NIKE, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and commercially minded professional to join the Nike Stores Partnered (NSP) team as Lead, NSP Account Executive. The role partners with strategic retail partners across EMEA to drive business performance and bring Nike’s NSP NXT model to life.
What you will work on
- Own marketplace execution across your Sport and/or Territory scope and maximize mutual profitability through account management and business planning.
- Lead the seasonal sell-in process with partner buyers and planners, ensuring adoption of Nike’s Sport strategies, seasonal priorities, and assortments.
- Partner with Planning and Finance teams on target setting, retail sales forecasting, Open-to-Buy, and franchise planning.
- Represent partner needs during GTM milestones and Sport squad discussions.
- Identify risks and opportunities across seasonal plans and drive actions that improve business performance.
- Lead seasonal hindsight reviews and Partner Connect sell-in moments.
- Collaborate with Merchandising teams to optimize assortments and support priority and pinnacle stores.
- Drive Sales & Operations Planning processes with cross-functional teams.
- Analyze in-season performance to improve productivity, profitability, and marketplace execution.
- Manage order books, stock and sales plans, and inventory health while ensuring adherence to commercial terms.
Who you will work with
You will be part of the EMEA NSP Team within Nike Direct and collaborate with partner buyers, planners, and finance teams, as well as internal Merchandising, Planning, Sports Marketing, Marketing, Visual Merchandising & Styling, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.
What you bring
- 5+ years of experience in Sales, Retail Planning, Merchandising, Operations, Account Management, or a related commercial function.
- Ability to build strong relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Excellent analytical and commercial acumen, with the ability to use data to drive decisions.
- Experience in retail, financial, and business planning.
- Strong merchandising knowledge and product acumen.
- Experience with GTM processes, seasonal planning cycles, or partner account management environments is preferred.
Application deadline: 19 August 2026. Relocation support is not offered for this opportunity.
NIKE, Inc. offers a total rewards package, a casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional development. NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.