Entrepreneurial, heavy profit and career oriented - Manager NIKE Employee Review

3.0
Jul 17, 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great campus facilities and sports oriented work environment. Initiative and drive are appreciated, need to be an entrepreneurial and self starter individual to succeed.

Cons

Heavy politics, competitiveness and own career interests take priority over sound or strategic business decisions. In its continuous race to increase profits, Nike doesn't care much for its employees and dismisses them in unethical ways. You're ok as long as they need you and as long you keep your mouth shut. Significant unpaid overtime is a given. Merit is not the main criteria for career advancement, but rather buddying up with the right Sr leader. Heavy lockerroom atmosphere so tougher for women to make it.

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Cons

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Pros

Working at Nike was a great experience overall. The company culture is energetic, inclusive, and team-oriented. Management encourages employees to embody the Nike brand and provides opportunities for growth within retail and corporate roles. Employee discounts are excellent and make it easy to enjoy the products you sell. The work environment is fast-paced, especially during launches and holiday seasons, which keeps the job engaging. I also appreciated working alongside passionate teammates who genuinely cared about customer service and creating a positive shopping experience.

Cons

Retail schedules can be inconsistent and often include nights, weekends, and holidays. During peak periods, the store can become extremely busy, which can be stressful when balancing customer service expectations with operational tasks. Advancement opportunities can vary depending on store location and management structure.

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