Manager, Micro Space Strategy & Process

The Home Depot • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Position Purpose: Support the Sr. Manager in executing micro space strategy initiatives focused on driving automation, process improvement, and advanced analytics. Act as the execution lead and primary domain partner for active development initiatives. Collaborate with space planners, data science, product teams and other cross functional partners to deliver scalable solutions and actionable insights that enhance planogram performance and operational efficiency. Drive project execution, playing a key role in enhancing efficiency and effectiveness of the micro space planning function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable, store-specific solutions that align our space strategies and Home Depot's merchandising objectives. Own the detailed business requirements definition, validation for assigned solution features, ensuring seamless integration into the business operating model.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Experience in micro space planning, process improvement, or related roles.
• Proficiency with space planning tools (JDA/Blue Yonder) and/or other related software solutions.
• Strong analytical, initiative management, and communication skills.
• Strong track record of managing scope, timelines, and cross-functional dependencies for business and technology initiatives.
• Skill in designing "To-Be" business workflows that maximize the impact of new data-driven capabilities.
• Ability to synthesize complex process findings, domain strategy & stakeholder insights into concise, actionable business requirements.
• Experience translating strategic business priorities into clear value-based inputs for technical delivery teams, ensuring a high ROI on development efforts
• Proven ability to define Detailed Business Rules, Functional Specifications, and Operational Use Cases.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead space transformation projects to design and implement new processes and capabilities that contribute to the continuous improvement of the team
• Manage project timelines to ensure Space Planning deliverables are met and provide a high quality deliverable for business customers
• Manage development of space planning analytics to produce actionable insights for merchants that drive space productivity growth
• Participate in weekly meetings with cross-functional teams to participate in business discussions and provide space planning expertise, contributing to strategic merchandising plans for the business.
• Manage associate development through training, feedback and the implementation of development plans.
• Troubleshoot issues as they arise and resolve problems that affect space planning deliverables.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager