Director, Account Marketing (JD / Finish Line)

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking a North America Director, Account Marketing – JD / Finish Line 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.

·       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 NA Senior Director, Account Marketing JD / Finish Line. 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.