Fun place to work - if you have a good manager - Anonymous employee Foot Locker Employee Review

2.0
26 Oct 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Fun, knowledgeable employees Discounts on the latest basketball and running shoes Good part time retail experience for initial skill building

Cons

Store management lacks competency and leadership capabilities Inconsistent work schedule Politics and personal favoritism factored heavily into pay raises and promotions

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Pros

Great place to work with the best management could ask for.

Cons

Hours slow during non peak season

3.0
1 June 2026
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Pros

Working here puts you right at the center of sneaker, fashion, and youth culture. You get exposure to massive global vendor partnerships (Nike, Jordan, Adidas, Puma) and high-scale enterprise operations that look great on a resume. Solid corporate benefits package including a competitive 401(k) match, health/wellness accounts, and performance-based bonuses or RSUs at leadership levels. Excellent product perks, including an employee discount across all banners (Foot Locker, Champs, Kids Foot Locker). The corporate dress code is casual and sneaker-friendly. Internal Mobility: Because of the massive global corporate footprint, there are clear paths to transition across different departments (Marketing, Supply Chain, Tech, Finance, Merchandising) along with tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Cons

In efforts to streamline costs, optimize the store fleet, and fund digital growth, the company has historically undergone structural realignments, corporate relocations, or localized layoffs, which can impact team morale and workload distribution.

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