Position Purpose:

Lead the transformation of micro space planning practices by driving automation, process improvement, and the integration of advanced analytics. Champion initiatives that enhance efficiency and optimize resource utilization across the micro space planning function. Oversee the development and implementation of scalable, store-specific solutions that align with assortment strategies and Home Depot’s merchandising objectives. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by developing, documenting, and sharing best practices across teams and the broader merchandising organization. 

Key Responsibilities:

50% Lead/develop team in executing space analysis that influences Merchant decisions and financial outcome. Work with Merchants to capture visual merchandising strategy, and provide corresponding planogram support. Projects will typically involve opportunities that have the potential to drive significant incremental revenues. Accountable for team's accuracy, thought process, timeliness, and viability of recommendations. Review, monitor and communicate metrics and results.30% Identify, develop, and refine processes to enhance space management within Merchandising20% Collaborate with business leaders to determine priorities and ensure alignment. Developing connections with cross-functional partners to further analytical insight and viability of executing assortment/space changes. The Sr. Manager must be proficient at communicating to all levels of management.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

Position Reports to Director, Space PlanningNumber of Direct Reports is 6.

Travel Requirements:

Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Working Conditions:

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be eighteen years of age or older.Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

Deep expertise in micro space planning and planogram automation 

Proven experience leading process improvement, efficiency, and tool development initiatives 

Demonstrated ability to assess and optimize resource utilization within planning teams 

Strong analytical, technical, and project management skills 

Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and scalable solutions 

Experience with JDA/Blue Yonder or similar space planning tools 

Track record of developing and sharing best practices to drive organizational excellence 

Strategic, innovative, and comfortable with ambiguity 

Minimum Education:

The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Preferred Education:

No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

6

Preferred Years of Work Experience:

No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:

None

Preferred Leadership Experience:

None

Certifications:

None

Competencies:

Demonstrated financial acumenQuantitative analysis / Statistics - proficiency in Access, Excel, SQLExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated success at partnering with cross-functional teams across a complex organizationExperience managing multiple direct reportsDemonstrated proficiency at managing and prioritizing across multiple project