Foot Locker reviews

3.6

59% would recommend to a friend

(5,231 total reviews)

Ann Freeman

51% approve of CEO

41% positive business outlook

Foot Locker has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 5,231 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Foot Locker employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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5K reviews
4.0
Mar 6, 2025

Footlocker Employee

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexibility Underwhelming environment Friendly staff Great discount

Cons

Terrible hours No extra pay Lack of benefits Limited opportunity within company

1.0
Mar 6, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Cool to work for an iconic brand with a strong presence in sneaker culture. You meet some incredible people while working here, and many colleagues are passionate about what they do. If you’re ever invited to company events, they can be a fun experience. Gives you the experience of working in a corporate retail setting

Cons

Working for a famous brand like Foot Locker seemed like an exciting opportunity, but the reality was very disappointing. The company heavily prioritizes leadership while neglecting the well being of its employees. There is a clear expectation to go above and beyond, yet the compensation, benefits, and overall support do not reflect the level of effort required. Even basic employee appreciation, such as small holiday gifts or an adequate discount, is overlooked in favor of excessive focus on leadership perks. Compared to their competitors, Foot Locker’s perks are truly below standard. Work life balance is very bad, with long hours, high expectations, and little regard for employee burnout. Leadership is more concerned with optics than genuine support, creating a culture of micromanagement and mistrust. Career growth often depends more on internal politics than actual performance, making it difficult to advance based on merit. Resources seem to always be stretched thin, making it challenging to perform at a high level, yet employees are still expected to deliver exceptional results with minimal support. Morale is very low and there is little motivation to stay long term. What initially seemed like a dream job quickly turned into a frustrating and unsustainable work environment.

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Foot Locker Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment, and we recognize that maintaining a healthy work-life balance is critical to long-term success. Your insights are valuable, and we are actively working on improving communication and recognition across all levels of leadership. If you are open to it, we would love to learn more about your experience and provide support for you. Please feel free to reach out to TAOps@footlocker.com to continue the conversation with us.
3.0
Mar 5, 2025

Alright job

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Able to make some money partime. Discount is nice

Cons

Managers are overworked and underpaid

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