May 17, 2026

Early Talent - 2026 - D69 NY West - Store Leadership Trainee

Kohl's Rochester, New York

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. Discover Kohl’s store structure, areas of ownership and team responsibilitiesLearn all store operations and processesEngage in daily hands-on experiences including in-store merchandising, visual standards and continual product movementWork closely with a Coach, Mentor and HR Business Partners to learn how to effectively lead, motivate, and drive engagement among a teamJoin weekly touch bases with the Store Manager to recap the prior week’s training, align on the new week, share feedback and connect on needsLead with a customer-first mindset, demonstrate integrity and accountability, be a creative problem solver and foster an empathetic and inclusive cultureCultivate business acumen skills and learn how to make operationally sound business decisionsParticipate 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 mindsetSupport schedule execution, sales projections and payroll managementParticipate 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 experienceFlexible schedule, work hours will be based on business needs; must be available nights and weekendsHighly adaptable and self-motivatedMust be 18 years of age or olderGreat verbal/written communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent decision-making and problem-solving skills Ability to make quick decisions and resolve conflictsEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility 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 talentFlexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

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