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NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

You’ll be a member of the Nike Direct Stores Real Estate team and report into one of the Real Estate Portfolio Manager in the department. In this hyper dynamic environment, you need to be on the offense to drive clarity and move with speed to achieve the needed results. You will support to build and execute retail real estate portfolio plans through strong collaboration with the real estate portfolio managers in alignment with Field leadership, Store construction, Facilities, Finance, Business and Legal teams. Externally you will manage retail real estate brokers and support negotiations with landlords and investors.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an experienced retail real estate professional with a strong foundation in complex deal-making and negotiations. A person with a proven track record working for a retail brand in a highly matrixed organization. A person with a collaborative mindset yet able to push the boundaries to achieve business goals.

  • Foundational experience in retail real estate (management, acquisition, optimization) for an international retailer working on a regional and/or global scope! This role requires an immediately operationalized individual

  • Experience supporting new acquisition as well as existing portfolio optimization projects from research, project kick off, negotiations, lease analysis to handover in close collaboration with the Real Estate Portfolio Managers.

  • Analytical, communication, presentation and negotiating skills – you will have a very high number of internal & external partners that you handle that requires tailored communication & collaboration styles

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively run multiple priorities

  • Results driven, you will remain a strong teammate with positive attitude

  • Comfortable working autonomously as well as part of a team

  • Proficiency in English is crucial, both written and verbally

  • Strong knowledge of excel & a solid understanding of SmartSheets

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

As a Senior Specialist Real Estate, you will support to build and drive the execution of portfolio plans through excellent cross functional collaboration: negotiating leases and delivering successful new store locations, enlargements and optimization that enables Nike to achieve its growth and profitability targets.

  • Support detailed site assessments process

  • Supervising and driving actions on critical dates and lease obligations 

  • Optimizing the existing store portfolio by conducting renegotiations 

  • Assist financial modelling & business case planning 

  • Handling real estate agencies to support the transaction process 

  • Negotiating letter of intents, lease amendments and lease agreements 

  • Prepare board approval documentation and coordinating approvals processes 

  • Building marketplace reality (rent levels) and (real estate) reviews of existing stores

  • Control pipeline reports and other project related reporting

  • Support the preparation of Fleet reviews and business review meetings

Role closes Thursday April 9th 2026 (End of Day) and is not available for relocation

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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What You Can Expect

OUR HIRING GAME PLAN

01 Apply

Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.

02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment

If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete.  No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.

03 Interview

Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.

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