Howard Pearson
About Howard Pearson
Howard Pearson is a Human Resources professional currently working at Kohl's Department Stores in DeSoto, TX, with extensive experience in HR roles across various companies.
Current Role at Kohl's
Howard Pearson has been a part of Kohl's Department Stores' Human Resources team since 2015, based in DeSoto, Texas. In his role, he supports a varying associate population that ranges seasonally from 800 to 4000. He coordinates the onboarding and off-boarding processes for up to 3500 associates during peak seasons. Additionally, he acts as a performance coach for supervisors and leads development activities for HR Specialists. Howard also assists in formulating strategic staffing plans to accommodate peak season employment needs.
Previous Experience at Walmart
Before joining Kohl's, Howard Pearson worked as the Market Human Resources Manager at Walmart from 2011 to 2014. His tenure at Walmart was based in Chattanooga, Tennessee Area, where he focused on managing and overseeing HR functions at the market level. His responsibilities included employee relations, talent management, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures.
Role at Fred's Inc.
Howard Pearson served as the Field Human Resources Manager at Fred's Inc. from 2004 to 2010. During his six-year tenure in the Greater Atlanta Area, he managed HR activities across multiple store locations. His role included handling employee relations, recruitment, and implementing HR programs. Howard played a significant role in aligning HR strategies with the overall business objectives of the company.
Consulting Experience at HRworks
Between 2002 and 2004, Howard Pearson worked as an HR Consultant at HRworks. In this role, he provided HR advisory services to various clients, helping them to develop and implement effective human resources strategies. His consultancy work involved addressing employee relations issues, enhancing talent acquisition processes, and optimizing HR operations.
Early Career and Education
Howard Pearson's early career includes positions such as Area Manager for Retail Sales at Metro PCS from 2001 to 2003 and Store Manager at Walgreen's from 1995 to 2001. He also pursued education at Kaplan College in 1970. Throughout his career, Howard has built a robust background in HR and retail management, developing expertise that continues to support his role in Human Resources.