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The Field Capital Project Manager (FCPM) executes the in-store research, planning and project management of all of the annual merchandising strategic initiatives. The FCPM will be involved in taking a project from a concept stage through to execution in the store. The FCPM will work with multiple cross functional partners to bring these projects through to fruition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of all Merchandising Strategic Initiatives within the assigned regions/stores working with Merchandising Operations leadership
• Lead Merchandising Strategic Initiatives from information gathering, modeling and test/pilot phase through full and complete implementation.
• Lead merchandising strategy through partnership with Store planning, Space Planning, Construction, Logistics, Merchandising, Operations.
• Collaborate with Merchants on conceptual plans for resets / remodels
• Coordinate with the store planning team on space allocation within various prototypes
• Conduct category analysis in conjunction with the assortment planning team to ensure space productivity and allocation
• Provide and present draft layouts for Merchandising SLT approval
• Coordinate product adjacencies changes on store layouts, based on department priorities.
• Work with the fixture design team to maximize space productivity through the introduction of new fixtures where required
• Ensure that layouts allow for future changes with minimal cost or disruption to the stores
• Collaborate with the Visual Merchandising team on point of purchase concepts
• Project manage each initiative from the start through to the execution stage
• Develop project charters, process and timelines for each project
• Report on risks, roadblocks and toll gate adherence throughout the project
• Obtain full partnership with field execution while maintaining direct alignment with Merchandising Strategic Initiatives.
• Must ensure timely and accurate communication to the field and cross functional team on critical issues

Competencies:

• Building Strong Relationships
• Strategic Mindset
• Executes Effectively
• Plans and Aligns
• Financial Acumen

Skills:

• Demonstrates ability to understand strategic direction and to formulate tactical plan for execution (knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies)
• Ability to build strong relationships and effectively contribute on cross-functional teams
• Able to manage multiple competing priorities, schedule demands, and complete required project work on time
• Problem Solving – uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions
• Financial Acumen – experience with retail math & accounting
• Understands the meaning and implications of key financial indicators and uses analysis to create and evaluate strategic options and action the opportunities

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• Reports to Manager, Execution
• Does not typically have direct reports

Travel Requirements:

• Local and overnight travel up to 50% of the time

Physical Requirements:

• Extended Sitting
• Repetitive Tasks
• Extended standing

Hybrid Work:

• Location Multisite – In-Office 4 days a week when not on-location in store or other Home Depot location.

Working Conditions:

• Working in an office setting: computer work, camera on virtual meetings, taking support calls.
• Working in a store /warehouse environment that can be dusty and noisy. Doors are frequently open, causing drafts and interior temperature changes.

Minimum Education:

The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree/college diploma program or equivalent program in a field of study related to the job

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 5 years of relevant work experience; experience as Merchant, Buyer, District Manager or Store Manager in a large format retailer
• Experience supporting multiple units across a wide geography, preferably in a large format retailer

Minimum Leadership Experience:

• N/A

Certifications:

• N/A

Other Requirements/Assets:

• Previous Project management or certification an asset