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		<title>Assistant Store Manager Job (Houston, TX, 77219, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
Assistant Store Manager
Houston, TX

Date:  06/26/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Management
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  None
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  no

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
Assistant Store Managers (ASMs) are responsible for providing Customers with a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience. They work to create an inviting shopping environment for Customers by meeting their project needs quickly and fully. They work with the Store Manager to develop strategies and objectives to drive sales and profitability. They provide leadership to Associates so that these strategies and objectives are executed successfully. Sales ASMs must analyze trends, solve problems and develop themselves and their Associates in order to maximize contribution to store success. They must also be capable of working with Associates, the Store Manager and other ASMs to accomplish goals.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>

* Ensuring Excellent Service for Special Orders and Installed Sales. Ensure customers are satisfied. Recruit and place Sales Associates with appropriate skills. Ensure appropriate staffing in specialty areas. Set and monitor department sales goals. Training associates to provide quality customer service.
* Ensuring Excellent Customer Service for Product Sales. Ensure that customers are acknowledged, customer project needs are met, and concerns are resolved quickly. Forecast scheduling needs and ensure that store is properly stocked to meet customer demand. Ensure store events are appropriately scheduled and communicated.
* Supervising Store Associates. Recruit, interview and recommend qualified candidates to Store Manager. Make recommendations to Store Manager on starting pay and pay increases over time. Motivate, coach, train, and develop associates. Communicate Home Depot and store and store objectives to associates.
* Manage Areas of Responsibility. Maintain department profitability through analysis, trend identification and responding to identified problems. Coordinate merchandising maintenance for multiple departments. Follow procedures for opening and closing sales areas.
* Planning. Develop and communicate store standards to associates. Develop strategy and objectives with Store Manager and ensure that they are met. Work with Operations manager to plan merchandise and signing placement and display
* Other Duties: Ensure safety. Verify deposits. Follow standard operating procedures for openings and closings. Sign for petty cash, markdowns, time slips, refunds, price change take-in reports, etc.
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>

* Reports to Store 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.
<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>

* Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* 18 years or older
<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b> - 3

<br><br><b>PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
Most all of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
<br><b>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</b>

* Ability to work a flexible, 55 hours per week schedule
<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>

* Acts with Integrity: Role model for ethical behavior; consistent and fair in dealings with others.
* Product Knowledge: Knows and effectively promotes all areas, products, services, and procedures. Drives sales and trains associates in overcoming customer objections.
* Excels in Customer Service: Creates customer-focused environment; provides excellent service; sees business through eyes of our customers.
* Inspires Achievement: Initiates actions to develop Associates; provides performance feedback; recognizes accomplishments.
* Safety Orientation: Enforces safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model.
* Delivers Results: Creates a sense of urgency; delegates appropriately; motivates self and team to accomplish objectives.]]></description>
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		<title>Assistant Store Manager Job (Baytown, TX, 77522, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
Assistant Store Manager
Baytown, TX

Date:  07/28/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Management
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  None
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  yes

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
Assistant Store Managers (ASMs) are responsible for providing Customers with a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience. They work to create an inviting shopping environment for Customers by meeting their project needs quickly and fully. They work with the Store Manager to develop strategies and objectives to drive sales and profitability. They provide leadership to Associates so that these strategies and objectives are executed successfully. Sales ASMs must analyze trends, solve problems and develop themselves and their Associates in order to maximize contribution to store success. They must also be capable of working with Associates, the Store Manager and other ASMs to accomplish goals.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>

* Ensuring Excellent Service for Special Orders and Installed Sales. Ensure customers are satisfied. Recruit and place Sales Associates with appropriate skills. Ensure appropriate staffing in specialty areas. Set and monitor department sales goals. Training associates to provide quality customer service.
* Ensuring Excellent Customer Service for Product Sales. Ensure that customers are acknowledged, customer project needs are met, and concerns are resolved quickly. Forecast scheduling needs and ensure that store is properly stocked to meet customer demand. Ensure store events are appropriately scheduled and communicated.
* Supervising Store Associates. Recruit, interview and recommend qualified candidates to Store Manager. Make recommendations to Store Manager on starting pay and pay increases over time. Motivate, coach, train, and develop associates. Communicate Home Depot and store and store objectives to associates.
* Manage Areas of Responsibility. Maintain department profitability through analysis, trend identification and responding to identified problems. Coordinate merchandising maintenance for multiple departments. Follow procedures for opening and closing sales areas.
* Planning. Develop and communicate store standards to associates. Develop strategy and objectives with Store Manager and ensure that they are met. Work with Operations manager to plan merchandise and signing placement and display
* Other Duties: Ensure safety. Verify deposits. Follow standard operating procedures for openings and closings. Sign for petty cash, markdowns, time slips, refunds, price change take-in reports, etc.
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>

* Reports to Store 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.
<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>

* Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* 18 years or older
<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b> - 3

<br><br><b>PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
Most all of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
<br><b>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</b>

* Ability to work a flexible, 55 hours per week schedule
<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>

* Acts with Integrity: Role model for ethical behavior; consistent and fair in dealings with others.
* Product Knowledge: Knows and effectively promotes all areas, products, services, and procedures. Drives sales and trains associates in overcoming customer objections.
* Excels in Customer Service: Creates customer-focused environment; provides excellent service; sees business through eyes of our customers.
* Inspires Achievement: Initiates actions to develop Associates; provides performance feedback; recognizes accomplishments.
* Safety Orientation: Enforces safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model.
* Delivers Results: Creates a sense of urgency; delegates appropriately; motivates self and team to accomplish objectives.]]></description>
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		<title>Store Manager Job (Houston, TX, 77219, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
Store Manager
Houston, TX

Date:  10/23/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Retail/Merchandising
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  0-25%
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  no

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
Store Managers are responsible for the complete day-to-day operation of Home Depot stores. They are responsible for maximizing store sales and profitability while working ethically and modeling Home Depot's core values. They accomplish this goal by developing strategies and objectives and leading a team of Associates in executing these strategies and objectives. They must ensure that the store is optimally stocked and merchandised and that all Customers are provided with excellent customer service. A Store Manager must have a comprehensive knowledge of Home Depot business, be able to use this knowledge to formulate goals and objectives and be capable of motivating his/her self and others to work as a team and accomplish these goals and objectives. They must also be capable of working with Associates, Department Supervisors and the Assistant Store Managers (ASMs) to accomplish goals.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>

* Managing the Business: Manage all aspects of store operation and profitability.
* Excels in Customer Service: Ensure that customers are acknowledged, customer project needs are met, and concerns are resolved quickly. Forecast scheduling needs to meet customer demand.
* Supervising Store Associates: Recruit and hire qualified candidates. Determine starting pay and pay increases over time. Observe, evaluate, coach, train, and develop associates. Communicate Home Depot and store objectives to associates.
* Merchandising: Ensure all products and displays are merchandised effectively. Walk the store with District Managers, Merchants and others to stay proactive on merchandising issues.
* Planning: Develop and communicate store standards to associates. Develop store mission, strategy and objectives and ensure that they are met. Forecast staffing needs. Study competition. Identify trends.
* Other Duties: Ensure safety. Verify deposits. Follow standard operating procedures for openings and closings. Sign for petty cash, markdowns, time slips, refunds, price change take-in reports, etc.
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>

* Reports to District Manager
* Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. In addition to personnel issues -- including selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development of subordinates.
<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>

* Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* Must be eighteen years of age
* Must pass the Drug Test
* Must pass the Background Check
* Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b> - 5

<br><br><b>PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
Most all of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
<br><b>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</b>

* Ability to work a flexible, 55 hours per week schedule
<br><br><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b>

<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>

* Acts with Integrity: Demonstrates responsible, ethical and honest behavior.

* Communicates Effectively: Keeps others informed through clear and concise communication. Listens carefully and adapts messages to fit audience.

* Excels in Customer Service: Creates customer-focused environment; provides excellent service; sees business through eyes of our customers.

* Inspires Achievement: Initiates actions to develop Associates; provides performance feedback; recognizes accomplishments.

* Safety Orientation: Enforces safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model.

* Delivers Results: Creates a sense of urgency; delegates appropriately; motivates self and team to accomplish objectives.]]></description>
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		<title>Assistant Store Manager Job (Silverlake, TX, 77588, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
Assistant Store Manager
Silverlake, TX

Date:  07/17/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Management
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  None
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  yes

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
Assistant Store Managers (ASMs) are responsible for providing Customers with a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience. They work to create an inviting shopping environment for Customers by meeting their project needs quickly and fully. They work with the Store Manager to develop strategies and objectives to drive sales and profitability. They provide leadership to Associates so that these strategies and objectives are executed successfully. Sales ASMs must analyze trends, solve problems and develop themselves and their Associates in order to maximize contribution to store success. They must also be capable of working with Associates, the Store Manager and other ASMs to accomplish goals.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>

* Ensuring Excellent Service for Special Orders and Installed Sales. Ensure customers are satisfied. Recruit and place Sales Associates with appropriate skills. Ensure appropriate staffing in specialty areas. Set and monitor department sales goals. Training associates to provide quality customer service.
* Ensuring Excellent Customer Service for Product Sales. Ensure that customers are acknowledged, customer project needs are met, and concerns are resolved quickly. Forecast scheduling needs and ensure that store is properly stocked to meet customer demand. Ensure store events are appropriately scheduled and communicated.
* Supervising Store Associates. Recruit, interview and recommend qualified candidates to Store Manager. Make recommendations to Store Manager on starting pay and pay increases over time. Motivate, coach, train, and develop associates. Communicate Home Depot and store and store objectives to associates.
* Manage Areas of Responsibility. Maintain department profitability through analysis, trend identification and responding to identified problems. Coordinate merchandising maintenance for multiple departments. Follow procedures for opening and closing sales areas.
* Planning. Develop and communicate store standards to associates. Develop strategy and objectives with Store Manager and ensure that they are met. Work with Operations manager to plan merchandise and signing placement and display
* Other Duties: Ensure safety. Verify deposits. Follow standard operating procedures for openings and closings. Sign for petty cash, markdowns, time slips, refunds, price change take-in reports, etc.
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>

* Reports to Store 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.
<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>

* Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* 18 years or older
<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b> - 3

<br><br><b>PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
Most all of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
<br><b>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</b>

* Ability to work a flexible, 55 hours per week schedule
<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>

* Acts with Integrity: Role model for ethical behavior; consistent and fair in dealings with others.
* Product Knowledge: Knows and effectively promotes all areas, products, services, and procedures. Drives sales and trains associates in overcoming customer objections.
* Excels in Customer Service: Creates customer-focused environment; provides excellent service; sees business through eyes of our customers.
* Inspires Achievement: Initiates actions to develop Associates; provides performance feedback; recognizes accomplishments.
* Safety Orientation: Enforces safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model.
* Delivers Results: Creates a sense of urgency; delegates appropriately; motivates self and team to accomplish objectives.]]></description>
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		<title>Loss Prevention Manager-Houston, TX Job (Houston, TX, 77219, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
Loss Prevention Manager-Houston, TX
Houston, TX

Date:  10/09/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Loss Prevention
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  0-25%
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  no

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
The Asset Protection Manager is responsible for teaching, coaching, and training associates to ensure the effective execution of the core Asset Protection, Operations and U.S. Retail Store Playbook initiatives. They are responsible for executing core programs and strategies relating to theft and fraud mitigation, operational excellence, safety and environmental compliance in The Home Depot stores (within assigned district) without adding complexity to the store-s operation. They must be able to multi-task across stores within a designated district and gain the partnership of the store Operations Assistant Manager and other store associates and leaders to achieve goals. The APM must remain focused on district specific business objectives as outlined by the District Ops Manager supporting key AP and Operational initiatives.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>

* Shrink - Review and analyze store shrink performance; identify associate behaviors and/or operational issues through exception-based reporting and CCTV that may cause shrink; identify trends; make recommendations for improvement; teach, train, and coach associates to effectively handle opportunities; monitor corrective action. Complete internal & ORC investigations throughout the district. Conduct internal theft investigations and interviews in partnership with Human Resources. Prepare detailed and accurate reports in a timely manner. Monitor criminal cases, appear in court and testify.
* Operational Excellence ? Teach, train and coach associates with operational process improvements across district. Support stores to help simply their tasks and remove non-value added tasks. Evaluate operational processes for areas of opportunity. Perform regular follow-up walks of identified deficient areas; execute game plans, communicate with Store Management on progress, partner with Store Managers to improve leadership and performance in partnership with Human Resources.
* Safe Work Environment - Follow-up, support and resolve safety, environmental, and regulatory issues as assigned by the District AP and Ops Manager. Assist in supporting safety awareness and compliance in stores, including assistance with Worker?s Compensation claim process. Use data to identify trends that may lead to accidents and make recommendations for process changes or improvements.
* Team and Associate Development - Assist with the development and retention of hourly AP and Ops associates, in addition to all store associates.
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>
LI>Position reports to District Ops Manager.
* Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. In addition to personnel issues -- including selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development of subordinates.

<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>

* Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
* Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* Must be eighteen years of age
* The knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or G.E.D.
* Must pass the Drug Test
* Must pass the Background Check and MVR
* Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable
* Be able to work a flexible schedule
<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
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.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b> - 3

<br><br><b>PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>

* Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about; occasionally there may be a need to stoop or lift light objects (typically less than 8 pounds).
<br><br><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b>

* 4+ years in retail industry or Home Depot equivalent. Relevant work experience in any of the following
fields: Store Operations, Asset Protection, Safety, Environmental, Law Enforcement and Military
* Multi site experience (6-12 locations) with 1,000+ associates
* Analytical, with knowledge and experience in operational, sales and management.
<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>

* Knowledge of retail Asset Protection, Operations, and Safety processes, programs and procedures.
* Ability to work cross functionally to identify solutions to mitigate shrink, theft, and fraud and create safe work environments
* Highly developed communication skills, both written and oral.
* Highly developed interpersonal skills for dealing with sensitive and controversial issues
* Strong analytical and financial analysis skills.
* Ability to teach, coach, and train associates to drive change and execute process improvements across region.
* Technology competence (Basic P.C. skills) Desktop Office Suite must be proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
* Presentation skills
* Change Management and Project Management]]></description>
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		<title>Assistant Store Manager Job (W. Houston, TX, 77219, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
Assistant Store Manager
W. Houston, TX

Date:  09/01/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Management
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  None
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  yes

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
Assistant Store Managers (ASMs) are responsible for providing Customers with a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience. They work to create an inviting shopping environment for Customers by meeting their project needs quickly and fully. They work with the Store Manager to develop strategies and objectives to drive sales and profitability. They provide leadership to Associates so that these strategies and objectives are executed successfully. Sales ASMs must analyze trends, solve problems and develop themselves and their Associates in order to maximize contribution to store success. They must also be capable of working with Associates, the Store Manager and other ASMs to accomplish goals.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>

* Ensuring Excellent Service for Special Orders and Installed Sales. Ensure customers are satisfied. Recruit and place Sales Associates with appropriate skills. Ensure appropriate staffing in specialty areas. Set and monitor department sales goals. Training associates to provide quality customer service.
* Ensuring Excellent Customer Service for Product Sales. Ensure that customers are acknowledged, customer project needs are met, and concerns are resolved quickly. Forecast scheduling needs and ensure that store is properly stocked to meet customer demand. Ensure store events are appropriately scheduled and communicated.
* Supervising Store Associates. Recruit, interview and recommend qualified candidates to Store Manager. Make recommendations to Store Manager on starting pay and pay increases over time. Motivate, coach, train, and develop associates. Communicate Home Depot and store and store objectives to associates.
* Manage Areas of Responsibility. Maintain department profitability through analysis, trend identification and responding to identified problems. Coordinate merchandising maintenance for multiple departments. Follow procedures for opening and closing sales areas.
* Planning. Develop and communicate store standards to associates. Develop strategy and objectives with Store Manager and ensure that they are met. Work with Operations manager to plan merchandise and signing placement and display
* Other Duties: Ensure safety. Verify deposits. Follow standard operating procedures for openings and closings. Sign for petty cash, markdowns, time slips, refunds, price change take-in reports, etc.
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>

* Reports to Store 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.
<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>

* Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* 18 years or older
<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b> - 3

<br><br><b>PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
Most all of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
<br><b>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</b>

* Ability to work a flexible, 55 hours per week schedule
<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>

* Acts with Integrity: Role model for ethical behavior; consistent and fair in dealings with others.
* Product Knowledge: Knows and effectively promotes all areas, products, services, and procedures. Drives sales and trains associates in overcoming customer objections.
* Excels in Customer Service: Creates customer-focused environment; provides excellent service; sees business through eyes of our customers.
* Inspires Achievement: Initiates actions to develop Associates; provides performance feedback; recognizes accomplishments.
* Safety Orientation: Enforces safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model.
* Delivers Results: Creates a sense of urgency; delegates appropriately; motivates self and team to accomplish objectives.]]></description>
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		<title>Merchandising Execution Manager - Missouri City, TX Job (Missouri City, TX, 77459, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
Merchandising Execution Manager - Missouri City, TX
Missouri City, TX

Date:  10/29/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Merchandising
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  0-25%
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  no

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
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.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>

* 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.
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>

* 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.
<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>

* 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.

<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
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.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b> - 4

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

* 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
<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>

* 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.]]></description>
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		<title>DC Area Supervisor - Houston, TX Job (Houston, TX, 77219, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
DC Area Supervisor - Houston, TX
Houston, TX

Date:  10/30/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Distribution/Transportation Facilities
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  None
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  no

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
The DC Area Supervisor will lead an hourly team and influence the entire distribution team to do the fast-paced work required to run the distribution center as efficiently, safely and productively as possible. This role will handle management responsibilities for the team members under his/her supervision. This role is responsible for ensuring prompt, efficient and accurate handling of merchandise as well as developing and implementing team goals. This role is responsible for hiring, evaluation, development, discipline, and termination of hourly associates. This role has management responsibilities for 20-30 hourly associates.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>
* 45% Managing Process: Ensures all operations procedures are followed effectively, and identifies and recommends needed changes to Operations Manager and/or Assistant General Manager on the standardized processes for the functional area. Evaluates and analyzes current work methods and recommends ways to eliminate inefficiencies.
* 25% Coaching and Developing Associates: Guides associates in daily operations, and monitors to ensure a high degree of productivity, safety, service and quality. Responsible for the training, coaching and feedback of hourly associates, and performs regular evaluations of associates through factual data and subjective observations. Uses discretion to provide coaching and counseling to associates regarding job performance, methods of performing job tasks. Resolves associate relations issues that arise in assigned functional area. Responsible for hiring, compensation, discipline and terminations of hourly associates in assigned department. Investigates operational errors to determine the cause and recommends corrective action where needed.
* 15% Drives Results: Maintains inventory accuracy and control; reviews reports identifies area of improvement for key metrics including productivity, accuracy, quality, and expenses.
* 15% Business Planning: Coordinates and monitors operations with the functional area to ensure performance production rates are consistent with business plan and pattern, reducing irregularities and damages. Reviews reports and business metrics to analyze and plan staffing needs for optimum department operations.
* Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned by Operations Manager, Assistant General Manager or General Manager
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>
* Typically reports to the Operations 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.
<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications
* Must be eighteen years of age
* Must pass the Drug Test
* Must pass the Background Check
* Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable
<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b>-2
<br><b>CERTIFICATES/LICENSES</b>
<br><br><b>PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
<br><b>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</b>
* Flexibility to work various shifts
* Ability to relocate
<br><br><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b>
* Bachelor's Degree
* Computer skills in software including Microsoft Office
* Experience with Warehouse Management Systems
* 3 + years supervisory experience in a related field
<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>
* People Management: Assesses skills and manages the work and productivity of others while coaching and developing talent.
* Financial Acumen: Utilizes fundamental concepts of finance to assist with managing budgets, forecast labor, and provide information to account for the financial impact of decision-making.
* Creative Thinking: Demonstrates originality and imagination in thinking while developing a solution to a problem.
* Business Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents clearly and succinctly across a variety of communication settings and adjusts communication style to the audience.
* Conflict Management: Views conflict as an opportunity to find common ground and gain cooperation from all parties. Reads situations quickly, actively listens, and settles disagreements and disputes equitably.
* Operations Systems: Understands and uses systems and tools used for day-to-day operation of a facility. Navigates the various DC operations systems in order to retrieve data accurately and effectively.]]></description>
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		<title>DC Area Supervisor Job (Houston, TX, 77219, USA)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[<br><b>Position Detail</b>
DC Area Supervisor
Houston, TX

Date:  10/27/2009
<br><b>Company:</b>  The Home Depot
<br><b>Category:</b>  Distribution/Transportation Facilities
<br><b>Type:</b>  Full-time
<br><b>Travel:</b>  None
<br><br><b>Relocation</b>  no

<br><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
<br><br><b>POSITION PURPOSE</b>
The DC Area Supervisor will lead an hourly team and influence the entire distribution team to do the fast-paced work required to run the distribution center as efficiently, safely and productively as possible. This role will handle management responsibilities for the team members under his/her supervision. This role is responsible for ensuring prompt, efficient and accurate handling of merchandise as well as developing and implementing team goals. This role is responsible for hiring, evaluation, development, discipline, and termination of hourly associates. This role has management responsibilities for 20-30 hourly associates.
<br><br><b>MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</b>
* 45% Managing Process: Ensures all operations procedures are followed effectively, and identifies and recommends needed changes to Operations Manager and/or Assistant General Manager on the standardized processes for the functional area. Evaluates and analyzes current work methods and recommends ways to eliminate inefficiencies.
* 25% Coaching and Developing Associates: Guides associates in daily operations, and monitors to ensure a high degree of productivity, safety, service and quality. Responsible for the training, coaching and feedback of hourly associates, and performs regular evaluations of associates through factual data and subjective observations. Uses discretion to provide coaching and counseling to associates regarding job performance, methods of performing job tasks. Resolves associate relations issues that arise in assigned functional area. Responsible for hiring, compensation, discipline and terminations of hourly associates in assigned department. Investigates operational errors to determine the cause and recommends corrective action where needed.
* 15% Drives Results: Maintains inventory accuracy and control; reviews reports identifies area of improvement for key metrics including productivity, accuracy, quality, and expenses.
* 15% Business Planning: Coordinates and monitors operations with the functional area to ensure performance production rates are consistent with business plan and pattern, reducing irregularities and damages. Reviews reports and business metrics to analyze and plan staffing needs for optimum department operations.
* Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned by Operations Manager, Assistant General Manager or General Manager
<br><br><b>NATURE AND SCOPE</b>
* Typically reports to the Operations 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.
<br><br><b>ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications
* Must be eighteen years of age
* Must pass the Drug Test
* Must pass the Background Check
* Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable
<br><br><b>EDUCATION REQUIRED</b>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.
<br><br><b>YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE</b>-2
<br><b>CERTIFICATES/LICENSES</b>
<br><br><b>PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS</b>
Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
<br><b>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</b>
* Flexibility to work various shifts
* Ability to relocate
<br><br><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b>
* Bachelor's Degree
* Computer skills in software including Microsoft Office
* Experience with Warehouse Management Systems
* 3 + years supervisory experience in a related field
<br><br><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES</b>
* People Management: Assesses skills and manages the work and productivity of others while coaching and developing talent.
* Financial Acumen: Utilizes fundamental concepts of finance to assist with managing budgets, forecast labor, and provide information to account for the financial impact of decision-making.
* Creative Thinking: Demonstrates originality and imagination in thinking while developing a solution to a problem.
* Business Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents clearly and succinctly across a variety of communication settings and adjusts communication style to the audience.
* Conflict Management: Views conflict as an opportunity to find common ground and gain cooperation from all parties. Reads situations quickly, actively listens, and settles disagreements and disputes equitably.
* Operations Systems: Understands and uses systems and tools used for day-to-day operation of a facility. Navigates the various DC operations systems in order to retrieve data accurately and effectively.]]></description>
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