Challenging for Minorities (Racial & Gender) - Global Director NIKE Employee Review

2.0
Nov 7, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Some of the smartest co-workers you'll ever have. Discounted products. On the surface "cool" factor. Opportunity to travel globally. Gorgeous campus (Beaverton)

Cons

Tons of office politics. You are who your manager "says" you are. Micro-aggressive behavior towards women and people of color (specifically African Americans). Limited work/life balance. Below market pay (non S band employees) White males tend to "fail up" (C. Cheek)

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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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