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      Decathlon

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      Decathlon reviews

      4.0

      79% would recommend to a friend

      (4,532 total reviews)
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      Javier López

      84% approve of CEO

      61% positive business outlook

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      Decathlon has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 4,532 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Decathlon employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Commerce de détail et de gros industry (3.5 stars).

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      5K reviews
      5.0
      May 29, 2025

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      Department manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      The culture is very nice

      Cons

      salary very low, no work life balance

      3.0
      May 28, 2025

      Great for Growth-Minded Individuals, But Fast-Paced Retail Realities Apply

      Department manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Empowered Environment – You're given real ownership of your department, from stock to strategy to people management. Strong Learning Culture – Tons of on-the-job training, development pathways, and mentorship. Great for first-time managers. Sporty and Inclusive Culture – Passion for sports is genuinely part of the DNA; team is active, motivated, and diverse. Autonomy with Responsibility – You get freedom to make decisions and drive initiatives that directly impact store performance. Fast Career Progression – High performers can climb quickly into senior leadership roles or switch departments/stores globally.

      Cons

      Retail Hours Can Be Demanding – Expect weekends, public holidays, and late shifts; not your typical 9–5. Operational Load is Heavy – You're juggling sales, stock, staff, training, and strategy daily. Can feel overwhelming at times. Pace Can Lead to Burnout – High expectations, constant targets, and continuous change may not suit everyone. Limited Remote Flexibility – Due to the nature of retail, most work must be done physically on-site. Not for Those Without Passion for Retail/Sport – The culture rewards energy, initiative, and ownership — coasting won’t go unnoticed.

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