Role Specific Information
Job Description
About the Role
As a Human Resource Generalist—Logistics, you will be part of a team that builds strong and trusting relationships with associates and business partners while fostering a culture of care and appreciation. You will drive HR initiatives, key people strategies and compliance programs and closely partner with location business partners to advise and support them in achieving business goals while working to retain an engaged workforce.
What You’ll Do
Drive retention, engagement, accountability and culture strategies with business partners
Actively engage with leadership to analyze and identify opportunities to create a better associate experience
Provide Leadership day-to-day guidance, counsel and support of business and talent strategies
Proactively provide visibility to trends and variances as well as root cause analysis and communicate to HR Leadership and business partners
Educate business partners with insights on risks and opportunities
Establish and maintain influential relationships with internal and external partners
Support and influence implementation and adoption of HR-related initiatives across the organization
Recommend and partner to develop new reports and initiatives, using business knowledge and multiple data tools based on evolving business needs
Advocate and reinforce Kohl’s values and DEI initiatives
Additional tasks may be assigned
What Skills You Have
Required
2+ years of experience in associate relations or HR
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical, planning and organization, decision making and leadership skills
Flexibility to work occasional nights, weekends and holidays
Preferred
Bachelor's degree, with an emphasis on HR/Business or equivalent experience
Advanced knowledge of Google Suite
PHR or SPHR
Essential Functions
The requirements listed below are representative of functions you will be required to perform, however you may be required to perform additional functions. Kohl’s may revise this job description at any time. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.
Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the “What You’ll Do” Section
Ability to comply with dress code requirements
Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation
Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and meet scheduling requirements as set by the company
Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
Ability to give direction and to receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnel
Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with others
Ability to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while
accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes
Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs
Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.
Ability to plan, prioritize and monitor activities across business units
Ability to complete or oversee the completion of assigned projects in a timely manner
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in associate relations or human resources
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical, planning, organizational, decision-making, and leadership skills
- Flexibility to work occasional nights, weekends, and holidays
- Bachelor's degree emphasizing human resources or business, or equivalent experience
- Advanced knowledge of Google Suite
- PHR or SPHR certification
Kohl's Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kohl's and has not been reviewed or approved by Kohl's.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the 401(k) plan is a standout, offering a dollar‑for‑dollar company match up to 5% with contributions available from day one. Eligibility and vesting mechanics are presented as straightforward for eligible roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave includes 12–14 weeks for birthing parents and 6 weeks for other eligible parents. Feedback suggests this is a meaningful family‑support element within the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — The package includes a 15% everyday associate discount that can rise to 35% on select days, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and low‑ or no‑cost wellness centers in eligible locations. Feedback suggests these everyday perks add tangible value alongside core benefits.
Kohl's Insights
What We Do
Kohl’s is a leading omnichannel retailer with more than 1,100 stores in 49 states Kohl's business is built on a solid foundation of more than 65 million customers, an unmatched brand portfolio, industry-leading loyalty and Kohl's Card programs, a convenient and accessible nationwide store footprint, and large digital business on Kohls.com and the Kohl's mobile app. Our Vision: - The retailer of choice for the active and casual lifestyle - Destination for active and casual lifestyle as well as beauty for the entire family — from the most trusted brands, always delivering quality and discovery - Leading with loyalty and value through best-in-class rewards programs - Differentiated omnichannel experience — easy and inviting, no matter how our customer wants to shop
