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Manager, Merchandising Change Management
Location
Atlanta, GA
Category
Merchandising
Type
Corporate
Job ID
Req114116
Position Purpose:
The Manager, Merchandising Change Management plans and manages projects to design/implement improved merchandising business processes and to complete the business activities (process design, requirements definition, user training, change management, etc.) associated with the implementation of new merchandising information systems. Will be responsible for managing more than one project at a time. Provides management leadership and development coaching/guidance to Business Analysts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Scopes projects, including: determines project management requirements; develops project charters and risk assessments; develops high-level project plans; develops estimates of business benefits.
- Develops project management plans, including: defines project goals and objectives; identifies resource requirements; develops project schedules, develops project budgets.
- Identifies current and future business process improvement opportunities.
- Develop comprehensive change management strategies and plans tailored to the needs of each engagement, focusing on user adoption
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- Senior Manager, Merchandise Operations
- Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. Planning, monitoring and reviewing work of subordinates is required. This may include direct supervision of a shift or the coordination of multiple work groups. Makes recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development.
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:
- Experience in managing cross-functional project teams to improve business processes and implement new information systems. Experience may be gained within industry or within the management consulting field.
- Expertise in merchandising business processes (merchandise planning, assortment optimization, purchase order management, price/markdown optimization, etc.)
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with a solutions oriented mindset
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:
- 5
Preferred Years of Work Experience:
- No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience:
- None
Preferred Leadership Experience:
- None
Certifications:
- None
Competencies:
- Proven leadership skills. Willing and able to create and manage associate development plans.
- Experience and expertise using quantitative analysis methods and tools.
- Proven ability to manage in a project team environment; experience managing multiple projects, deadlines and priorities to meet commitments.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Able to communicate effectively to all levsls of associates – including Sr. Management.
Paid parental leave to bond with your new addition
401(K) savings plan with company match
Merit increases and performance bonuses
On-the-spot recognition and rewards for a job well done
Position Purpose:
The Manager, Merchandising Change Management plans and manages projects to design/implement improved merchandising business processes and to complete the business activities (process design, requirements definition, user training, change management, etc.) associated with the implementation of new merchandising information systems. Will be responsible for managing more than one project at a time. Provides management leadership and development coaching/guidance to Business Analysts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Scopes projects, including: determines project management requirements; develops project charters and risk assessments; develops high-level project plans; develops estimates of business benefits.
- Develops project management plans, including: defines project goals and objectives; identifies resource requirements; develops project schedules, develops project budgets.
- Identifies current and future business process improvement opportunities.
- Develop comprehensive change management strategies and plans tailored to the needs of each engagement, focusing on user adoption
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- Senior Manager, Merchandise Operations
- Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. Planning, monitoring and reviewing work of subordinates is required. This may include direct supervision of a shift or the coordination of multiple work groups. Makes recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development.
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:
- Experience in managing cross-functional project teams to improve business processes and implement new information systems. Experience may be gained within industry or within the management consulting field.
- Expertise in merchandising business processes (merchandise planning, assortment optimization, purchase order management, price/markdown optimization, etc.)
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with a solutions oriented mindset
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:
- 5
Preferred Years of Work Experience:
- No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience:
- None
Preferred Leadership Experience:
- None
Certifications:
- None
Competencies:
- Proven leadership skills. Willing and able to create and manage associate development plans.
- Experience and expertise using quantitative analysis methods and tools.
- Proven ability to manage in a project team environment; experience managing multiple projects, deadlines and priorities to meet commitments.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Able to communicate effectively to all levsls of associates – including Sr. Management.
Hybrid – An associate in a hybrid role blends in-office and remote/virtual working to complete their job duties. An associate may be required to work from a designated Home Depot location on some days, and may work from a virtual/remote location on others. We also refer to this as location – flex.
Learn more about our 4 different work locations. Additional information will be provided during the application process.As part of the application process for this role, there will be an on-line assessment. The assessment usually takes about 17 minutes to complete. You will be directed to the assessment link immediately after submitting your application. Once you click on the link, you will need to complete it within 72 hours after starting it. You may stop and restart the assessment as many times as you like within the 72-hour time frame.
During the assessment, we’ll ask you questions about your approach to work and various work-related situations. The questions are based on characteristics that are related to performing successfully in hourly roles at The Home Depot, including:
- Professional Experience
- Learning Potential
- Responsibility
- Customer Focus
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation related to the assessment, or you would like to obtain more information about the assessment, click here to learn more.
Store Location
9090
2455 PACES FERRY RD
Atlanta, GA
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