Amit Nayak has joined RJ Corp Retail as Chief Operating Officer, where he will lead the Nike business in India. He took charge of business operations, growth strategy, and the complete execution of the Nike brand across the country.
Amit brings over 12 years of experience in the retail and lifestyle sector. He has strong expertise in brand building, omni channel retail, product design, and strategic merchandising. Before joining RJ Corp Retail, he served as the Business Head for Performax and Umbro at Reliance Retail. There, he played a key role in expanding both brands across categories like apparel, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and children.
His career also includes working as Brand Head and being part of the CEO’s office at Reliance. Earlier, he was a part of the Aditya Birla Group Leadership Program, known for developing top talent. Amit began his career in operations at NTPC but soon moved into the retail space, building a strong base in category management, customer insights, and business growth.
Amit is a silver medalist from Tata Institute of Social Sciences and also studied at Vellore Institute of Technology. He is widely recognized for his results-driven approach and collaborative leadership style. His appointment marks an important step in strengthening Nike’s presence and customer connection in India’s fast-growing retail market.