Shopko names new softlines head

GREEN BAY, Wis. Shopko today announced that it has named Jill Soltau senior vp, general merchandise manager of softlines. She will report to Michael MacDonald, Shopko chairman and ceo.

Prior to joining Shopko, Soltau was with the Carson Pirie Scott division of Saks for nine years, holding a variety of stores and merchandising roles. Soltau also has held senior merchandising positions with Sears and Kohl's

MacDonald commented, "Jill's depth and breadth of experience make her the ideal candidate for this most important role. Jill's extensive background in buying, product development and planning and allocation, together with her multiple retail channel exposure represents a powerful combination of skills and experience. I am exceptionally pleased to welcome Jill Soltau to the Shopko team."