Early Talent D15 Cleveland East - Store Leadership Trainee

Role Specific Information:
Store Leadership Trainee Program

• 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

• 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, 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

• Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the “What You’ll Do” section
• Ability to work at least 8 hours per day, occasionally longer when necessary to meet business needs, 5 days per week
• Ability to comply with dress code requirements
• Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
• Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation
• Ability to operate and communicate on multiple frequency devices, handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed
• Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and meet scheduling requirements as set by the company
• Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs
• Perform work in accordance with the Physical/Cognitive Requirements section

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and occasionally over 50 lbs. with a two‑person lift
• Ability to climb, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, twist, reach, lift, grasp, push and pull on a frequent basis
• Ability to stand/walk for the duration of a scheduled shift (at least 9 hours)
• Ability to use a computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.
• Ability to visually verify information and locate and inspect merchandise
• Ability to respond to customer inquiries
• Ability to comply with health and safety standards
• Ability to perform job responsibilities in a seated/standing position, or a combination thereof

Pay Range: $25 - $34.00