Kohl’s announced a significant pivot in its real estate strategy, signaling a new chapter for the retail giant. As part of its transformation, the company revealed plans to close its San Bernardino E-commerce Fulfillment Center and 27 underperforming stores by the spring of 2025.

The San Bernardino E-commerce Fulfillment Center, a cornerstone of Kohl’s supply chain since 2010, is set to cease operations in May 2025.

The decision comes as Kohl’s leverages cutting-edge technology in newer facilities and expands its fulfillment capabilities at store locations. This shift enables the company to meet customer demands without relying on the aging San Bernardino facility.

“Our ability to adapt and innovate is key to our future,” said CEO Tom Kingsbury. “While these decisions are tough, they are necessary to ensure we continue delivering the best for our customers and teams.”

By April 2025, 27 stores across 16 states will close their doors due to their underperformance. Despite these closures, Kohl’s emphasized the strength of its more than 1,150 remaining locations.

Notable closures include stores in California, such as the Westchester and San Luis Obispo locations, but not every community is affected. Santa Clarita’s Kohl’s stores at 19307 Golden Valley Road and 24200 Valencia Boulevard remain strong performers and are set to stay open, ensuring continued service to local shoppers.

All associates have been informed and offered a competitive severance package or the ability to apply for other open roles at Kohl’s, according to a statement from Kohl’s. The same statement added that Kohl’s thanks its associates for their work and is working to support its associates during this transition.

“We deeply value the contributions of every team member,” Kingsbury said. “Their dedication has been the foundation of our success, and we are committed to supporting them during this transition.”

With bright spots like the Santa Clarita stores continuing to thrive, the closures are part of a broader effort to strengthen the company’s foundation for the future.

All Kohl’s locations set to close:

Alabama

• Spanish Fort – 21000 Town Center Ave.

Arkansas

• Little Rock West – 13909 Chenal Pkwy.

California

• Balboa (San Diego) – 5505 Balboa Ave.
• Encinitas – 134 N El Camino Real
• Fremont – 43782 Christy St.
• Mountain View – 350 Showers Dr.
• Napa – 1116 1st St.
• Pleasanton – 4525 Rosewood Dr.
• Point West (Sacramento) – 1896 Arden Way
• San Rafael – 5010 Northgate Dr.
• San Luis Obispo – 205 Madonna Rd.
• Westchester – 8739 S Sepulveda Blvd.

Colorado

• Arapahoe Crossing (Aurora) – 6584 S Parker Rd.

Georgia

• Duluth – 2050 W Liddell Rd.

Idaho

• Boise – 400 N Milwaukee St.

Illinois

• Plainfield – 11860 S Route 59
• Spring Hill (West Dundee) – 3000 Spring Hill Ring Rd.

Massachusetts

• Stoughton – 501 Technology Center Dr.

New Jersey

• East Windsor – 72 Princeton Hightstown Rd.

Ohio

• Blue Ash – 4150 Hunt Rd.
• Forest Park (Cincinnati) – 100 Cincinnati Mills Dr.

Oregon

• Portland Gateway – 10010 NE Halsey St.

Pennsylvania

• Pottstown – 351 W Schuylkill Rd.

Texas

• North Dallas – 18224 Preston Rd.

Utah

• Riverton – 13319 S 3600 W Ste 13 LOT

Virginia

• Herndon – 2100 Centreville Rd.
• Williamsburg – 100 Gristmill Plaza

Ed. Note: The above information was provided to KHTS by Kohl’s.

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