HR most political function - Human Resources Diector NIKE Employee Review

3.0
Jul 29, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Overall employee experience, training, offensive goal setting, beautiful campus, perks

Cons

HR doesn’t practice what it advises the business regarding how to lead, competitive hiring, no favoritism, hiring the most qualified person. CHRO is walking a fine line of reverse discrimination and ageism. Such a toxic and political function that prevents great HR from happening. I hope John sniffs this out and cleans it up!

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Cons

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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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