JOB TITLE: Partner Account Manager, SG Retail Stores

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? 

We are in search of a leader with a sharp business acumen, an eye for detail and who loves coaching others. We need someone who has inspiring energy, with a passion for people and sport, and transforming the marketplace. We are looking for an individual with a keen understanding to spot growth opportunities in Retail , demonstrating an agility to learn amidst a complex retail environment, and a commitment to develop talent 

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON? 

In this role, you will: 

• Lead, drive, coach, and inspire our store teams. 

• Manage our portfolio of Partner, mono-brand stores in Singapore, and ensure that Strategy is executed throughout the Fleet, while developing territory-specific strategy and targets that ensure premium consumer experiences and joint profitability. 

• Develop plans and drive the efforts to elevate Nike stores, aligned with territory and geography strategic priorities. Own the Fleet Review Process and create action plans to accelerate the strategy. 

• Drive the service offense within our stores inclusive of foundational service, new services, and seamless, in partnership with store operations, training and retail brand. 

• Manage the day-to-day business, analyzing the wins and opportunities and enabling quick decisions and solutions. Provide details on the marketplace and fleet performance on a weekly basis to geography teams and key partners. 

• Partner across functions to provide solutions to support the company strategy. Lead seasonal readiness for the fleet across multiple efforts: service, brand, operations, training, and product. 

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH? 

You will report directly to the Stores Director, Nike Direct Stores Southeast Asia and India; You will collaborate with equally passionate teammates spanning Merchandising, Planning, Retail Marketing, Partner Directors, Real Estate, Store Construction, Retail Operation and Nike Athlete Experience Team. You will work with stakeholders across SEA&I territory, Asia Pacific and Latin America geography. 

WHAT YOU BRING TO NIKE - 

• Education: Masters or Bachelor’s degree  

• Experience: 10+ years’ experience in retail sector and store, or district management experience 

• Retail Acumen: Understanding of the retail business model, including an understanding of today’s shifting retail landscape and the implications thereof to retail business models and their future financial performance. 

• Relationship Management Skills: Proven ability to develop and maintain high profile, influential and collaborative relationships across teams, functions and layers. 

•  High-Profile Communication and Influencing Skills: Demonstrated adeptness with high-profile communication. Skills include excellent verbal and written communication of complex and/or controversial topics and concepts; meeting facilitation; effective communication on status, issues, risks and opportunities with senior leadership teams – both internal and external, and a proven ability to influence key business decisions. 

• Team Management Skills: Proven experience managing complex projects and initiatives, Track Record of inspiring and managing high-performing teams. 

• Mobility & Travel Expectations – This is a role that is expected to be obsessing Operational Excellence physically in stores, located outside the Corporate Office, spends 80-90% of the Time, 3-4 days a week outside the Office