Part-Time
Athlete/Retail Associate
Posted on 9/10/2026
Nike
10,001+ employees
Designs, manufactures, and sells athletic footwear
No salary listed
Melbourne VIC, Australia
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- Previous relevant retail and/or customer-service experience.
- Availability to work 22.5 hours per week on a rotating roster without regular commitments on specific days.
- Deliver premium customer service.
- Build and maintain an expert level of product knowledge.
- Replenish and maintain stock.
- Maintain visual merchandising standards in the store.
- Assist the store in achieving key performance indicators.
- A passion for the Nike brand and sports.
- A natural sense of urgency.
- An energetic demeanor.
Nike is a global company that designs, manufactures, and sells footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and everyday consumers. Its products range from running shoes and training apparel to sports gear, with performance features like cushioning, support, moisture-wicking fabrics, and durable materials. Nike distributes through its own stores, its online shop, and third-party retailers, and it also leverages athlete and team endorsements and a membership program to boost sales and engagement. The company differentiates itself through a strong brand built on high-profile endorsements, a broad direct-to-consumer network, a deep product catalog, and a commitment to sustainability and social impact. Nike’s goal is to grow as a leading global sports brand by delivering high-quality products and compelling retail experiences, while reducing its environmental footprint and increasing positive social impact.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Beaverton, Oregon
Founded
1964
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Wholesale revenue rose 6% in fiscal 2026, offsetting weaker Nike Direct demand.
- Jane Ewing joined September 7, 2026 to accelerate Nike Direct and wholesale operations.
- SNKRS lists multiple September 2026 launches, including Air Max 90 x Wagyu and Nike SB Air Force 1 x Yuto.
What critics are saying
- Greater China revenue fell 11% in fiscal 2026; management expects weakness through fiscal 2027.
- Nike closed 11 U.S. stores in July 2026 and cut 1,400 global operations jobs.
- Converse revenue dropped 31% in fiscal 2026; sustained collapse threatens Nike’s portfolio economics.
What makes Nike unique
- Nike’s global brand still commands premium shelf space and athlete endorsement power.
- Elliott Hill is refocusing running, wholesale, and product innovation after March 2026 reset.
- July 27, 2026 Hyperice partnership expands performance recovery beyond standard footwear.
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↓ -4%Nike will be removed from the S&P 100 index on 21 September, ending an 18-year run in the elite benchmark. The sportswear company will be replaced by four technology firms: Dell Technologies, Palo Alto Networks, Arista Networks and SanDisk. Nike will remain in the broader S&P 500 index. The removal reflects Nike's weakened market position. Its market capitalisation has fallen to approximately $57 billion following stagnant growth. Fiscal 2026 revenue remained nearly flat at $46.4 billion, whilst Nike Direct, digital sales and Greater China revenue all declined. The company's struggles stem from its shift towards direct-to-consumer sales, which led to reduced wholesale emphasis, inventory difficulties and lost retail shelf space. The index reshuffle marks a symbolic shift, with technology companies displacing established consumer brands in Wall Street's most watched benchmarks.
Nike closes 11 stores across the US - including one in California. Published Sep. 3, 2026, 2:53 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. They're checking out. Slumping sneaker seller Nike shuttered of a total of 11 of its U.S. stores in July alone, according to a report - including one location in a popular upscale shopping center in Northern California. The closures impacted states across the country, including Texas, New Jersey, Illinois, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri, Maryland, and Kentucky. In California, the brand permanently shuttered its location at the busy Santana Row mall in San Jose - a top shopping stop for minted tech workers. Federal Realty, which operates the center, told the Silicon Valley Business Journal that the departure was "not a decision specific to this market or property" - and part of a broader shift, as the company tries to find the way forward. Despite the closure, the Golden State still has the most Nike locations in the country with 39 stores. The California Post reached out to Nike for comment on the closures. The downsizing comes as Nike announced major global operations changes in April of this year - laying off approximately 1,400 employees working in global operations, mostly in the technology sector. The changes were designed to optimize the company's supply chain footprint and modernize their use of technology to create "a more responsive, resilient, responsible, and efficient company," according to Nike. The iconic brand has been in a sales slump, with both footwear and equipment showing negative growth, revenue from Nike stores down 7%, and Converse revenue down 32%. Nike Direct revenue fell 9%, while Nike Digital was fell by 12%. Niki President and CEO Elliot Hill acknowledged the company's struggles in their June 2026 fourth-quarter earnings call. "We know we're not living up to our full potential," said Hill.
Streetsouk and Nike are teaming up for a green croc Air Force 1. Published September 2, 2026 at 1:30 PM Quick facts. * The Streetsouk x Nike Air Force 1 Low is a tribute to the crocodile, combining bright green and white croc skin print with two different croc graphics, and that's just on the back half * The shoe was previewed on Instagram this week, with bright grass green on the back panel and Swoosh, with white croc skin on the middle side panel * The Streetsouk x Nike Air Force 1 Low doesn't have a release date This content may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, Sole Retriever LLC may earn a commission. The African streetwear scene has been bubbling lately, and Nike is on board with the hype, bringing new collabs with Jordan and Ghana's Free the Youth and a pair of Air Max Plus colorways for Nigeria's Homecoming Festival. Streetsouk, the African streetwear curator, is the latest collab partner from the continent, with images of their green and white AF1 hitting the 'net. All crocs, all the time. The Streetsouk x Nike Air Force 1 Low is a tribute to the crocodile, combining bright green and white croc skin print with two different croc graphics, and that's just on the back half. The shoe was previewed on Instagram this week, with bright grass green on the back panel and Swoosh, with white croc skin on the middle side panel. The first croc graphic is a Streetsouk mascot embroidered in white running on two feet at the lateral heel. The second one switches to green against the white heel tab, showing a croc head munching down on a green Swoosh. The midsole is white, with green on the AIR branding to match the outsole, but from the one-image preview, that's about all Sole Retriever LLC can see. Streetsouk x Nike Air Force 1 Low details. The Streetsouk x Nike Air Force 1 Low doesn't have a release date or retail price, but rest assured Sole Retriever LLC'll keep you posted as soon as Sole Retriever LLC hear more. To keep up with all the latest Nike Air Force 1 collab news and drop info, download the Sole Retriever App. Zach Harris is a writer based in Philadelphia. His work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Vice, Complex, High Times, and more. He is obsessed with skateboarding and bowling. He is still looking for his first 300. For tips, reviews, and anything in size 10.5 - [email protected]
Nike appoints former Foot Locker exec as Converse's COO. August 30, 2026 Nike Inc. appointed Kristin Bauer, formerly chief supply chain officer at Foot Locker, as chief operating officer at Converse, effective September 14. Bauer will report to Venky Alagirisamy, Nike's chief operating officer. The hiring was revealed in an internal memo from Aaron Cain, president and CEO of Converse since July 2025, obtained by Bloomberg News. Bauer was chief supply chain officer at Foot Locker from Jul 2023 to Apr 2026. Previously, she was chief supply chain officer at TCGplayer.com from September 2021 to July 2023, and vice president, logistics strategy & analytics at TJX Companies, Inc. from March 2019 to September 2021. She was at Ulta Beauty for five years from April 2014 to Mar 2019, with her last role being vice president, supply chain strategy & operations. The hiring comes as Converse has seen 13 straight quarters of declines. In Nike's fiscal year ended May 31, 2026, revenues for Converse were $1.2 billion, down 31 percent on a reported basis and off 32 percent on a currency-neutral basis, due to declines across all territories. In the prior fiscal year, sales declined 19 percent on a reported basis and 18 percent on a currency-neutral basis. Converse reached its peak annual sales of $2.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. Nike president and CEO Elliott Hill in early April said Nike remains committed to Converse despite widespread speculation around the sale of the brand as part of its restructuring. He said on Nike's third quarter analyst call, "Converse will remain an important part of the Nike, Inc. family, and we are excited about its long-term prospects. Overall, the work is not finished, but the direction is clear. Our teams are moving with focus and urgency, and our foundation is getting even stronger." Images courtesy Nike Inc.
Nike has appointed Kristin Bauer as chief operating officer at Converse, effective 14 September. Bauer, formerly chief supply chain officer at Foot Locker, will report to Nike's chief operating officer Venky Alagirisamy. She brings experience from supply chain and logistics roles at companies including TJX Cos and Ulta Beauty. The appointment comes as Converse faces significant challenges, with revenue falling 32% in Nike's fourth quarter. The sharp decline prompted some analysts to suggest Nike should consider divesting the brand. GlobalData's managing director Neil Saunders questioned whether Nike has the capacity to revive Converse, describing the quarter as "nothing short of a disaster." Bauer's operational expertise will be crucial as the brand attempts to reverse its fortunes.