Pendulum always swinging! - Anonymous employee NIKE Employee Review

3.0
22 Jul 2009
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Nike has a great benefits package, many passionate employees, great product and a beautiful campus. The two sites to get a good workout in at lunch are top-notch.

Cons

Sr. Management still hasn;t figured out how to manage now that Phil is taking a back seat. Mark and Charlie are great, but their trust in their senior leadership is misplaced as many in the corporate leadership team are uninformed, and survive off reputation rather than real work and knowledge. Influence of European methodology and management practices into corporate culture has created friction. Efforts to globalize and duplicate best practices across all regions has slowed down progress - company is less nimble than in it's heyday.

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5.0
1 Jul 2026
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Pros

Nike in general was a great company to work for. Great work life balance, great teammates, solid pay. Employee discount was awesome perk.

Cons

There was constant reorg and it hurt team morale.

2.0
21 Jun 2026
Recommend
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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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