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Nike Lead, Partner Rep NSP Canada in Toronto, Ontario
PLEASE NOTE: This hybrid position is 4 days/week at our Downtown Toronto Head Office (Mondays to Thursdays) and Fridays (remote office) and is an individual contributor role.
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NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to an exciting and constantly evolving game!
Who we are looking for
A Lead Partner Representative that is passionate about the brand and will be responsible in driving a portion of the Nike Store Partner (NSP) business located in Canada.
You must be a consumerist at heart, with an understanding of sophisticated business issues and the ability to creatively address problems for Nike Canada through the lens of our consumer.
A successful candidate will bring a consistent track record improving data, insights, and analytics to make decisions and inspire change, with a proven understanding of product and business trends.
What you will work on
You will lead a portion of the Nike Store Partner business in Canada and provide account feedback to key partners, including the Senior Manager for NSP.
Use market knowledge on product trends, pricing and the competition to improve product placement and sell through for the best representation of our brand.
Grounded in data analytics to advise consumer-right strategic direction and opportunity, you will develop accurate and realistic go-to-market plans, seasonal assortments, forecasts and strategic plans.
Conduct seasonal business reviews with NSP buyers, develop and complete distribution plans, supervise the marketplace and elevate assortment plans.
You will meet all reporting goals in a timely and consistent manner while maintaining positive internal relationships.
Provide outstanding customer service by developing and maintaining positive relationships with key customer personnel at all levels of the customer’s business.
Who you will work with
While reporting to the Nike Canada Senior Manager of NSP, you will partner with the NSP buyers and allocators regularly when developing plans and forecasts
You'll engage internal Nike corporate teammates (Merchandising, Marketing, Planning, Finance) who will help to support, drive and collaborate in making informed decisions in the best interest of both Nike and the Store Partner.
You will establish and maintain strong communication with North American counterparts to ensure alignment within the business.
What you bring
You have 4+ years proven experience in strategic account management, driving and implementing the long-term strategy for the account
Strength in developing and clearly communicating a strategic viewpoint to help instill trust, establish relationships, and nurture credibility amongst team members.
A proven track record of using industry, consumer and account data, to inspire change
Team first mentality with an enterprise approach to grow both business and internal culture as part of a ONE TEAM environment
Skills to lead and influence cross functional peers in professional discussions and often sophisticated decisions
Bachelors’ Degree suggested or higher in the field of sales or economics or relevant topic
Ability to travel as required to sales meetings across Canada & USA
GEO/Territory/International travel as required (GTM, key accounts, industry meetings)
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 committed to employing a diverse workforce. 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.
MY NEXT: Be Empowered to Grow within Nike and Create the Future
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the City of Toronto’s Accommodation Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance when contacted for interviews.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.