Senior Finance Analyst, Product Merchandising

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

We are seeking a Senior Finance Analyst who will partner with the Product Merchandising organization to drive sustainable and profitable growth for a segment of the business through the product creation lifecycle. We need some to partner with both Finance partners (Revenue and Margin Finance) and cross-functional partners (Product Management, Sourcing, Costing).

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

First and foremost, you will be the main finance partner for the Product Creation teams and have a seat at the table with leadership for a segment of the business. In addition:

• You will partner with our Product Teams to translate strategic margin targets into seasonal margin plans while ensuring alignment with leadership.
• You will proactively identify the financial implications of product decisions and articulate solutions that meet the needs of business partners.
• You will work across the broader Margin Planning team to help drive projects that improve overall margins.
• You will track margin attainment each season and work with the product teams on scenario plans to improve margin.
• You will provide ad hoc margin analysis to the team and be a strategic business partner to influence price, cost and demand.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We need a self-starter who can deliver results in ambiguous situations using strategic and financial insights, both written and visual, to help influence cross-functional partners. The candidate needs to have strong attention to detail and the ability to translate financial metrics across a wide range of cross-functional audiences. We are also seeking a team player who is curious to learn and driven to develop their skillset.

Requirements for the role include:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Business or a closely related field.
• MBA a plus
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis, financial/strategic planning, accounting and/or budgeting
• Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to complete quantitative and qualitative analysis and to run financial models
• Proven experience in effectively supporting and working with senior leadership

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 .

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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