creative and communications category lead (for nike).

• €32 - €40 per hour, based on experience
• 40 hours per week
• assignment until the end of August 2026
• Nike - EHQ (Hilversum)

The ideal candidate keeps long-term strategic goals in sight, creates meaningful connections between procurement goals and business objectives, and brings in the best external solutions to give Nike a sustainable competitive advantage.

• Expertise: Deep knowledge of marketing services procurement, strong analytical and financial skills, and the ability to turn insights into strategy.
• Contract management: Understanding of various commercial agreements and the ability to determine the best deal structure to protect Nike’s interests.
• Stakeholder management: Excellent ability to navigate a complex matrix organization and influence relationships within diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Ownership: A proactive mindset with the ability to translate strategy into concrete projects with clear timelines and goals.
• Systems: Familiarity with procurement systems such as Coupa, Aravo, SAP, or Conga.
• Experience: 8-10 years of relevant experience in Marketing Procurement or Marketing Operations (a minimum of 5 years in Category Management is preferred).
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is a plus.

You will report to the Procurement Director Marketing & Events – EMEA. On a daily basis, you will support the Brand Marketing, Brand Creative, and PR/Comms teams across EMEA at all levels. You will partner closely with local and global procurement peers to realize sourcing strategies through a seamless 'source-to-pay' operation.

You will be responsible from end-to-end for the 'Plan-to-Pay' journey within your categories across the entire EMEA region. This includes:

• Developing and executing sourcing strategies in collaboration with global and local teams.
• Negotiating commercial agreements and mitigating risks.
• Managing supplier relationships and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality goods and services.
• Ensuring strong two-way communication between suppliers and the organization.
• Identifying strategic opportunities and delivering a pipeline for sustainable savings.
• Cultivating strong relationships with internal stakeholders to maximize procurement's impact.

You will be based at Nike's inspiring European Headquarters (EHQ) in Hilversum, a dynamic campus that reflects the values of the brand. Nike offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).

• Access to the gym facilities on campus.
• Commuting allowance of € 0,23 per km.
• 25 vacation days if you work 40 hours per week a full year.
• Diverse team.
• Work from home allowance of €5 per day on days you are working from home.
• 8.33% holiday allowance.

Does this vacancy seem like a perfect match for you? Then apply and send me your motivation and resume!