Great vision, great brand, too big... - Director NIKE Employee Review

3.0
Aug 11, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

The campus is awesome and most of the people are great. The overall culture is exciting and creative. Every time I walk by Mark Parker, he says hello; so amazing!

Cons

With big companies come big problems...the culture becomes fragmented where one group can be the antithesis of another, i.e. one group might have a very command and control driven hierarchy, where another empowers employees. It can also be hard to rise through the ranks into the upper echelon; seems to be more hiring externally than building up leadership internally.

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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
Jun 21, 2026
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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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