**Experienced Manager, MET Labor – Driving Efficiency and Effectiveness in Merchandising Execution**

Invest in your future with this career-defining role as a Manager, MET Labor! We offer a flexible, hybrid Remote arrangement for this position. This position requires a strong and diverse skillset in relevant areas to drive success. You can expect a salary of a competitive salary for this role, plus comprehensive benefits.

At The Home Depot, we're more than just a home improvement retailer – we're a team of passionate individuals dedicated to helping our customers achieve their dreams. With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger. Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, inclusivity, and a commitment to excellence. We're proud to offer a workplace that's diverse, dynamic, and full of opportunities for growth and development.

Position Purpose:

As a Manager, MET Labor, you'll play a critical role in driving efficiency and effectiveness across the Merchandising Execution Team (MET). Your primary responsibility will be to develop, implement, and manage performance measures to drive labor planning and reporting, as well as lead Lean Six Sigma projects to deliver productivity improvements. You'll collaborate with field teams, internal business partners, and suppliers to design change proposals that support internal cost improvements, productivity, and continuous improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement performance measures for MET service: This includes creating Realistic Expectations (REs) and engineered standards by work type and feedback tools to support labor planning and reporting. You'll analyze data, processes, and people to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive continuous process improvement and lead Lean Six Sigma projects: You'll work with MET field, internal business partners, and suppliers to deliver productivity improvements and lead Lean Six Sigma projects to drive continuous process improvement.
• Develop and manage functional responsibilities: You'll develop and manage the functional responsibilities of internal resources and 3rd party engineering service providers.
• Identify and implement best practices: You'll identify and implement best practices based on Merchandising Services industry knowledge and develop training programs to support the MET Field Team, internal business partners, and suppliers.
• Work collaboratively with field teams and suppliers: You'll work collaboratively with field teams, internal business partners, and suppliers to drive cost and/or productivity improvements and use productivity gains to justify new MET services.
• Develop, coach, and train direct reports: You'll develop, coach, and train direct reports to deliver results consistent with strategy and best in class operations support.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

As a Manager, MET Labor, you'll typically report to the Director, Labor and have 1 direct report. You'll work closely with your team to drive results and achieve our company's goals.

Travel Requirements:

You'll typically require overnight travel 20% to 50% of the time, which may involve visiting our stores, meeting with suppliers, and attending industry events.

Physical Requirements:

As a Manager, MET Labor, you'll spend frequent periods standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about. You may occasionally need to stoop or lift light objects (typically less than 8 pounds). You'll work in a comfortable indoor area with regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes, or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, operations, or economics.
• LEAN Six Sigma certification or familiarity with other process improvement methodologies.
• Experience with merchandising services organizations (MSO) and/or store operations.
• Executive presentation experience (e.g., development of presentations and delivery).
• Experience effectively managing direct reports.
• Experience working on projects involving quantitative and qualitative analysis, interpreting data, and formulating recommendations (including fundamental finance metrics to support recommendations).

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.

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

5 years of experience in a related field.

Competencies:

• Process Management for Productivity and Continuous Improvement: You'll understand how to organize people and activities, separate and combine tasks into efficient work flow, know what to measure and how to measure it, simplify complex processes, and identify opportunities for synergy and integration.
• Total Work Systems: You'll have experience in Continuous Improvement Program development and execution (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) to deliver the highest productivity to meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Solid track record of leadership and management skills: You'll have a high degree of problem-solving and decision-making ability, directing (and following up) on the work of others.
• Proven ability to manage positive business partnerships: You'll establish and maintain two-way dialog with others on work and results.
• Demonstrated ability to present complex terminology: You'll be able to present complex terminology to diverse audiences at various levels (including executive leaders).

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:

As a Manager, MET Labor, you'll have opportunities to grow your career and develop your skills. You'll work closely with our leadership team to drive results and achieve our company's goals. We offer a range of training programs and development opportunities to support your growth and success.

Work Environment and Company Culture:

As a Manager, MET Labor, you'll work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with a team of passionate and dedicated individuals. You'll be part of a company that values diversity, inclusivity, and respect. We're committed to creating a workplace that's inclusive, supportive, and empowering.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary for this role, plus comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. You'll also have access to a range of perks and benefits, including employee discounts, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

Join Our Team!

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career and make a real impact at The Home Depot. If you have the skills and passion we're looking for, please submit your application today.