Director - Anonymous employee NIKE Employee Review

1.0
14 Dec 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Brand and only brand counts. Employees discounts can be obtained easily but having access online is nice on the fly. Deferred compensation is a great secret perk for those making $150k or more.

Cons

Maniacal about brand and keeping legacy employees. Turnover in corporate is so high that black badge employee id numbers start well over 300000. This is a definite red flag when only ~8000 black badge employees are currently employed.

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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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