John King
About John King
John King is the Vice President - Product Leader at Kohl's, with a long tenure at the company in various leadership roles since 1999, and prior experience at Sears Holdings Corporation and Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Title
John King serves as the Vice President - Product Leader at Kohl's. His tenure has been marked by various leadership roles within the company.
Current Role at Kohl's
John King is currently serving as the Vice President - Product Leader at Kohl's since 2020. He is responsible for overseeing product strategies and ensuring alignment with the company's overall objectives.
Past Experience at Kohl's
John King's extensive career at Kohl's includes various roles such as Vice President - IT Merchandising & Product Development from 2015 to 2020, Vice President - IT Strategy & Planning from 2014 to 2015, and Vice President - Merchandise Solutions from 2011 to 2014. He has also served as Director and Senior Manager in the Merchandise Information Office, accumulating significant experience in merchandising and IT strategies.
Experience at Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Prior to joining Kohl's, John King worked at Sears, Roebuck and Co., holding positions such as Merchandise Analyst (1987-1989), New Store Coordinator (1989-1990), Assistant Inventory/Systems Manager (1990-1992), and Financial Analyst (1993-1995). His early roles provided him with a strong foundation in merchandising and financial analysis.
Educational Background
John King holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from Carthage College, which he earned between 1984 and 1987. His academic background has contributed to his analytical and problem-solving skills.