Director, Account Marketing Sportswear Specialty NA at Nike

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We’re seeking a North America Director, Account Marketing, Sportswear Specialty to lead and inspire a team that amplifies the Nike Brand and creates lasting consumer connections across a multi-brand ecosystem. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep experience in brand marketing, omni-channel retail marketing, partner management, and innovative storytelling. You thrive in matrixed environments, foster effective teamwork, and drive clarity and accountability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in brand marketing, omni-channel retail, and partner management.

• Deep understanding of sneaker culture, past and present.

• Proven leadership in team development, effective communication, and matrix management.

• Growth mindset and innovative storytelling capabilities.

• Ability to think strategically, drive results, and foster effective teamwork.

• Deep knowledge and expertise in Sportswear/Sport Culture.

• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to deliver integrated marketing strategies.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON:

• Lead the Account Marketing team to deliver industry-defining seasonal marketing plans leveraging the full marketing mix.

• Create holistic and integrated Nike x Account Marketing strategies across the Nike Sport Offense, including omni-channel retail, integrated media, sports marketing, and energy.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising, Sales, DSM, Retail Brand, Brand Management, and Sports Marketing to establish industry-leading account positioning and drive annual account marketing plans.

• Own and drive marketing plans and activations across Sport and Sport Culture.

• Develop deep relationships with partner marketing counterparts and buying teams to foster consumer understanding, business acumen, and new opportunities.

• Lead and develop a world-class team of marketers focused on supporting best-in-class talent and industry-leading marketing plans.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH:

In this role, you will be part of the larger North America Marketing team and reporting into the Senior Director of Sportswear and Strategic Accounts. You will partner with:

• NA Brand Teams

• Global & Geo Retail Experience Team

• Geo Visual Merchandising & Retail Brand

• City Retail Brand Teams

• Brand Creative & Retail Creative Studio

• Sales Team / MPU Lead

• External Partners

We 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.