AI summary
Nike is hiring an onsite Retail Associate (Retail Athlete) for its South Congress store in Austin, focused on delivering a premium in-store experience and building consumer loyalty in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment. You'll guide customers to the right product, maintain strong store standards, and work across store zones as part of a team. Standout perk: up to 50% employee discount across Nike, Converse, and Jordan.
Key skills
Customer serviceRetail sales goal attainmentProduct knowledge and consumer guidanceVisual/stock maintenance (keeping store sharp)Teamwork in a fast-paced environmentFlexible scheduling (evenings/weekends/holidays)Clear, honest communicationPhysical retail duties (standing long periods, ladder use)
Pays $16.00 per hour (starting rate) for this role in Austin, TX.
You'll thrive here if you’re service-led, energetic, and reliable, and you enjoy helping consumers find the right gear in a busy team-based store environment.
Why apply
- Up to 50% staff discount
- Tuition assistance up to $5,250
- PTO and holiday pay
Lace Up as a Nike Retail Associate As a Nike Retail Associate, you bring the “Just Do It” mindset to life. You serve like a pro to help our consumers discover the product that inspires them - from living rooms to locker rooms - to move, dream, and dare. You’re in the store building brand trust and loyalty, but you don’t do it alone. We play in a fast-paced, high traffic environment, across store zones and consumer needs, but there’s no ego. We’re one team, showing up with optimism and hunger for the collective win. The goal is to serve our consumer and provide them with the ultimate Nike store experience. Are you up for it? Who We’re Looking For You lead with service. You understand and obsess the consumer’s needs, then guide them to the gear that elevates their performance. You fuel the day’s momentum. You know the product, honor the details, and keep the store sharp. You hit your goals and move with purpose. You build connection. You show up for the consumer and your teammates. You bring the energy of sport, share your knowledge, and create a space where everyone feels seen and supported. You bring integrity to every moment. You meet our elevated standards, communicate honestly, and model reliability in every interaction. Leading With Your Best Flexible with scheduling and available to work retail hours, which may include day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays, based on department and store/company needs. Physical requirements include the ability to bend, squat, reach, climb a ladder and stand for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodations. The starting hourly rate for this position isㅤ$16.00 Must be at least 18 (U.S.) Be Rewarded for a Job Well Done Discounts up to 50% off for you and eligible family members, from Nike, Converse, and Jordan Tuition Assistance of up to $5,250 per calendar year (Eligibility Varies) Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay (Eligibility Varies) Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Eligibility Varies) Parental & Family Leaves; Short and Long-Term Disability (Eligibility Varies) Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (Eligibility Varies) 401(k) Plan (Eligibility Varies) Financial Coaching and Education Benefits (Eligibility Varies) Commuter Benefits Mental and Emotional Health Benefits Child Development Support and Caregiving Benefits (Eligibility Varies) Employee Assistance Program An online assessment is part of the application process for this role. During the assessment, you’ll be asked questions that give you the chance to demonstrate your personality and behavioral preferences by choosing between statements. The questions are directed at personality characteristics that relate to successful performance in the Retail Athlete/Associate role at NIKE. NIKE uses the scores from this assessment as part of determining who to advance in the hiring process. If you would like to request an accommodation related to the assessment, please contact . At NIKE, Inc. we promise to provide a premium, inclusive, compelling and authentic candidate experience. Delivering on this promise means we allow you to be at your best — and to do that, you need to understand how the hiring process works. Transparency is key.