The Home Depot

Manager, Interconnected Strategy

The Home Depot$90K — $130K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in retail, e-commerce, corporate strategy or professional services
  • Expertise in quantitative and qualitative analysis
  • Strong strategic problem-solving abilities
  • Proficient in retail and financial concepts
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration experience
  • Ability to navigate ambiguous business environments

Responsibilities

  • Conduct competitive and market intelligence to identify opportunities and threats
  • Structure business problems and prioritize analyses
  • Present findings and work materials to stakeholders
  • Drive interconnected strategy and operational workstreams
  • Develop insights from market dynamics and competitive landscape

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
  • Employee discounts on merchandise
  • Access to professional development programs
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a large organization
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:

Are you ready to shape the future of retail at a massive scale? As the world's #1 home improvement retailer, The Home Depot generates ~$150B in annual sales. While our e-commerce business stands alone as one of the largest in retail at ~$25B in online sales, its true impact is much larger as we combine our digital capabilities with the trusted value of our ~2,300+ stores and 500,000+ associates to provide a frictionless interconnected experience for the 6 billion online + in-store customer visits we welcome each year.

Home Depot's interconnected experience is a key enabler of our ability to grow and gain market share in any macroeconomic environment. Delivering a best-in-world interconnected retail experience for Pros and Consumers is one of Home Depot's top strategic priorities, requiring the establishment of clear strategic direction to support cross-functional alignment and organizational investment.

The Interconnected Strategy team is responsible for the development and execution of Home Depot's overall interconnected & customer experience strategy. This includes identifying top opportunities based on market dynamics, developing efforts to address those opportunities, and ensuring adequate internal resourcing while building external relationships to support those efforts.

By developing expertise across every element of modern digital retail - from market dynamics and competitive landscape to technology trends, merchandising, and fulfillment operations - the [Sr. Analyst / Manager] of Interconnected Strategy has a unique opportunity to influence meaningful change from within one of the world's leading retailers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 10% - Competitive and Market Intelligence - Stay abreast of external developments (including innovations and strategies of notable competitive and non-competitive retailers) to identify opportunities and threats. Leverage internal/external research to develop insights/solutions, create compelling documents to communicate to executive audiences
  • 20% - Planning Process - Address business problems by structuring issues and prioritizing analyses. Present readouts and work materials to team and key stakeholders
  • 70% - Strategic Projects - Drive one or more interconnected strategy and operational execution workstreams

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This Position typically reports to the Sr. Manager or Director
  • This Position has 0 Direct Reports


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 at least 18 years old
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:
    • Previous work experience in top-tier retail/ecommerce, corporate strategy, or professional services (e.g., strategy consulting, investment banking, private equity) supporting retail/ecommerce or consumer-facing business units

    • 3+ years of relevant work experience

    • MBA a plus

    • Strong skills in quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, and strategic problem solving

    • Solid understanding of retail and financial acumen

    • Strong communication & presentation skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders and leadership

    • Proven ability to collaborate effectively in highly cross-functional environments

    • Comfort framing and navigating ambiguous business challenges

    • High degree of personal drive, initiative, and ownership

    • Strong interpersonal skills with high degree of professionalism and confidentiality

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:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a master's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 4

Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • 4

Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • None

Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • None

Certifications:
  • None

Competencies:
  • Decision Quality
  • Collaborates
  • Drives Engagement
  • Ensures Accountability
  • Plans and Aligns
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
NASDAQ

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