Strong brand, but directionless work and opaque leadership decisions - Brand Experience Representative adidas Employee Review

1.0
Dec 22, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

•Globally recognized brand with cultural relevance •Talented, hardworking people at the individual contributor level •Well-known name that still carries weight on a résumé

Cons

•Work often lacks clear direction, focus, or long-term strategy •Chronic lack of resources despite expanding expectations •Performance feedback from all relevant stakeholders was consistently positive, even shortly before my role was abruptly replaced •Staffing and replacement decisions lack transparency and clear performance-based rationale •Terminations can be timed immediately before holidays, with holiday pay denied and minimal severance offered •Frequent restructuring creates instability and erodes trust across teams •Pay well below area standards

Explore other reviews about adidas

5.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

like the people and work

Cons

hate the politics that you have the play

4.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay and a good employee discount

Cons

Can be a tad bit dramatic as far as interpersonal interactions go.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All