NIKE, Inc

Lead Business Planner

NIKE, Inc$100K — $130K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience in retail, planning, and/or product management.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field; equivalent education or experience is accepted.
  • Strong influencing and effective communication skills.
  • Active listening skills to enhance collaboration.
  • Outstanding analytical capabilities with keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to interpret market data to inform business strategies and solve problems.
  • Proficient in retail metrics like Sales, ST%, WOS, Inventories, Revenue, and Margin.

Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the multi-season Operating Plan for Sports and the Product Engine.
  • Adjust and align the Operating Plan according to Sport architecture based on performance targets.
  • Support the establishment of top-down financial business targets tied to consumer demand and inventory management.
  • Define consumer demand, revenue, receipt, and inventory plans by location and demographic.
  • Identify cross-Sport trade-off actions to enhance consumer demand and optimize inventory health.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career development and advancement within a global brand.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Access to innovative tools and data-driven decision-making resources.
Full Job Description
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
You will work both within the Nike Planning function and across the broader cross-functional organization including partnering closely with Sports Planning, Geo BP, Brand BP, EBP, Finance, and others to deliver top-down financial business plan in the Global Horizon. You will also work within the Global Sport team and BP community to bring new planning capacity to life, and work with Sport team to drive trade-off actions to drive consumer demand, margin and optimize overall consumer and inventory health.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for a Lead Brand Business Planner (BP) to join our Team! As a Lead Brand Business Planner, you will play a meaningful role in defining, crafting and setting consumer demand. You will be responsible for defining and leading multi-season sales trend, revenue, receipt and inventory plans for Kids sports FW and partner with Brand teams to serve consumer demand.

You can build hypothesis & data driven analysis, translating insights into action through problem solving and critical thinking skills. You possess a deep understanding of consumer, marketplace, product and inventory planning with actions that are grounded in qualitative research, data and insights to support your view. You are a great collaborator who proactively builds positive relationships across the organization with both upstream and downstream functions. Using your strong financial and commercial acuity, you show good judgment in making decisions and problem solving.
Bullets to include details on:
  • 5+ years experience in retail, planning and/or product management
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
  • Strong ability to influence & work constructively with others by communicating effectively.
  • Listens actively and contributes to advance the conversation.
  • Outstanding written/verbal communication, analytical capabilities and attention to detail
  • Ability to collate and understand relevant market data that integrates and informs the Operating Plan; assessing risk and solving problems to deliver business results
  • Strong command of Retail metrics including Retail Sales, ST%, WOS, Inventories (marketplace + DC), Revenue and Margin with the ability to manipulate data for efficient outcome

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
You'll be working with the Sport and broader Business Planning team to define and lead multi-season Operating Plans for Global Sport and Marketplace. You will set long range financial plans based on consumer demand and Sport strategies as well as reconcile assortment plans with operating plans to align to Sport architecture. Your top-down financial targets will inform franchise/style plans, financial forecasts and end-to-end inventory forecasts, including liquidation plans both within and across Geos and Sport. You'll work on the Sports and Product Engine and within the Business Planning community (Global and Geo) to reconcile forecasts and communicate results & impacts with cross-functional and leadership teams.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Define and lead multi-season Operating Plan for Sport and Product Engine
  • Adjust and align Operating Plan to Sport architecture based on targets and actuals
  • Support Global and Geo, Pre-Season top-down financial business targets (Operating Plan - Consumer Demand, Revenue, Margin and Inventory) for Geo, Gender, and Channel to inform Franchise/Style plans, Financial Forecasts and E2E Inventory Forecasts
  • Define location (Geo, Channel, Sport) consumer demand, revenue, receipt and inventory plans
  • Determine cross-Sport trade-off actions to drive consumer demand, Nike and partner margin and optimize overall marketplace inventory health


About NIKE, Inc

Nike is a sporting goods company that designs, develops, and markets footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessory products. The company offers various categories of shoes including running, training, basketball, soccer, sport-inspired urban shoes, and kids' shoes. It also provides shoes for aquatic activities, baseball, football, cheerleading, golf, lacrosse, outdoor activities, skateboarding, tennis, volleyball, walking, wrestling, and various athletic and recreational uses. In addition, the company offers sports-inspired lifestyle apparel, athletic bags, and accessory items. Further, it provides a line of performance equipment including bags, socks, sports balls, eyewear, timepieces, electronic devices, bats, gloves, protective equipment, golf clubs, and various equipment designed for sports activities under the NIKE brand name, as well as markets apparel with licensed college and professional team and league logos. Additionally, it offers licenses to produce and sell NIKE brand swimwear, children's apparel, training equipment, eyewear, electronic devices, and golf accessories. The company also markets its products under the brand names of Converse, Chuck Taylor, All Star, One Star, Umbro, Jack Purcell, Cole Haan, Bragano, and Hurley. It sells its products to retail accounts through stores, independent distributors, and licensees, as well as through its Website, nikestore.com. As of May 31, 2009, Nike, Inc. operated 338 retail stores in the United States and 336 retail stores internationally. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon.

Nike Careers

Join the dynamic world of Nike, Inc., a global leader in sports apparel and innovation, where your career can flourish in an environment that fosters diversity, leadership, and growth. At Nike, we believe in bringing out the best in our team members through continuous professional development and a culture that celebrates creativity and innovation. Work You’ll Do Become a part of Nike’s mission to inspire and innovate towards a better world. Engage in work that intersects with cutting-edge technology, market-leading strategies, and sustainable practices that define the future of the sports industry. Lead with us at the forefront of the global marketplace, where your skills in leadership, teamwork, and innovation can shine. Nike offers a unique position in the industry, combining deep industry expertise with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who are pioneers in their fields. Nike, Inc. employs over 75,000 passionate and talented individuals worldwide, all dedicated to moving the world of sports forward. Introducing Nike’s Professional Growth and Development Opportunities We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can succeed. Nike offers a variety of job opportunities, from in-store retail positions to corporate roles in design, marketing, and technology. Do Innovative Work Join us and contribute to our mission of bringing inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. (*If you have a body, you are an athlete.) Deliver targeted solutions and drive innovation through your unique perspective and skills. At Nike, Inc., your work directly contributes to our global impact. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in meaningful work that connects with consumers and impacts millions worldwide. Our team benefits from unparalleled capabilities, a commitment to diversity training, and a culture that encourages professional growth and networking. Future-Proof Your Career Advance your career with Nike’s comprehensive benefits and support systems. We provide extensive training, development programs, and leadership courses to help you reach your full potential. Explore Discover how Nike is leading in sustainable innovation and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the sports industry. The Nike Employment Experience Our combined efforts in innovation, culture, and leadership make Nike, Inc. not just a place to work, but a place to grow a rewarding career. Clients and employees alike look to Nike for new strategies and impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving industry. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for curious, driven, creative, and solution-oriented team players. SEARCH NIKE JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Nike, Inc.
Learn more about NIKE, Inc
Size
73,300 employees
Market Cap
$184.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.8 billion
Founded
1964
5 Year Trend
+6.3%
Revenue
$38.2 billion
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