Professional, Sports Marketing Operations Account Specialist EMEA

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

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, Inc. it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

NIKE, Inc. exists to innovate for athletes. Nike Sports Marketing professionals provide the vital linkage between the company and Nike-sponsored athletes, clubs and federations worldwide. Sports Marketing employees partner with premier athletes to collect insights about existing and future products, gather inspirational stories about sport and nurture long-term relationships between the athletes and the company. The team develops and executes sports marketing strategies, obtains endorsements and licensing agreements and serves as Nike ambassadors to the sports community worldwide. Their relationships build the foundation of Nike's product creation: Nike creates exceptional products because its employees listen to exceptional athletes.

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

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 a challenging and constantly evolving game.

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

You will report to the SM Clubs & Feds Operations Manager, and you will work closely with the wider SM Operations team in EHQ, the SM Football Reps in the key cities, DSM (S&IP), ELC (Distribution Centre), the Global SM counterparts, and the Global Sports Apparel team based in WHQ.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Based in EHQ, we are looking for an Account Specialist for Clubs & Federations Operations in the Sports Marketing Department. In this role, you are responsible for the service of Nike's contracted football clubs and federations across EMEA

• Prior work experience in a supply chain, operations, allocation, or planning role
• Strong analytical skills which support delivering operational excellence
• Innovative mentality and proven track record in leading and delivering process improvement
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams and (external facing) partners
• Strong digital literacy is required, including proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel), SAP, Cognos and Tableau
• Demonstrated passion for football and a strong interest in the sports industry. Knowledge of current trends and developments in football and other sports
• Experience working in or with sports organizations is a plus
• Proficiency in Italian is a must, proficiency in German is a nice-to-have

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

As an Account Specialist you will be responsible for the holistic service of a number of clubs and/or federations in EMEA. The main areas of responsibility are:

Drive service excellence across the assets of your responsibility:

• Product planning, forecast review, inbound tracking and deliveries planning
• Promo line, adoption and setup
• Order management
• Support, guidance and assistance to the assets

Operational excellence

• Ensure we deliver the right product at the right time and place
• Develop, monitor and execute monthly shipping plans
• Monitor 'Gift of Kit' spending per asset
• Proactively identify and address logistic issues
• Ensure inventory discipline. Monitor and report inventory levels on monthly basis.

Communication & Partnership:

• Be the main contact person for the assets of your responsibility
• Develop meaningful relationships with our partners through frequent connectivity and support
• Act as a subject matter expert for our external partners and our internal stakeholders

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, a 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 encouragement 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.

Job posting closes on 18th October 2024. For this role, we are seeking two individuals to join our team.

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.

Benefits

Whether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.