Product merchant for nike Vacatures

Over de vacature

As a Product Merchant for EMEA Women’s Sportswear Apparel at Nike, you will act as the crucial support backbone within a highly experienced team of three. Based in Hilversum, you will help shape consumer-right, commercially relevant seasonal product lines for the EMEA consumer, while building the foundation for your own career growth within Nike.

what we offer

• €22-€29 gross per hour based on experience
• 40 hours per week
• assignment until March 31st, 2027
• Nike EHQ (Hilversum)

who are you
We are looking for a proactive, service-minded self-starter who brings pace, accuracy and a true passion for product. You are a dedicated team player who understands the EMEA Women's Sportswear consumer and thrives in a collaborative environment where attention to detail is key.

• Experienced: You have 1–2 years of relevant experience (internships count!) in merchandising, buying, product creation, or planning.
• Consumer obsessed: You have a deep passion for product and trends, with a strong understanding of what the EMEA Women’s Sportswear consumer wants.
• Detail-oriented: You have exceptional organizational skills and discipline regarding data accuracy, system maintenance, and operational follow-through.
• Storyteller: You are a clear communicator who genuinely enjoys building strong narratives and visual presentations for the team.
• Self-starter: You are a quick learner and a proactive problem-solver who can work independently while absorbing mentorship.

what will you do
In this role, you will bridge the gap between marketplace insights and seasonal product execution. Your focus will be on operational discipline, cross-functional collaboration, and translating consumer trends into compelling assortments.

You will operate within a dynamic matrix environment, collaborating closely with key internal stakeholders.

• Assortment support: Assist the Senior and Lead Merchants in building profitable, differentiated seasonal product lines for the EMEA market.
• System maintenance: Ensure accurate product, pricing, and line information in internal systems.
• Storytelling & visuals: Create clear assortment storyboards, product recaps, and impactful presentations.
• Sample coordination: Order, track and manage samples, taking charge of showroom set-ups for key seasonal reviews and sell-in moments.
• Insight gathering: Collect marketplace signals, consumer insights and trend observations to inform assortment conversations and identify gaps.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Partner daily with teams across channel merchandising, demand planning, design, and digital content creation.

where will you work
You will be based at Nike's inspiring European Headquarters (EHQ) in Hilversum, a dynamic campus that reflects the values of the brand. Nike offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).

• Access to the gym facilities on campus.
• Commuting allowance of € 0,23 per km.
• 25 vacation days if you work 40 hours per week a full year.
• Diverse team.
• Work from home allowance of €5 per day on days you are working from home.
• 8.33% holiday allowance.

job application
Does this vacancy seem like a perfect match for you? Then apply and send us your motivation and resume!

Over de vacature

Are you looking for a versatile role in the sports and fashion industry? Are you ready to apply your knowledge of consumer insights and product planning to the world’s most famous sports brand? As a Brand Merchandiser for Children’s Apparel at NIKE in Hilversum, you’ll play a key role in the product strategy for the European market.

what we offer

• €22,79 - €28,49 gross per hour based on experience
• 40 hours per week
• assignment until February 1st, 2027
• Nike EHQ in Hilversum

who are you
You have a passion for athletic apparel and know exactly what consumers want. You think strategically, collaborate effectively with various teams, and aren’t afraid to take the lead on product decisions.

• You have at least a bachelor’s degree with 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience, such as a vocational diploma with 3 to 5 years of experience or 8 to 9 years of experience in product plann
• You possess strong commercial acumen and a customer-focused mindset.
• You have excellent communication skills and can convincingly convey visions and narratives to stakeholders.
• You work in a structured manner, take responsibility, and are a true team player.

what will you do
In this role, you’ll be responsible for the children’s apparel product line (boys’ sportswear, including special collections and shirts). You’ll develop and execute the product strategy and ensure proper coordination throughout the entire product process.

• Translate consumer insights and market trends into strong product plans for the European market.
• Managing the entire product planning process, including preparation for key presentation events.
• Carrying out day-to-day product activities, such as pricing, product specifications, and data entry into systems.
• Collaborating with international teams (such as global marketing, sales channels, and planning) to ensure products align with demand.
• Representing the European perspective during global meetings on product strategy and inventory.

where will you work
You will be based at Nike's inspiring European Headquarters (EHQ) in Hilversum, a dynamic campus that reflects the values of the brand. Nike offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).

• Access to the gym facilities on campus.
• Travel allowance of € 0,23 per km.
• Work from home allowance of €5 per day on days you are working from home.
• 24 vacation days if you work 40 hours per week a full year.
• Diverse team.
• 8% holiday allowance.

job application
Does this vacancy seem like a perfect match for you? Then apply and send us your motivation and resume!