Specialist II, Visual Merchandising and Styling, Düsseldorf region (m/f/d)

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The role is a Specialist II, Visual Merchandising and Styling for Nike, based in Düsseldorf, Germany. The position supports Nike's retail marketplace across the Ruhrgebiet and West Germany, and will also influence stores in Austria, Switzerland and the broader AGS region. The specialist translates Nike's seasonal strategies and visual‑merchandising (VMS) directives into locally relevant store experiences for inline, value and partner locations. Day‑to‑day duties include planning and executing seasonal launches, campaigns and everyday VMS roll‑outs while adhering to Nike standards. The specialist reviews zoning, assortment and styling to craft cohesive stories, spotting gaps and opportunities across both physical and digital touchpoints. They coach store and partner VMS teams through training and hands‑on support, conduct store visits to assess execution, and follow up on actions to maintain presentation quality. Using consumer insights, retail KPIs and store feedback, they help prioritize initiatives and measure impact, while coordinating with cross‑functional teams to ensure launch readiness and alignment with the VMS service model. The must‑have profile requires solid visual‑merchandising experience rooted in retail, styling and retail marketing, plus a clear understanding of consumer behavior within the AGS marketplace and how product presentation drives commercial performance. Candidates must be able to turn brand direction into actionable store plans and coach teams effectively. Strong planning, communication and collaboration abilities, ownership of delivery, and the flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities are essential. Regular travel across the assigned region is expected, and a valid driving licence is required. Fluency in both written and spoken English and German is mandatory, with a preference for local candidates. Nice‑to‑have attributes include being based locally in the Düsseldorf area, which supports remote work and frequent travel across the region. What the role asks for: - Relevant visual‑merchandising experience in retail - Background in styling and retail marketing - Ability to translate brand direction into store actions - Strong coaching and team‑development skills - Excellent planning, communication and collaboration abilities - Ownership of delivery and follow‑through - Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities - Valid driving licence - Fluent written and spoken English - Fluent written and spoken German - Local candidate preferred (nice‑to‑have)