Lead, Brand Initiatives Brand Marketing - Jordan NA

Beaverton, OR (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive Nike Jordan Brand marketing initiatives through cross-functional, end-to-end campaigns in North America and across key segments.

  • Own integrated campaigns across media, product marketing, and experiential work.
  • Must-have: 5+ years in Brand Management or Brand Marketing.
  • Standout: Matrixed-organization leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • As a member of this team, you’ll drive brand initiatives that connect with consumers and elevate the brand’s cultural relevance.
  • You’ll collaborate with sports teams and cross-functional partners to deliver impactful work.
  • The selected individual will be responsible for leading projects across functional and Jordan Sport categories, working in close partnership with North America Marketing Leadership and global sport and functional teams.
  • Collaborate with Brand Planning and Operations on budget management, seasonal readiness
  • Assist the North America Brand Initiatives Director in developing annual strategy and identifying key priorities.
  • Create and execute end-to-end integrate campaigns, include media, product marketing, and experiential elements.
  • Lead internal comms including pre-caps, recaps, insight gathering, materials for leadership shares

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience, with expertise in Brand Management or Brand Marketing
  • Experience in developing brand strategies and managing campaigns from start to finish, effectively focusing on consumer insights and needs
  • A strong passion for Jordan Brand and a dedication to serving our consumer (The Defier)
  • A proven ability to achieve meaningful results and make an impact
  • Demonstrated excellence in earning trust and encouraging team collaboration
  • Skill in working within a matrixed organisation, aligning with various business, brand, and operational approaches
  • Experience crafting briefs, leading cross-functional efforts and city-level alignment, and overseeing partnerships with external agencies.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.

Preferred

  • A solid grasp of sports and cultural marketing
  • Familiarity with retail operations in major regions, including Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York
  • Proven background in experiential marketing, covering projects both big and small
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NIKE, Inc. is a purpose-driven organization energized by a shared commitment to move the world forward through the power of sport. We champion diversity and amplify individual passions to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. Here, every teammate has a role to play. We work together, embracing our differences and pushing boundaries, to achieve collective success. For more information on how you can contribute to a world-class team, visit our career site at nike.com/careers and join our talent community at https://nikeats.avature.net/niketalentcommunity.

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