Exciting work, challenging work environment - Program Director NIKE Employee Review

4.0
Dec 3, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Nike is a very exciting company to work at. They are always innovating, always pushing the edge, and they have the funding available to do exciting projects. Some positions are able to travel quite a bit also.

Cons

The environment is extremely political, especially in Digital. Many employees feel they cannot be their authentic selves lest they be blacklisted somehow or even quietly moved out of their positions and into a lesser role. Focus on hierarchy, way too many Sr Directors and VP's, and an overly matrixed environment leads to confusion with 10 bosses thinking they're in charge and confusion ensuing at the individual contributor level. This makes it challenging to actually GET any of that exciting work DONE at Nike. They really are their own worst enemy.

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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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