Planning (Sourcing Req Only)

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We're always looking for exceptional talent to join us Nike. This opening is to attract candidates based on future job openings for Nike ‘s EMEA Demand Supply Management (DSM) business. If your skill set and interest align feel free to apply to be considered for future openings. Being part of our Evergreen pipeline means staying top of mind for future roles that align with your skills and experience. We'll keep your information on file and will be in touch if we see a match.

1st Job Description 

Assortment Planner, EMEA

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

Join a dynamic team of planners dedicated to sales planning, where you'll play a key role in shaping the future of the Nike Marketplace Partner (NMP) business. As an Assortment Planner, you will collaborate across a wide network of teams, including Merchandising, Finance, Sports & Business planning, and S&IM. You'll serve as the NMP partner lead in multiple forums, coordinating and consolidating key deliverables for the NMP team. 

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrated experience in assortment / retail planning and understanding of financial, product and inventory planning (min +3years)

• Ability to demonstrate a growth mindset that is ready to leverage statistical forecasting, data science and new ways of working to develop a fact-based plan

• Ability to think critically and understand the potential of data & quantify any gaps to financial plan from a product potential perspective.

• Demonstrated ability to influence and design compelling communication / story telling grounded in data

• Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to work independently

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

In this role, you'll:

• The Assortment Planner role is responsible for developing and/or informing/influencing seasonal plan based on rolling SSP inclusive of retail sales (value / units), receipts, and inventory at the levels of Franchise/Merch Class x Sports x Marketplace unit 

• You will develop strategies to meet Sports Offense strategic and financial goals and own product-driven OTB forecast to inform manufacturing decisions through to in-season optimization

• Analyze the business against plan and forecasted in-season sales and inventories on a monthly or weekly basis assessing business risk/opportunity & developing action plans and driving escalations where needed Monitor top Franchise SSPs & drive x-marketplace decision-making to optimize product health and captured consumer demand and inform trading/pricing decisions

• Set and manage E2E inventory health within and across categories &NMP MPU’s within your MPU, plus understanding impact on overall marketplace health. Communicate and advocate Assortment Plan to x-functional leadership team at Franchise-/Merch Class- level through the lens of Sports Offense and In partnership with Merchandising to optimize sell-in in line with MPU strategy and marketplace role

• Drive projects independently; Prioritize workload and deliverables within the project

2nd Job Description

Business Planner Nike EMEA

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Join a dynamic team of planners dedicated to sales planning, where you'll play a key role in shaping the future of the Nike Marketplace Partner (NMP) business. As an Business Planner, you will collaborate across a wide network of teams, including Merchandising, Finance, Sports & Business planning, and S&IM.  You'll serve as the NMP partner lead in multiple forums, coordinating and consolidating key deliverables for the NMP team. 

WHAT YOU BRING 

·      Expertise in planning, including finance, merchandising, and end-to-end supply chain; understands interdependencies and retail metrics. 

·      Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced Excel, Tableau, and planning systems (SSP, o9); connects demand, supply, and inventory. 

·      Ability to influence and communicate effectively with diverse audiences, from peers to Lead leaders; combines data and storytelling to drive alignment. 

·      Growth mindset, leveraging statistical forecasting, scenario planning, and data science for decision-making. 

·      Excellent verbal and written communication; simplifies complexity without losing accuracy

BUSINESS SKILLS 

·      Planning & Scenario Management
Extensive retail planning experience with strong stock/sales planning, P&L understanding, and KPI knowledge. Anticipates change, balances short-term priorities with long-term strategy, and creates reliable plans. (min +5years)

·      Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Optimizes trade-offs, applies market insights, and challenges assumptions with evidence-based recommendations.

·      Risk Assessment & Decision-Making
Evaluates risks holistically, makes fact-based recommendations, and presents clear options aligned with business goals.

·      Analytics & Data-Driven Planning
Applies forecasting models, uses Excel/PowerBI/Tableau for visualization, and turns data into actionable insights connected to consumer and financial impact.

·      Consumer & Market Focus
Grounds plans in consumer needs and market trends; understands product lifecycle and growth opportunities

• Proven record of managing multiple workstreams

• Excellent stakeholder management

INERPERSONAL SKILLS 

·      Influencing & Communication
Builds trust and relationships across teams; uses persuasion and negotiation techniques. Crafts compelling narratives, adapts messaging to audience, and builds influence through consistent, value-driven communication.

·      Self-Awareness & Growth Mindset
Open to feedback, acknowledges mistakes, and continuously improves.

·      Curiosity & Continuous Learning
Demonstrates curiosity about upstream/downstream impacts; seeks innovation and combines quantitative and qualitative insights for objective recommendations.

·      Active Listening & Alignment
Listens actively, asks clarifying questions, and uses storytelling plus data to drive decisions and alignment.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
Shape and contribute multi-season, Business Plan (Order Books to Net Ship and inventory) for Sport x MPU including management of R&O. 

This Means You Will:

·       Maintain Business Plans
Own seasonal business plans (e.g., banner, account, account group) and manage all seasons post-bookings broadcast.

• Analyze & Act
  Review performance against plan and forecast monthly, assess risks and opportunities, and create action plans—escalating when needed.

• Drive Strategic & Financial Goals
  Develop strategies to achieve Win Now objectives and guide in-season optimization.

·       Drive Marketplace Health
Partner with key stakeholders across Geo to ensure marketplace business health and alignment with strategic objectives.

·       Influence In-Season Performance
Execute inventory sell-through actions within the marketplace and support weekly trade processes and decisions.

·       Optimize Trade-Offs
Align planning rolling forecasts to Sport and execute cross- trade-off actions to drive consumer demand, margin, and market share.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
You will work closely with Integrated Teams—including Business Planners, Assortment Planners, and cross-functional partners—as well as cross-functional leadership. Your primary stakeholders are the Commercial and Planning teams for Sport and MPU Partners

Other key partners are:

·       Finance

·       Merchandising

·       Central /GEO BP & AP

·       MSC

·       Partner Management

·      S&IM

* Please note, these positions are not eligible for relocation to the Netherlands