It's Not a Fair Playing Field - HR Business Partner NIKE Employee Review

2.0
2 May 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The benefits offered at Nike puts them at the top of their competitors. There are a lot of areas to move to internally, if you want to spend your entire career at Nike. The workforce is diverse and promoting within is highly encouraged.

Cons

The politics in the HR department and other areas of Nike is disgusting, disappointing, and demotivating. A lot of unqualified people get promoted to leadership roles who are as effective as a toddler managing their emotions. They call it "building relationships" when it's really about butt kissing and "like-me" biased management that "rewards" workers with opportunities and promotions. They run their business like a mom and pop shop, not like a large global company with a diverse customer base. Very disappointing.

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Pros

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Cons

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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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