Great starting point - Head Merchandiser Foot Locker Employee Review

4.0
Mar 13, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Training is excellent, you get to learn a lot about the business upfront through mandatory training classes that you can apply immediately at your desk. Outstanding corporate culture. Really feels like a family. Diversity is key with this company.

Cons

Little to no room for growth. Career path is challenged and longgggggggggggggg, you are limited too merchandiser, head merchandiser, assistant buyer, buyer/planner.

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5.0
Jun 22, 2026
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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
Jun 1, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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