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

Soul, performance and style take flight at Jordan Brand. With its deep roots in basketball, the Jordan Brand began as an homage to one player: Michael Jordan. Since then, Jordan has become synonymous with peak performance and an endless pursuit of greatness. Employees in merchandising, product branding, sports marketing and sales bring creativity, innovation and audacious design to footwear and apparel, all with one mission in mind: help athletes fly on and off the court.

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

You'll report to the EMEA Brand Director for Jordan Energy and work closely with a variety of teams including Digital Marketing, Brand Creative, Product Merchandising, Sports Marketing, Streetwear Marketing, Planning, Stores & Partners Marketing, City Marketing, and Global Brand Marketing. This role will require collaboration across different functions to bring Jordan's brand vision to life throughout the EMEA region, ensuring a unified approach to all marketing initiatives.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
In Jordan Brand, we believe that greatness exists in everyone, and our mission is to inspire and unleash that greatness across the world. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in developing and executing integrated, disruptive marketing plans, with proven experience in cross-functional processes. This person will manage external relationships with influential cultural partners and must have a deep understanding of EMEA youth culture and its key communities, particularly in cities like London and Paris. A solid connection to Jordan's core consumer and the ability to create impactful marketing concepts is essential for this role.

Key Skills:

• Experience in creating and executing integrated marketing plans across functions.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with cultural partners (music, fashion, art, streetwear, design, entertainment).
• Strong understanding of youth culture in key EMEA markets, including London and Paris.
• Ability to connect with Jordan's core consumer and create marketing concepts that resonate.
• Experience managing creative and media relationships and overseeing budgets.
• Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively.
• Agile thinker capable of navigating ambiguity and delivering results in fast-paced environments.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, able to simplify complex business issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an enterprise mindset, able to think strategically and drive results.

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
As a Brand Marketing Specialist for Jordan Brand EMEA, you'll be at the forefront of driving the execution of Jordan's EMEA energy and entertainment strategy. You'll be responsible for extending the brand's global initiatives into the regional marketplace, crafting and executing plans that bring in new consumers while maintaining strong ties with existing ones. You'll manage relationships with key cultural partners, ensuring that Jordan's voice remains authentic and impactful in youth culture.

You will support the EMEA and City Energy teams in managing and executing initiatives that highlight Jordan's portfolio of cultural partners, from music and fashion to sport and streetwear. You'll be responsible for bringing energy and excitement to the brand across EMEA by working closely with teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment with global brand goals.

Core Responsibilities:

• Drive the execution of the EMEA energy and entertainment vision, ensuring that marketing strategies resonate with Jordan's most discerning consumers.
• Collaborate with EMEA and City Energy teams to manage and execute initiatives around Jordan's portfolio of cultural partnerships, including music, fashion, art, and streetwear.
• Develop and implement marketing plans for key campaigns, focusing on cultural relevance and consumer engagement in key cities such as London and Paris.
• Forge strong relationships with cultural leaders and partners to create disruptive marketing initiatives that align with Jordan's core values.
• Support the execution of seasonal marketing campaigns, ensuring that Jordan's product and brand messages are communicated in innovative ways across all platforms.
• Work with cross-functional teams including Product, City Marketing, and Sports Marketing to deliver integrated marketing plans that build brand strength and demand across the region.
• Provide insights on youth culture trends and shifts to keep the brand at the forefront of the industry, while educating internal teams on best practices.
• Be agile and adaptable, navigating ambiguity to deliver clarity and solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Applications will be accepted until close of business on October 14, 2024. This position is not eligible for relocation. Candidates must already reside in the Netherlands.

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.