Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. TeamNIKE, 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 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 and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.To work in retail is to be the face of NIKE, Inc. With a relentless focus on product knowledge and customer service, Nike Retail teams give valuable experiences to consumers every day. From Shanghai to San Francisco, every store has a unique perspective and hosts an inspiring community of sport and style devotees. A career in Nike Retail demands creativity and ambition and offers the opportunity to grow with some of the best athletes, teammates and retail partners in the industry.Nike Kildare is looking for an Assistant Manager (Maternity Cover) to join our team and provide world-class service to the consumer: This role will be a temporary, fixed-term contract of 12 monthsJoin the NIKE, Inc. team!As an Assistant Head Coach you are:Cooperating with the Head Coach to create a unique shopping experience and deliver service excellence to our consumersCoordinating, supporting and supervising a diverse team and ensuring an excellent work atmosphere (e.g. recruitment, development, performance management, staffing).Implementing operational excellent processes and tools to reach sales targets, optimize services and improve the consumer satisfaction as well as to increase efficiency and productivityOverseeing various departments such as Commercial, Athlete and/or Consumer ExperienceSupporting Head Coach in implementing NIKE’s strategy in your store (e.g. sustainability, membership, digital services)Providing reports about store activities, local marketplace and consumer insightsEnsuring that the store complies with all NIKE standards and guidelinesCooperating with your business partners across stores and HQWhat you get:Attractive salary that evolves with the market and experienceOpportunity on receiving quarterly bonus paymentsAttractive online and in-store employee discountsAttractive Benefits Package, Pension & Share schemeExciting development and career opportunitiesRegular training on leadership, sales and productsA dynamic and motivating environment which values Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)Staff dress to represent NIKE and foster our team spiritOpportunities to participate in unique NIKE momentsWhat you bring:A passion for NIKE and/or love of sportExtensive experience in retail and/or leadership positionsExperience and competency in serving exceptional consumer serviceAbility to coach and develop a strong teamStrong focus on communicationFlexibility to work in shifts and on weekends 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. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.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.*Relocation is not currently available for this vacancy