Manager, Operations Process

With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger. Position Purpose: Development and execution of strategic plan, providing services in the following areas:

1. Business strategy formulation;
2. Policy setting;
3. Operational analysis;
4. Process improvement;
5. Facility planning;
6. Capacity planning.

Key Responsibilities

15% Implement short and long range strategies that support the objectives of the functional area. 20% Develop policies and procedures for distribution/warehouse operations Develop metric reporting for warehouse and logistics management including costing. Provide value added process improvement analysis, design and implementation.

Create documented procedures for work processes 20% Perform ROI analyses and needs assessment to make recommendation to the functional leadershper regarding selection, purchase, and installation of material handling equipment. 15% Operating/Budget planning, analysis and reconciliation Provide operating and capital budget analysis, planning and reconciliation.

15% Manages the distribution network analysis, to include supply chain modeling and design. Develop a strategy that outlines the capacity planning requirements, including facilities, equipment, and staff, to meet the current and anticipated growth goals of the company. 15% Implement strategic initiatives and tactical plans.

Tactical Operational Support to Field Operations (DC' s) Direct Manager/Direct Reports: Typically reports to Director or Sr. 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.

Travel Requirements: Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time. Physical Requirements: Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Working Conditions: Located in a comfortable indoor area.

Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with new DC setups, layouts and space optimization Strong Analytics with systems, data, processes and complex functions within a Distribution Center or logistics environment. MBA preferred; Familiarize with Six Sigma methodology 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.

Preferred Education: No additional education Minimum Years of Work Experience: 5 Preferred Years of Work Experience: No additional years of experience Minimum Leadership Experience: None Preferred Leadership Experience: None Certifications: N/A Competencies: Effectively communicates at all levels. Analytical Skills Strong time management skills Supply chain management with emphasis on distribution Systems understanding to include relational databases/extraction tools, MS Office suite (emphasis on Excel/Access) and CAD/CAM desktop software Ability to supervise, develop and motivate a team of employees toward the completion of strategic goals.