About this role
Join Nike at the European Headquarters (EHQ) as Director, Retail Brand, Football EMEA and play a pivotal role in shaping how Nike shows up for consumers across the region. In this strategic leadership position, you will drive the retail brand vision for Football across Nike Direct stores and key Marketplace Partners, creating premium consumer experiences that connect sport, culture, and innovation. Leading a high-performing team, you will influence cross-functional partners across EMEA and help bring Nike’s Football stories to life through impactful retail execution and elevated consumer journeys.
- This is a temporary assignment running until May 2027.What are you going to do?- Drive the retail brand strategy for Football across Nike Direct and key Marketplace Partner stores throughout EMEA.- Lead and develop a team of retail marketing professionals, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and growth.- Shape and influence the Go-To-Market process, ensuring products and collections come to life through compelling storytelling and elevated retail experiences.- Translate consumer, sport, and marketplace insights into impactful retail strategies and executions.- Partner closely with Brand Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Account Marketing, Merchandising, Demand Planning, and EKIN teams to deliver integrated retail experiences.- Influence senior stakeholders and build alignment across Global, Geo, City, and Country teams.- Balance long-term strategic planning with operational excellence to drive both brand impact and business results.
- What do we offer?- Competitive salary (to be discussed with the recruiter)- Flexible hybrid work: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home- Unlimited vacation days to recharge whenever you need- 8% holiday allowance- STIPP pension plan to secure your future - €0.23/km commuting allowance (up to €23 per office day)- €5 daily work-from-home allowance- 25% employee store discount – gear up with Nike!- Access to Ade