Merchant II, Basketball Footwear GC - Nike Careers in Shanghai, China

About Nike

Nike is the world's leading sports brand, empowering athletes and consumers through innovative products and inspiring stories. With a legacy of breaking barriers, Nike drives the future of sport in basketball footwear and beyond. In Greater China, Nike fuels sustainable growth by delivering relevant products that resonate with local consumers. Join our Shanghai team to shape the basketball category and contribute to Nike's global vision of bringing inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world.

Role Overview

As Merchant II, Basketball Footwear GC at Nike in Shanghai, you will set the merchandising strategy for basketball footwear, collaborating with global and geo counterparts. This role focuses on end-to-end product insights to serve consumers with the most relevant basketball footwear, enabling Nike’s vision and driving sustainable growth. Reporting directly to the GC Basketball Merchandising Director, you will partner with global basketball merchandising, GC basketball cross-functional teams, and GC Merchandising to deliver impactful strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Your role demands expertise in consumer trends, product development, and merchandising. Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as a consumer, product, and merchandising expert to inform strategic decisions.
• Partnering with global teams on GC seasonal product needs, providing GEO insights, and delivering long-term product line planning.
• Setting geo strategic intent for all key products, including pricing and flow optimization.
• Managing geo product lifecycle to move at the pace of the consumer and member, balancing newness and consistency across the consumer framework.
• Driving franchise health across the portfolio, aligned by gender and marketplace teams.

Strategic Impact

This position plays a pivotal role in aligning global strategies with local market dynamics, ensuring Nike basketball footwear leads in Greater China. Your insights will directly influence product assortments, pricing, and lifecycle management, contributing to category dominance.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, you need a blend of hard skills and soft attributes:

Functional Skills (Hard Skills)

• Deep consumer and marketplace knowledge.
• Strong merchandising skill-set.
• Ability to translate consumer insights into actionable strategies and plans.
• Fluent in English for seamless global collaboration.
• Retail and financial acumen for data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency in office tools for efficient planning and reporting.

Experience & Soft Skills

• Exceptional eye for product quality and trends.
• Consumer-centric mindset to prioritize member needs.
• Team player with strong partnership skills.
• High learning ability to adapt to fast-paced markets.
• Genuine interest, knowledge, or passion for basketball culture and community.

Prior experience in retail, merchandising, or sports apparel is ideal. This role is perfect for professionals passionate about basketball and ready to make a global impact from Shanghai.

Benefits & Perks

Nike offers a premium compensation package tailored for top talent in Greater China:

• Competitive base salary estimated at 650,000 - 950,000 CNY annually, with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and wellness programs.
• Generous employee discounts on Nike products worldwide.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and flexible working arrangements.
• Access to state-of-the-art fitness facilities and sports events.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy a collaborative culture that values innovation and well-being, with opportunities for hybrid work in Shanghai.

Career Growth

At Nike, career progression is limitless. This Merchant II role is a launchpad to senior merchandising positions, global leadership, or cross-functional opportunities. Benefit from Nike University training, mentorship programs, and exposure to international teams. High performers advance quickly in our merit-based environment, shaping the future of basketball footwear globally.

Why Join Us

Be part of Nike's basketball revolution in Greater China, the world's largest consumer market. Work on iconic franchises, influence product strategies that reach millions, and immerse yourself in basketball culture. Shanghai's vibrant scene offers unparalleled networking in retail and sports. Nike's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability ensures you're joining a purpose-driven company. Drive sustainable growth while advancing your career at the pinnacle of sportswear innovation.

Role FAQs

What is the reporting structure?

You report directly to the GC Basketball Merchandising Director, with close partnerships across global and local teams.

Is basketball passion required?

Yes, interest or knowledge of basketball culture is essential to excel in this consumer-focused role.

What is the focus portfolio?

Primarily Nike basketball footwear, with specifics TBD based on strategic needs.

Is relocation support available?

Nike provides competitive relocation packages for eligible candidates.

How does this role contribute to Nike's vision?

By delivering relevant products that enable sustainable growth and serve consumers at the pace of their needs.

Ready to elevate Nike basketball in Greater China? Apply now for this exciting Merchant II opportunity in Shanghai.