Jared Watson
About Jared Watson
Jared Watson is an Operations Supervisor at Kohl's Department Stores in Monroe, Ohio, with a background in accounting from Indiana Wesleyan University and Miami University.
Current Role at Kohl's Department Stores
Jared Watson is currently serving as an Operations Supervisor at Kohl's Department Stores in Monroe, Ohio - EFC1, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, Jared is responsible for improving workflow to drive results, overseeing the operations of several departments alongside individual department supervisors, and developing and maintaining accuracy standards to ensure unit inventory integrity. His responsibilities also include aligning with business partners to resolve issues and ensure efficient service delivery.
Previous Experience at Kohl's Department Stores
Before assuming his current role, Jared Watson served as the EFC1 Loss Prevention Assistant Supervisor at Kohl's Department Stores from 2003 to 2015, a period of 12 years. During his tenure in this role, Jared focused on loss prevention strategies and initiatives within the organization, ensuring the safety and security of merchandise and personnel. His experience in loss prevention laid the foundation for his current supervisory role in operations.
Educational Background
Jared Watson holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Indiana Wesleyan University, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. Prior to that, Jared was working toward his Bachelor's Degree in Accounting at Miami University from 2011 to 2014. He also completed his high school education at Clinton Massie High School, earning his High School Diploma in 1999. Jared's educational background in accounting has equipped him with strong analytical and financial skills that are valuable in his supervisory roles.
Key Responsibilities and Expertise
In his role as Operations Supervisor, Jared Watson leads high-performing teams to improve productivity and associate engagement. He is involved in evaluating performance indicators to ensure effective merchandise processing and meets company goals through dynamic staffing. Jared also focuses on increasing associate engagement by maintaining open communication, setting clear objectives, and removing barriers. Additionally, he is dedicated to developing effective staff through coaching and performance feedback, monitoring safety and accident incident reports to reduce lost time, and ensuring performance best practices.