Merchant II, Training Apparel Sport Merchandising, Emea

NIKE; Hilversum; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike seeks a consumer-focused Merchant II for Training Apparel in the EMEA region to help shape strategy, build assortments, and drive profitable growth. You will partner with Geo, Global, and Channel Merchandising teams to deliver consumer-led offerings and navigate a fast-moving market.

You will analyze consumer needs, manage deadlines in a dynamic environment, and communicate updates to Marketplace and Nike Direct partners. Applications close October 14.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, merchandising, product management, marketplace, sales, buying, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of consumer needs and marketplace dynamics.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with experience contributing to new concepts, projects, or ideas.
• Ability to analyze business performance, consumer insights, and marketplace trends.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to efficient, high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to cross-functional partners.
• Collaborative, team-first approach that contributes to an inclusive and positive working environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead and Senior Merchants throughout the seasonal CODE process.
• Communicate seasonal product updates to Marketplace and Nike Direct partners.
• Create, maintain, and share accurate seasonal information, including the coordination of product samples.
• Contribute to product assortment planning and line reviews using data and consumer insights.

Skills

Retail experience

Consumer insights

Entrepreneurial mindset

Data analysis

Cross-functional communication

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

The EMEA Training Apparel Merchandising team shapes the vision, strategy, product offer, and assortment direction for the Training Apparel business across EMEA. This role partners with Geo, Global, and Channel Merchandising, DSM, Marketing, Consumer Insights, and Marketplace teams to deliver consumer-led, profitable growth. The role reports to the Director, EMEA Training Apparel Merchandising.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Everything begins and ends with the consumer. Nike is looking for a consumer-focused merchant with a strong affinity for product who can thrive in the fast-moving world of retail and an evolving marketplace. A successful Merchant II in Nike Training Apparel strengthens an inclusive, positive, and forward-thinking team dynamic, bringing curiosity, energy, and passion to the work. This merchant understands consumer needs and marketplace dynamics, approaches opportunities with an entrepreneurial mindset, and learns through experimentation. They are comfortable navigating ambiguity, think ahead, and adapt their approach as priorities evolve.

Requirements

• Experience in retail, merchandising, product management, marketplace, sales, buying, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of consumer needs and marketplace dynamics.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with experience contributing to new concepts, projects, or ideas.
• Ability to analyze business performance, consumer insights, and marketplace trends.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to efficient, high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to cross-functional partners.
• Collaborative, team-first approach that contributes to an inclusive and positive working environment.

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

You will support strategy and ideation, build product assortments, contribute to line planning, and use data and analytics to drive end-to-end profitability. You will build strong cross-functional relationships, turn research and analysis into clear recommendations, and bring curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning to every season.

• Support Lead and Senior Merchants throughout the seasonal CODE process.
• Communicate seasonal product updates to Marketplace and Nike Direct partners.
• Create, maintain, and share accurate seasonal information, including the coordination of product samples.
• Contribute to product assortment planning and line reviews using data and consumer insights.

This role is open for applications until 14th October

Please note: no relocation support offered