Entry, EKIN Marketplace, Retail Marketing, LA at Nike

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $60800.00 in our lowest geographic market to $120300.00 in our highest geographic market. Actual salary will vary based on a candidates location qualifications skills and experience.Information about benefits can be found here.WHO YOULL WORK WITHYou will report into the Territory EKIN Manager and will work closely with yourCentralized EKIN team Territory EKIN teams and City/Geography Marketing teams to prioritize seasonal opportunities. You will collaborate with Account Training & Delivery partners to optimize education touchpoints against the holistic vision of athlete education in your market and more broadly.You will work with Field Leadership teams Store teams and Retail Store Operations team as execution partners. Additionally you will manage external vendor partners in the creation of training events.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORDoes the sight of a fresh pair of running shoes make you want to hit the pavement immediatelyDo you get excited at the prospect of leading store employees through a technical breakdown of NikesfootwearlineupAre you passionate about helping others discover their love for sportIf you thrive in retail enjoy learning about the needs of athletes and live for the moment of truth when they choose the perfect shoe to carry them through their season this could be the job for you!In 1981 Nike created the EKIN team (EKIN is Nike spelled backwards) to serve as Nikes Athlete Missionaries building deep and meaningful relationships with athletes in the community.EKINs served as the baton between Nikes products and customers sharing product insights and innovations while converting others to discover a passion for sport.Today the EKIN team continues that mission bringing Nikes inspiration and innovation to athletes around the globe. EKINs represent Nike across all sports ensuring that every athlete can find the right gear to make athlete dreams real.We are looking for an EKIN to join our team based inLos AngelesCalifornia. The ideal candidate is a dedicated sport enthusiastknowledgeable and relatable to all athleteswitha background in retail and excellent presentation skills. These qualities have driven EKINs success for over 40 years and they will continue to power Nike for the next 50.Must have a deep passion for the NIKE brand and sportsBachelors degree or higher; or combination of relevant education experience and training2 years of retail sales customer service mentoring or instructing experience.Experience with an event agency or large-scale special events preferred but not requiredDemonstrated knowledge of the market as it relates to consumer trends local market hot spots and retail destinationsAbility to connect and inspire people meeting facilitation and making strategic recommendationsincluding the rapid application of consumer signals into strategy planning and content iterationPositive and active presence on social media and across the digital world with experience in content creation and online storytellingWillingness and ability to travel up to 75% of the time(including using your personal vehicle)andlift heavy objects that weigh up to 50 lbs.WHAT YOULL WORK ONYoull help maintain brand consistency build relationships and deliver exceptional educational experiences in Nike-owned stores with key retail partners and the community.Bringing key Nike business and brand stories to lifeinthe marketplace as Nikes product authorityacross multiple sports including Running Soccer Basketball Training and moreLeveraging marketplace expertise to developlocally relevantseasonal plans aligned with city or geo marketing teamsLeveraging your passion and position to strategically authenticate Nike brand stories in the marketplaceCreating experiential training sessions that energize Retail Associates in your market with effective tools that drive reach and impact across multiple formats including video virtual and immersive in-person sessions.Actively participate in thesportscommunity. You will integrate and collaborate with the community in meaningful and impactful ways that reinforce Nikes mission and beliefs.You will serve as Nikes eyes and ears shaping marketplace insights with observations of the consumer product competition and trends.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 more information please refer toEqual Employment Opportunity is The LawWe offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers sign language interpreters accessible and single location for in-person interviews closed captioning and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover as you navigate our application process that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form. 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