLLICITATIEPROCES
01 Solliciteer
Onze teams bestaan uit mensen met diverse vaardigheden, kennis, input, ideeën en achtergronden. We willen dat je op de juiste plek terechtkomt: bekijk de functiebeschrijvingen, afdelingen en teams om te ontdekken welke functie bij je past.
02 Maak kennis met een recruiter of doe een test
Als je wordt geselecteerd voor een functie binnen Corporate, neemt een recruiter contact met je op om het sollicitatieproces te starten. Deze recruiter blijft gedurende het hele proces je belangrijkste contactpersoon. Voor functies binnen Retail doe je een interactieve test die bestaat uit een chat en quizzen. Deze test neemt ongeveer 10-20 minuten in beslag. Ongeacht de functie willen we meer te weten komen over jou, dus schroom niet om te laten zien hoe je service van wereldklasse benadert en wat jou uniek maakt.
03 Sollicitatiegesprek
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