About Nike

Nike is the world's leading sports brand, empowering athletes and consumers through innovative products, groundbreaking design, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With a portfolio that includes iconic brands like Jordan, Nike drives culture and performance across the globe. In Australia, Nike is at the forefront of sport, streetwear, and fashion, serving passionate consumers in dynamic markets like the Pacific region. As a Senior Merchant for Jordan APLA, you'll join a team that's shaping the future of the Jordan Brand in Asia Pacific Latin America, blending global strategy with local insights.

Role Overview

The Senior Merchant, Merchandising Pacific - Jordan APLA role in Melbourne, Victoria, is a pivotal position for driving the growth of the Jordan Brand across the Pacific marketplace. Reporting to the Senior Director of Jordan Merchandising APLA in Beaverton, Oregon, you'll architect consumer-centric product assortments, curate line plans, and champion the brand's evolution. This role demands a deep affinity for product, retail acumen, and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed organization. Everything begins and ends with the consumer—your expertise will ensure Jordan delivers the right product, in the right place, at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll be the refined curator of Jordan's product offerings, obsessed with consumer insights, and the growth architect for sustainable business expansion.

• Execute Assortment Strategy End-to-End: Develop and drive product line plans from insights to retail adoption across all channels, ensuring segmentation and differentiation for Pacific consumers.
• Champion Consumer Insights: Gather marketplace trends, hyperlocal opportunities, and sales data to inform future line plans and in-season management.
• Drive Territory Growth: Partner with Geo merchandising, sales, planning, and marketing teams to prioritize needs and land product strategies tailored to Pacific.
• Equip Marketplace Partners: Create seasonal tools, briefs, and action plans to align cross-functional teams locally and internationally.
• Advocate for the Brand: Foster inclusive team dynamics while influencing matrix partners with strong communication and solution-oriented agility.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks self-driven professionals with passion for sport, streetwear, and fashion. Ideal candidates bring proven merchandising expertise and the ability to translate insights into growth.

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent education and experience.
• 5+ years in footwear, apparel, merchandising, product creation, or retail in multi-brand/digital environments.
• Command of retail metrics: sell-through, margin, full-price realization, inventory, weeks of supply.
• Intuition for consumer trends, with skills to build long-term assortment strategies.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration, influencing in large matrix organizations.
• High autonomy, attention to detail, and process consistency.

Preferred Experience

Deep knowledge of Jordan consumer landscape, Pacific retail dynamics, and multi-season line management is essential. Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills will set you apart.

Benefits & Perks

Joining Nike means accessing world-class benefits designed for peak performance in work and life.

• Competitive base salary estimated at AUD 150,000–220,000, plus bonuses and equity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and wellness programs.
• Generous employee discounts on Nike, Jordan, and affiliate products.
• Hybrid work flexibility and paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings plans with company matching.

Career Growth

At Nike, careers evolve with you. This Senior Merchant role offers exposure to global leaders, APLA strategies, and Jordan's explosive growth. Advance to director-level merchandising, regional leadership, or cross-functional roles in product creation and marketing. Nike University provides ongoing training, mentorship, and networking to fuel your trajectory in a progressive, inclusive culture.

Why Join Us

Be part of the Jordan Brand's legacy—where streetwear meets high-performance sport. In Melbourne's vibrant marketplace, you'll influence consumer experiences for millions, collaborate with elite teams, and contribute to sustainable growth. Nike values diversity, innovation, and passion, offering an environment where your skills and voice drive real impact. Ready to architect the future of Jordan in Pacific? This is your court.

Role FAQs

Q: What is the reporting structure?
A: Reports to Senior Director Jordan Merchandising APLA (Beaverton), with close ties to Pacific and APLA cross-functional teams.

Q: Is travel required?
A: Occasional international travel for alignments and marketplace visits.

Q: What metrics define success?
A: Sell-through rates, margin growth, full-price realization, and assortment adoption driving territory revenue.

Q: How does this role support hybrid work?
A: Flexible model balancing Melbourne office collaboration with remote productivity.

Q: What's the team culture like?
A: Inclusive, progressive, and consumer-obsessed, with emphasis on excellence and agility.