At Converse we believe that those independent enough not to follow will move the world forward. We're a place to explore potential, break barriers and push the edges. A company inspired by what came before us but even more excited about what's coming next - and somewhere YOU get to write the next chapter of a 100+ year old story. We look for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Our culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination, with each person bringing their authentic selves to a challenging and constantly evolving world to push things forward. WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH You will report directly to the UK Sales Director and work closely with the UK team and key stakeholders across the business. You will also collaborate with the broader Global Growth Team and engage with Global partners on selected topics to support your accounts. The role is based in London, with occasional travel to meet our retail partners and attend seasonal Go-to-Market meetings in Boston and across Europe., As a Senior Professional supporting our business, you will help strengthen relationships with key accounts, support cross-functional collaboration, and contribute to unlocking the full potential of the Converse brand. You will play an important role in driving operational excellence and supporting the strategic direction of the business.,
- Create: define relevant partner assortments, Go-to-Market plans, opportunities and forecasts to execute against the account plan and seasonal priorities
- Ownership: own the execution of the seasonal sales and Go-to-Market processes and milestones, within budget and against set timelines
- Partnership: establish and maintain internal and external relationships to provide best-in-class customer service at all levels of the customer's business
- Develop yourself: build your commercial, analytical and partnership skills to grow your career at Converse
- Collaborate: work closely with Marketplace Supply Chain, Business Planning, Go-to-Market, Merchandising, Retail Marketing, Finance and Commercial teams to support account needs
- Plan, Implement, Review & Optimise: contribute to seasonal planning, performance reviews and continuous improvement to best connect with the Converse consumer
- Support the future: help translate the Global Growth Strategy into actionable plans for your account
- Team player: be an active member of the team, sharing insights and supporting collective goals
- Passion for the Converse brand and culture
- Extensive account management experience, ideally within the fashion, sports or retail industry, across commercial, buying and/or merchandising
- Sales experience with a strong awareness of selling dynamics
- Strong commercial acumen with an understanding of financial processes and forecasting
- Strong verbal, written and presentation skills
- Ability to collaborate in a matrix-oriented environment across various business functions
- Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Process and operational capability
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Professional, Account Management in City of Westminster employer: NIKE, Inc.
At NIKE, Inc., we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture. As a Director of Retail Stores in the vibrant UK South region, you will benefit from extensive professional growth opportunities, a supportive team environment, and the chance to make a significant impact on our retail operations. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we empower our leaders to drive exceptional customer experiences while enjoying the flexibility of a field-based role that encourages travel and engagement across diverse locations.
