Nicole Carlson
About Nicole Carlson
Nicole Carlson is the Store Manager at Kohl's in Portland, Oregon, with a background in Business Administration and extensive experience in retail management.
Education and Expertise
Nicole Carlson studied at Oregon State University-Cascades where she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Business Administration and Management, General, from 2012 to 2014. Prior to this, she studied at Central Oregon Community College, earning an Associate's degree with a Business Emphasis from 2008 to 2012. Her academic background provided her with strong foundational knowledge in business and management principles. Combined with her practical retail experience, Nicole’s educational background has significantly contributed to her skill set in merchandising, communication, and leadership.
Career at Kohl's
Nicole Carlson has built an extensive career at Kohl's, beginning as a Misses Sales Supervisor from 2010 to 2014 in Bend, Oregon. She then moved into various training roles, including Manager in Training Intern positions in 2012 (Bend, Oregon) and 2013, and as Manager In Training for 2 months in 2014 in Hillsboro, Oregon. Nicole transitioned to an Assistant Store Manager role from 2014 to 2018 in Vancouver, Washington. Since October 2018, she has been serving as the Store Manager of Kohl’s in Portland, Oregon, where she oversees store operations and leads a team to ensure effective merchandising and customer service.
Store Management Experience
Nicole Carlson is the Store Manager at Kohl’s in Portland, Oregon, and has been in this role since October 2018. Her responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day operations, managing staff, ensuring customer satisfaction, and implementing merchandising strategies. Her tenure as Store Manager follows four years of experience as an Assistant Store Manager, where she developed her leadership abilities and deepened her understanding of store operations. Her experience ensures the store runs smoothly and meets sales targets while fostering a positive environment for customers and employees alike.
Retail Industry Background
Nicole Carlson has a comprehensive background in the retail industry with experience spanning multiple roles and functions. Starting her career as a Sales Associate at Sears Holdings Corporation (2007-2009), she moved on to become a Customer Engagement Specialist at Dick's Sporting Goods (2009-2010). Nicole has worked in various supervisory and specialized roles at Kohl's, where she has gained expertise in sales, customer engagement, and merchandising. Her extensive experience across different levels of retail operations equips her with the skills needed to effectively manage a retail store.