Jeff Hom
About Jeff Hom
Jeff Hom is the EVP of Merchandise Planning, Allocation, and Operations at Kohl's with over 20 years of experience in retail merchandising and supply chain management.
Company
Jeff Hom is currently employed at Kohl's, where he serves as the Executive Vice President (EVP) of Merchandise Planning, Allocation, and Operations. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, his tenure in this role began in 2023. Before this, he held the position of Senior Vice President (SVP) for Merch Transformation, Operations, and Planning at the same company from 2021 to 2023.
Title
Jeff Hom holds the title of EVP of Merchandise Planning, Allocation, and Operations at Kohl's. His role encompasses overseeing merchandise planning, aligning allocations, and ensuring operations run efficiently. With a strategic mindset, Jeff is responsible for driving initiatives that support the company’s overall merchandising goals.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Hom earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. His expertise spans more than 20 years in retail merchandising and supply chain management. Jeff specializes in strategic planning, brand strategy, and go-to-market strategies. Additionally, he is proficient in team development and mentoring, forecasting, allocation, replenishment, and omnichannel retail and fulfillment.
Background
Jeff Hom has held numerous roles throughout his career, starting at Target, where he worked in various capacities from 1996 to 2017. His positions there included Sr. Manager, Director, Sr. Director, and Vice President in fields such as Pharmacy, Audio Electronics, Team Sports & Luggage, and Supply Chain. He then founded Jeff Hom Merchandising and Supply Chain Consulting LLC, offering consulting services from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, Jeff served as EVP at Market Performance Group from 2019 to 2021 before rejoining Kohl’s.
Achievements
Throughout his extensive career, Jeff Hom has built a robust portfolio in retail merchandising and supply chain. He has been instrumental in joint business planning, private/owned brand development, and enhancing ecommerce and analytics capabilities. Jeff’s efforts in strategic planning and partnerships have significantly contributed to the successful execution of multiple initiatives, reflecting his impactful presence in the retail industry.