About Nike

Nike, the world's leading sports brand, is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, where innovation meets athletic passion. Founded in 1964, Nike has revolutionized the sportswear industry with iconic products like Air Max, Flyknit, and Jordan. As a global powerhouse, Nike employs over 79,000 people worldwide, driving a mission to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* (*if you have a body, you are an athlete). The Nike Direct Digital Commerce (NDDC) team powers the future of consumer experiences through seamless online platforms, delivering personalized shopping across North America and beyond.

Role Overview

The NDDC Assortment Planner, NA role at Nike in Beaverton, Oregon, is pivotal in shaping the product assortment for Nike Direct Digital Commerce. Reporting to the NA NDDC Planning Manager, you'll collaborate with Merchandising buyers and cross-functional partners to craft strategies that align financial goals with consumer demand. This position demands a blend of analytical prowess, retail acumen, and strategic foresight to create pre-season style plans, forecast sales and inventory, and drive profitability. If you thrive in dynamic environments and excel at turning data into actionable stories, this is your chance to contribute to Nike's digital retail dominance.

Key Responsibilities

In this full-time role, you'll own critical planning functions:

• Establish clear stock and sales plans that guide merchandising toward profitable, consumer-centric assortments.
• Develop and communicate comprehensive strategies aligning future financial plans with product opportunities.
• Recap business performance, forecast in-season sales and inventories weekly, monthly, and quarterly.
• Manage open-to-buy forecasts, markdown processes, and product lifecycles through close-out.
• Monitor marketplace price positioning and adjust per Nike's pricing strategy.
• Present financial plans, forecasts, and insights in executive meetings and cross-functional forums.
• Build and maintain reporting tools, providing actionable insights from multiple data sources.

Daily Impact

Expect to report forecast variances weekly, support monthly inventory management, and foster team collaboration for consistent, data-driven decisions. Your work directly influences Nike Direct's financial health and consumer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks driven professionals who embody the brand's spirit of excellence:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent education/experience/training.
• 2-3 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in retail planning, merchandising, or inventory management.
• High-intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and drive toward outcomes.
• Strong organizational skills to synthesize multi-source data into repeatable processes.
• Excellent communication for sharing insights with technical and non-technical audiences.

Highly Preferred: Retail environment experience, intermediate SQL/Snowflake/Tableau/PowerBI skills, and executive presentation track record.

Benefits & Perks

Joining Nike means accessing world-class benefits designed for peak performance:

• Competitive salary estimated at $65,000-$95,000 USD annually, based on Retail/Tech sector rates with buffer.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support.
• 401(k) matching, stock purchase plans, and financial wellness programs.
• Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and flexible work options.
• Exclusive employee discounts on Nike products and partner brands.
• On-site fitness centers, wellness programs, and subsidized meals at Nike World Headquarters.

Career Growth

Nike invests in your potential with robust development programs. From mentorship and leadership training to global rotations, this role ladders into senior planning, merchandising leadership, or digital commerce strategy positions. Many alumni advance to director-level roles, leveraging Nike's vast internal mobility.

Why Join Us

At Nike's Beaverton campus, you'll immerse in a culture of innovation, diversity, and results. Collaborate with top talent, influence millions of consumers, and be part of a brand that defines athletic excellence. This isn't just a job—it's a platform to amplify your career while advancing Nike's mission.

Role FAQs

Q: Is remote work available? This is an on-site role at Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, OR.

Q: What tools will I use? Primarily Excel, with opportunities for SQL, Snowflake, Tableau, or PowerBI.

Q: What's the team structure? Collaborative with Merchandising, Planning, and cross-functional partners focused on financial and inventory goals.

Q: Accessibility accommodations? Nike provides screen readers, interpreters, captioning, and more—request via the Candidate Accommodation Form.

Q: Next steps? Apply now to join Nike's NDDC team and shape the future of digital retail.