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Buyer

Summary​A successful Buyer will thrive and contribute to an inclusive, positive, and progressive team dynamic, as well as manage and lead in a way that elevates the total team. A strong Merchant will be an advocate and mentor to their peers and feel comfortable overseeing and advising the work of individual contributors. The role requires the ability to partner, communicate, and influence key cross-functional partners to bring to life the end in mind vision of the assortment to best serve our Nike consumers. Strong sense of business acumen, the ability to manage and drive multiple seasons, and a deep understanding of trend, consumer, and marketplace will be critical to this role.​ Contact 6 monthPay rate $35/hr ● On-site role at WHQ; typical work hours● Potential for some travel (HM advised there may be a need for a trip to NY or LA - more will be provided to selected candidate)● Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required● 5+ years’ experience in retail buying● Top skills include the following:○ Retail buying experience○ Retail acumen (analysis, math)○ Actual retail experience in a store● Soft skills desired:○ Great communication skills○ Resourcefulness; someone who can figure things out by asking questions and creating relationships with others● Time to fill WILL be a factor here, so may not leave req open for submissions for very long● Those who have retail/buying/merchandising experience along with store experience will be prioritizedWill work within an immediate team of ~5 on a buying team, but will also work cross-functionally​