Lead Business Planner, Sporting Goods, Japan

Nike

Japan
Minimum 6 years experience in buying or planning
Advanced proficiency in microsoft excel
Strong command of retail financials and gross margin
This role leads seasonal financial planning for Sporting Goods using consumer insights and marketing inputs to shape demand strategies

Job Summary

  • This role leads seasonal financial planning for Sporting Goods using consumer insights and marketing inputs to shape demand strategies.
  • The successful candidate will manage weekly and monthly open-to-buy forecasts while collaborating across Finance, Analytics, and Supply Chain functions.
  • Candidates must possess a sharp analytical mindset with strong communication skills to drive alignment and optimize inventory productivity across Nike Japan.

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This role leads seasonal financial planning for Sporting Goods using consumer insights and marketing inputs to shape demand strategies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum 6 years experience in Buying or Planning
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Strong command of retail financials and gross margin
  • Fluency in English and Japanese languages

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of sports apparel and footwear market
  • Experience analyzing customer behavior and trends
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams
  • Background in Asia Pacific Latin America geography

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field
  • Minimum 6 years experience in multi-store retail or wholesale
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese required

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