Nike
Retail Assistant (Athlete) PT 35H - Loanhead
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Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
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 developing 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, passion, and creativity to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
About the Role: Retail Assistant ("Athlete") at NIKE Factory Store – Loanhead
This is a part-time (35 hours per week) Retail Assistant ("Athlete") role. The successful candidate will provide world-class service to consumers while contributing to a brand that pushes boundaries.
What You Bring
The ideal candidate will have:
- Exceptional consumer service skills—using expertise to deliver a premium brand experience to NIKE consumers.
- Strong product knowledge—to inform customers on NIKE products and services and recommend appropriate purchases.
- A commitment to training—supporting teams and actively engaging in up-to-date training to gain insights into sales trends and brand identity.
- Digital proficiency—bridging the gap between in-store and online experiences.
- Collaborative and ** Proactive spirit**—working alongside the Coaches (retail leads), Store Managers, and other departments to maintain operations.
- Passion for sport, lifestyle, or fashion-related communities—aligning with the NIKE brand ethos.
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Key tasks in the role will include:
- Supporting Coaches and floor managers in training new employees.
- Operating cash registers, managing inventory, refilling the shop floor, and building visual displays.
- Utilising knowledge of digital devices (e.g., romaine and athena) to drive sales and provide seamless customer experiences.
- Collaborating across different teams to implement strategies focusing on customer retention, sales targets, and staff efficiency.
What You Get
- Competitive compensation and benefits—industry-leading packages.
- Monthly performance-based bonuses.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) commitments.
Core Benefits
✔ A supportive team culture that values fairness, vision, and continuous growth. ✔ Generous employee discounts for both online and in-store purchases. ✔ A new NIKE outfit for your team! ✔ An opportunity to grow within a market-leading sports and fashion industry brand. ✔ Casual work environment combined with opportunities for professional development.
Requirements
Preferred
- Current customer service or retail experience (though not compulsory).
- A strong sense of brand allegiance and personality.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- The ability to apply product knowledge to serve customers.
- Creative approaches to driving both store sales and consumer engagement.
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Flexibility & Availability
- Part-time contract (35 hours per week).
- Willingness to work regular retail hours, including weekends.
- Availability required between 9am—9pm.
Economic & Cultural Commitments
NIKE Inc. is proud to emphasise a promising candidate experience.
While we cannot offer relocation for this position, transparency and respect guide all aspects of the process:
NIKE, Inc. endeavours to provide a premium experience by transparency, inclusivity, and employer accountability. We believe your best comes through understanding the fairness and honesty we pride ourselves on.
About Us
Every NIKE team member shares one galvanising mission: «To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete».
Candidates for this role are chosen based on equality—adversity shall not be overlooked.
proiected rights are available without considerations reflecting age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, occupation background, veteran status, or anything else.
Note: "Athlete" in NIKE’s retail culture represents a commitment to excellence in customer service-expressing professionalism and customer focus.
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