Early Talent - 2026 - D60 PNW South- Store Leadership Trainee

Kohl's

Tukwila, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Business Skills, Channel Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Develop and Maintain Customers, Emergency Care, Human Resources, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal, Life Insurance, Market Trend Analysis, Mentoring, Merchandising, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Payroll Management, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss Management, Retail Management, Sales Analysis, Sales Forecasting, Talent Management, Team Building, Team Player, Training Program, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Tukwila, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Store Leadership Trainee Program As a Store Leadership Trainee (SLT), you will participate in a structured training program to prepare you for the role of Merchandising Manager or Operations Manager (Assistant Store Manager) at a Kohl's store. During the Store Leadership Trainee Program (SLT Program), you will learn aspects of what it takes to run a successful, thriving business, from Human Resources, Operations, Merchandising, Team Development, Omni-channel Management and more. Those new to Kohl's will train for 8 weeks, while Internal participants may train for a shorter period of time. Kohl's offers trainee start dates in February, May and July based on business needs. Following the SLT Program At the end of the SLT Program, Kohl's, in its sole discretion, will determine if there is an opportunity to continue employment as a Merchandising Manager or an Operations Manager (Assistant Store Manager). Kohl's may consider factors such as performance, availability and its business needs. The career path of a Store Leadership Trainee is: SLT, Assistant Store Manager, Store Manager, District Manager. What You'll Do + Discover Kohl's store structure, areas of ownership and team responsibilities + Learn all store operations and processes + Engage in daily hands-on experiences including in-store merchandising, visual standards and continual product movement + Work closely with a Coach, Mentor and HR Business Partners to learn how to effectively lead, motivate, and drive engagement among a team + Join weekly touch bases with the Store Manager to recap the prior week's training, align on the new week, share feedback and connect on needs + Lead with a customer-first mindset, demonstrate integrity and accountability, be a creative problem solver and foster an empathetic and inclusive culture + Cultivate business acumen skills and learn how to make operationally sound business decisions + Participate in dedicated programming to strengthen development and gain exposure to Kohl's leadership + Analyze sales and market trends to drive profitability while maintaining a strong customer-first mindset + Support schedule execution, sales projections and payroll management + Participate in Leader on Duty shifts to provide a Customer First experience What Skills You Have + Associate's or Bachelor's degree required (or expected completion within approximately 3 months of starting the SLT Program) + Less than 18 months of retail management leadership experience + Flexible schedule, work hours will be based on business needs; must be available nights and weekends + Highly adaptable and self-motivated + Must be 18 years of age or older + Great verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills + Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills + Ability to make quick decisions and resolve conflicts + Effective verbal and written communication skills + Ability to work independently and as part of a team + Strong analytical skills and superior critical thinking skills + Strong people management skills and ability to develop talent + Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays Pay Range: $25 - $34.00 Kohl's offers a variety of benefits to associates depending on full-time/part-time status and work hours, including: WORK LIFE BALANCE (PTO, Vacation Buy Program, Parental Leave), HEALTH & WELLNESS (Medical, Dental, Vision and other short and long term disability programs, Emergency health and wellness programs such as Accident Protection Plans, Critical Illness Plans and more), SAVINGS & RETIREMENT BENEFITS (401k, Flexible Spending Accounts and associate discount programs with Kohl's partners), INSURANCE PROGRAMS (Life Insurance for you, your family or your pet, as well as other protection programs), and LIFE EVENTS (Legal and adoption assistance benefits).

About the Company

Kohl's

At Kohl's, our mission is to inspire and empower families to lead fulfilled lives. And there's no more rewarding job than that. Because it's not just about selling things. It's about letting customers know that the things that make their lives better are within their reach. We build great brands, launch new technologies to make shopping easier, contribute our time and dollars to improve the world we live in and dream up ways to empower our customers and Associates to create a life they love. Our Associates make a difference in the lives of our customers. Let us make a difference in yours. Welcome to Kohl's.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Other/Not Classified

FOUNDED

1962

WEBSITE

http://www.kohls.com

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