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Converse is a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after — bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
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Senior Planner, Sport Planning, Sportswear – Converse
ABOUT CONVERSE
Are you interested in working for the most iconic and well‑loved sneaker brand in the world? Born in sports and made for the street, Converse is a place to explore your potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be.
ABOUT OUR TEAM
Become part of the Converse Team
Converse is a place where you can be at work AND be yourself. It’s a place to be creative, come up with bold new ideas and work with a friendly and welcoming team.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a Senior Planner, Sport Planning, Apparel & Accessories. You will drive seasonal and long‑term planning, build consumer‑right and marketplace‑relevant forecasts, and partner cross‑functionally to support strong offense execution across the Apparel & Accessories categories.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
- Own seasonal and long‑term demand plans for Apparel & Accessories with a consumer‑ and marketplace‑first mindset.
- Partner with Merchandising, Marketplace, Finance, and Planning partners to align forecasts to strategy.
- Develop scenario plans, identify risks/opportunities, and drive forecast accuracy.
- Leverage consumer insights, marketplace trends, and historical performance to optimize plans.
- Support seasonal gates, alignment checkpoints, and integrated business processes.
- Prepare forecasting tools, presentations, and planning readouts for leadership.
- Collaborate with geo teams to ensure alignment across markets and key accounts.
- Drive continuous improvement in planning tools, processes, and reporting.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
- Marketplace & Sport Merchandising
- Marketplace & Sport Planning
- Sport GM
- Business Integration
- Integrated Marketplace & Finance partners
- Consumer Insights & Analytics
- Cross‑functional product and commercial teams
- This role reports into the Senior Manager, Sport Planning, Sportswear.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor’s degree in related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
- 3+ years of planning, forecasting, or merchandising planning experience.
- Experience with consumer, marketplace, and trend‑driven planning.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.
- Ability to collaborate and influence across functions and geos.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- High attention to detail and comfort managing multiple workstreams.
- Passion for sport, consumer behavior, and the Converse brand.
NIKE, INC. BENEFITS STATEMENT
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.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. 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.
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.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.HOW WE HIRE
1. Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
2. Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
3. Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
