Manager, Marketing Operations & Enablement - Transformation (Hybrid)

Role Specific InformationJob DescriptionThis role is based at our Corporate Office in Menomonee Falls, WI. You’ll work onsite from Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.About the RoleAs Marketing Operations Transformation Manager, you will be responsible for the development, management and delivery of scalable frameworks, systems and governance models for workflow design, tool implementation and enterprise initiatives that allow our retail marketing engine to run with precision and agility.What You’ll DoOwn and drive a portfolio of high-impact transformation initiatives tied to enterprise goalsLead project intake, scoping and defining key KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and success criteriaArchitect future-state workflows, defining new roles, governance structures and operational standardsDeeply understand the marketing organization’s capacity, capabilities and interdependencies to provide data-driven recommendations and informed decision-makingPartner with business units to ensure plans are contextually aligned with the business, customer and broader industry trendsInfluence and align key cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring buy-in and prioritizationProactively identify, manage, and escalate risks; communicate consolidated status updates to senior management regularlyLead change management and enablement of the transformation, crafting the plan for change, leading training and development and coaching stakeholders through the friction of adopting new tools and methodologiesMaintain agility to pivot and take on additional strategic tasks as necessary to support the evolving needs of the businessAdditional tasks may be assignedWhat Skills You HaveRequiredBachelor’s degree5+ years related experience in strategy, operations or related role/responsibilityPreferredExperience in retail, corporate strategy or marketing operationsEssential FunctionsThe requirements listed below are representative of functions you will be required to perform, however you may be required to perform additional functions. Kohl’s may revise this job description from time to time. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.Demonstrated strength in strategic thinking, planning, problem solving and critical thinkingExperience organizing, managing and ensuring successful execution of large scale, complex/cross-functional projectsWork with cross-functional teams in a highly collaborative wayComfortable with ambiguity and non-linear processExceptional communication and ability to synthesize complex project statuses into concise, actionable insights for senior managementStrong ability to influence othersAbility to perform the accountabilities listed in the “What You’ll Do” SectionAbility to maintain prompt and regular attendance as set by the company Ability to work at least 8 hours per day, occasionally longer when necessary to meet business needs, 5 days per weekAbility to comply with dress code requirementsAbility to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelinesAbility to give direction and receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnelAbility to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with othersAbility to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframesAbility to satisfactorily complete company training programsPerform work in accordance with the Physical/Cognitive Requirements sectionPhysical/Cognitive Requirements Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.Ability to plan, prioritize and monitor activities across business unitsAbility to complete or oversee the completion of assigned projects in a timely mannerAbility to comply with health and safety standards