Marlon Carter
About Marlon Carter
Marlon Carter is the Director of Technology at Kohl's, specializing in product development and inventory ordering. He has extensive experience in business development and retail management, with a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Current Role at Kohl's
Marlon Carter serves as the Director of Technology at Kohl's, specifically in Product Development & Inventory Ordering. He has been in this role since 2021. His responsibilities include overseeing digital product design through 3D style design, as well as international factory inspections. Additionally, he manages technology systems that support inventory allocation, replenishment, and demand forecasting.
Previous Positions at Kohl's
Marlon Carter has held multiple roles at Kohl's before his current position. From 2020 to 2021, he was the Director of Kohl's Technology - Product Leader of Product Development & Item Management in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Prior to that, he served as Senior Staff Program Manager from 2018 to 2020 in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. He was also the Sr. Staff Product Manager from 2014 to 2018 and Project Manager - MIO from 2011 to 2014.
Earlier Career Roles
Before rejoining Kohl's in various capacities, Marlon Carter was the Managing Director/Owner at MJ Connection - Apparel Licensing and Sourcing from 2008 to 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee. He also held the position of Vice President of Business Development at The EM Group from 2006 to 2008 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and Director of Business Development at Next Marketing Inc. from 2004 to 2006 in Wabash, Indiana.
Initial Career Experience
Marlon Carter started his professional journey in retail management and development. He worked as a Retail Manager/Buyer for the Chicago Bears - DNC from 2002 to 2004 in Chicago, Illinois. He also served as an Associate Buyer at Kohl's from 2000 to 2002 in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Earlier roles include positions as Associate Buyer - Home Appliances at Sears (1997 to 2000), Store Manager - Brand Central at Sears (1996 to 1997), and Assistant Brand Central Manager at Sears (1993 to 1996) in various locations including Lafayette, Louisiana, and New Orleans, Louisiana.
Community and Culture Initiatives
Marlon Carter is deeply involved in promoting a culture of belonging and inclusivity within the technology division at Kohl's. He actively engages in vulnerable discussions among technology associates and executive leaders to promote empathy and humanizing conversations. Outside of his professional life, he is passionate about coaching youth football and dedicates hours each week to mentoring young individuals.