WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Here at Jordan, we exist to unleash the Michael Jordan in everyone. The Greatest of All Time is looking for another teammate that is consumer driven and a savvy-rule-breaking-genius.

We are seeking an All-Star motivated to do the best work of their career on a hard-working team in an exploding business! Required is a by-any-means possible approach, a team-first attitude, and someone who thrives in the yet-to-be-defined. Were looking for someone who has a thirst for learning and for doing new things. Only those passionate about Jordan Brand and doing the best work of their career need apply.

As a critical component to the team, a servant leader and someone who can be the voice and advocate for our consumer, the Fearless Ones. You are a leader that drives flawless execution across the marketplace with your teammates. You will be a coach, mentor & collaborator to your direct team as well as in-direct teammates across North America & Global. Ultimately having a passion for developing people and teams.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?
As the Marketing Director Chicago), you will build a Long-term strategic outlook for the brand across the Mid-West with a huge focus on Chicago & will also lead short term / seasonal strategic plans through to execution. You are responsible for working across integrated marketing functions, categories, and will partner with external agencies to develop and implement plans for Jordan Brand. Your job is to make sure the consumers voice is being heard and you will become a consumer expert. Youll be the lead, informer, and communicator on all details, decision-making, and progress on key assigned initiatives.

You will lead through connecting to basketball culture, by creating a deep connection with the Fearless Ones through digital & physical activations, social and outbound messaging, and lead a city specific approach to membership, events, grassroots sports, purpose & community programs.

Additionally, you will oversee the annual budget to ensure accuracy and discipline in monthly and quarterly budget management process. You set the vision and inspire the team to go after one unified goal.

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?
You will work across the Nike / Jordan Matrix, be in partnership with the NIKE Chicago team, other territory leaders and will work closely with our North America Brand Team, Digital Marketing, Retail Marketing, Communications, Sports Marketing, and Influencer Marketing.

Qualifications Requirements for the position include:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, communications or related field or a proven track record within the sporting goods / retail industry
7+ years of consumer marketing or related experiences in marketing strategy, marketing planning, marketing implementation, digital marketing, consumer servicing, and event execution
Deep passion for the consumer, existing Brand relationships within a key city, and a background with a high level of effective traditional communication and digital communication
5+ years employee or team management experience, with a proven record of people development
In-depth knowledge of the North America Marketplace, with a focus on Chicago.
Understand the competitive market, customers and retail trends
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations
Demonstrate management capability, including ability to motivate and mentor others within a work group
Proven ability to lead initiatives and project teams
Capable of driving timelines and managing budgets
Ability to balance creativity with organization in fast moving, ambiguous environment
Passion and/or expertise for the Jordan Brand is preferred
Strong understanding of a matrix organization
Strong understanding of Jordan Brand product lines is preferred
Background in building digital and physical experiences is highly preferred
Results driven, pro-active self starter, organized and focused

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