Nike Project & Design Co-ordinator| Store Development | Procurement
Responsible to:
Elaine Wilson
Department:
Property, Store Development
Location:
Bury UK
Hours:
40 Hours Per Week
Role Overview:
As a Nike Project & Design Co-ordinator within the Property Store Development team, you will play a supporting role in the design development and delivery of Nike shop-in-shop environments across the JD ecosystem.
Working as part of a dedicated four-person team focused exclusively on the Nike brand, you will manage and execute projects with a strong emphasis on quality, precision, and brand integrity.
This role involves regular site visits across the UK and Europe, requiring a hands-on approach and a commitment to excellence in every stage of the project lifecycle.
Core Responsibilities & Key Duties
Project Co-ordination
* Reporting to Elaine Wilson (JD Property) the Nike Project & Design Co-ordinator will support the delivery of Nike Shop in Shop (SIS) projects across UK, EU and International markets within the JD store environment.
* Plan, schedule, and manage all phases of assigned SIS projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality execution aligned with both JD and Nike expectations.
* Maintain comprehensive project documentation - including schedules, cost reports, progress updates, and quality control records, to ensure transparency and effective stakeholder communication.
* Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress ensuring full compliance with brand and operational standards.
* Serve as the primary on-site contact pre, during and post construction phases, facilitating seamless collaboration between clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
* Enhance project efficiency by developing and optimising project management tools to support task tracking and cross-functional workflows.
* Collaborate closely with internal departments to ensure alignment on design and execution, fostering a team-oriented approach throughout the project lifecycle.
* Proactively resolve any issues to ensure smooth project delivery while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
* Uphold rigorous quality control standards to ensure all deliverables meet or exceed company and client expectations.
* Contribute to the maintenance of the branded space roadmap, ensuring accurate location tracking and alignment with strategic store design plans.
Retail Design
* Develop detailed designs and visualisations for Nike SIS (Shop-in-Shop) concepts, clearly demonstrating location integration and how the space will come to life within each JD store.
* Review and provide feedback on fixture supplier designs, ensuring alignment with store-specific requirements including brand DNA, sizing, and quality standards.
* Utilise AutoCAD, InDesign, and 3D rendering tools to support the development and refinement of SIS design concepts.
* Maintain and regularly update the Nike Playbook, ensuring all geographies reflect the latest brand guidelines and design direction.
* Participate in collaborative design workshops with JD and Nike teams to co-create SIS concepts and spatial layouts.
* Partner with external creative agencies to validate proposed designs and concept evolutions, ensuring technical feasibility and compatibility with JD’s material palette and fixture system.
* Work closely with JD’s internal design teams to ensure consistency across project-specific designs and store-specific customisations.
* Create compelling PowerPoint presentations to communicate SIS concepts and design narratives to all stakeholders, including JD, Nike, 3rd party suppliers, and new franchise partners.
Budget & technical
* Support the management of the Nike PT budget, ensuring JD and Nike maximise available funds within the fiscal year through strategic planning and efficient allocation.
* Contribute to the allocation of agreed PT spend, collaborating with key stakeholders to align investment with city strategies and broader rollout initiatives.
* Conduct factory and supplier visits to support the fixture sign-off process, ensuring all Shop-in-Shop elements meet the high brand standards of both Nike and JD.
* Provide input into the technical drawing process, ensuring design proposals meet the functional and aesthetic requirements of both brands.
* Support with the identification of new vendors and support RFP’s as necessary though sharing on knowledge and experience in delivering the SIS globally.
* Ensure build instructions, inclusive of videos and photos packs reflect the correct installation methods.
Your attributes:
* Understanding of retail design, materiality and manufacturing processes.
* Proven experience in project planning and execution, including on-site roles, within the retail shopfitting industry.
* Organised and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities effectively.
* Concise and clear communication skills, both written and verbal, for seamless collaboration.
* Resilient and hardworking mindset, capable of thriving in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
* Commitment to delivering excellence, coupled with a passion for innovative solutions.
* Adaptability and flexibility to travel frequently across the UK and Europe to meet project needs.
* A self-starter with a strong sense of initiate and diligence.
* Proven ability to work collaboratively across departments and support internal stakeholders.
* Proficient in AutoCAD, with a good understanding of 3D modelling packings for rendering / visualisation.
* Able to work InDesign or a willingness to be trained in this package.
Position Requirements:
* Valid passport and full driving licence, with a readiness to travel as needed.
* Understanding of the retail sector, with interest in current fashion and design trends.
* Passion for the JD and Nike brands!
* Understanding of property, including design, construction, and fixture & fitting sourcing.
* Knowledge of the construction and shopfitting industry.
* Practical mindset with the ability to interpret technical documents in the context of design and project delivery.
* Agile and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced environment while balancing priorities, deadlines, and objectives.
* Good time management skills, capable of overseeing multiple projects. across time zones while maintaining design integrity and budget discipline
* Strong communication and influencing skills, able to engage stakeholders at all levels and drive alignment across functions.
* Open to feedback and new ideas, continuously seeking ways to enhance the JD brand through the Nikes shop in shop concept
Essential Software Skills
* Microsoft Suite
* Project Management software
* Adobe
Preferred Software Skills
* Visual rendering and 3D modelling
* * AutoCAD
* InDesign packages
Working relationships & Interfaces:
Internal stakeholders:
* Partner with the project, design, retail and VM teams at both global and regional levels to ensure seamless delivery of shop in shops.
* Engage with cross-functional teams including procurement, merchandising, space planning, marketing and finance.
* Act as a key point of contact for internal teams relating to Nike shop in shop unitary and design, fostering collaborative partnerships that enhance in store brand presence.
External Stakeholders:
* Collaborate closely with Nike teams across global and local markets to align on strategic goals and execution of SIS’s.
* Act as a key contact for Nike, representing both brands in all aspects of the role.
* Liaise with general contractors and supply chain partners to ensure timely, cost-effective and high-quality project delivery.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with external creative agencies to deliver innovative and brand-aligned store environments.
* Communicate with 3PL providers to ensure timely delivery of shipments to meet project time-lines.