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Merchandising Execution Manager - Missouri City, TX Job

Date: Oct 31, 2009

Location: Missouri City, TX, 77459, USA


Position Detail Merchandising Execution Manager - Missouri City, TX Missouri City, TX Date: 10/29/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Merchandising
Type: Full-time
Travel: 0-25%

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE Merchandising Execution Managers (MEMs) oversee service activities performed in store by managing dedicated Home Depot service teams and providing oversight to Factory / 3rd Party In-Store Service teams. MEMs supervise the work of a team of approximately 5-12 Merchandising Execution Associates (MEAs) within a multi-store district. These teams create an inviting shopping environment and enhance the customer experience by ensuring merchandising strategies are executed successfully, as directed by the Merchandising Execution Regional Manager (MERM) and Store Support merchandising team. MEMs are responsible for hiring, training, organizing the work flow, and conducting performance reviews of MEAs. They manage the team-s productivity and generates reports and rankings to improve team performance. MEMs manage their district?s HD Service budget, including overtime, payroll, and expenses. They also interface with Regional and District management and promote best in class activities across stores in a district.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES * Manage team by coordinating work schedules and activities. Conduct routine store walks and generate reports. Set challenging objectives and communicate expectations. Manage productivity ranking and improve team?s performance. Verify execution of team?s key deliverables, such as Merchandising Standards, product set integrity, product training, Point of Purchase signing, etc. * Select, direct, develop, and discipline team members. Coach and mentor employees and provide ongoing performance feedback. Provide guidance, set priorities, and assist direct reports with assigned tasks. Manage district budget, overtime, payroll, and team expenses. * Interface with Merchandising Execution Regional Manager, Factory Teams, 3rd Party In-Store Service Teams, and other extended teams. Attend District Manager staff meeting to promote best in class activities from other stores. * Escalate and resolve merchandising issues and balance inventories in the district by: Utilizing store systems to pull key merchandising and operational reports. Interpreting data, develop action plans, and execute; Performing regularly scheduled store service functions, when applicable; Changing on-hands and writing special orders to ensure inventory issues are resolved; Partnering with District and Store Leadership to monitor markdowns and expenses. * Develop and execute strategic plans for store seasonal layout for district. Plan and coordinate departmental Merchandising resets.

NATURE AND SCOPE * Typically reports to Merchandising Execution Regional Manager * 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.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS * Typically requires travel 5-25% of the time. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Minimum Qualifications * Must be eighteen years of age or older. * Must pass the Drug Test. * Must pass the Background Check. * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable.

EDUCATION REQUIRED 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.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 4

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Experience working in retail merchandising service industry or working directly for large scale retailer with multi-location responsibility. * Computer skills sufficient to retrieve, manipulate, analyze, and interpret data using web based programs and handheld devices. * Merchandising background * 2+ years of supervisory/management experience * Possesses a valid drivers license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES * Planning and Organizing / Problem Solving: Sets priorities, plans, and coordinates work activities. Obtains and manages resources so that work goals are accomplished on time and within budget. Analyzes information to generate solutions and make informed decisions. Reacts quickly and appropriately to problems in stores / districts. Follows-up in a timely manner to issues not immediately resolvable. * Communicates Effectively: Creates open channels of communication. Keeps others well informed. Listens carefully to input and feedback. Expresses ideas clearly and concisely. Effectively communicates at multiple levels of the organization, adapting message to fit the audience. * Promotes Teamwork: Coaches Associates to work well with one another. Creates an open environment where people speak what is on their minds. Rewards teamwork. * Gets Things Done: Creates a sense of urgency. Drives results despite large workload competing demands and fast-paced environments. Delegates appropriately. * Builds Relationships and Influence: Able to build strong relationships and effectively contribute on cross-functional teams. Possesses strong Influence skills and ability to persuade others through multiple communication methods. * Customer Driven: Provides outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers. Follows through on responsibilities to customers.


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