The Home Depot

Manager, Learning - High-Potential and Executive Development

The Home Depot • $100K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Georgia, US
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in related field
  • 4+ years experience in leadership development
  • Experience in managing leadership programs
  • Strong project management skills
  • Ability to analyze data for program effectiveness
  • Excels in relationship-building across organizations
  • Retail industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Forecast training needs for effective schedules
  • Create scalable learning program solutions
  • Manage daily operations of learning initiatives
  • Monitor and report on program effectiveness
  • Foster relationships to achieve learning goals
  • Support executives with communication on program status
  • Design learning solutions tailored to specific needs

Benefits

  • Flexible working conditions with minimal travel
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity to influence executive development
  • Access to continuous learning and improvement
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and with leadership teams
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:
Manager, Learning - High-Potential and Executive Development supports the development of high potential and executive talent across the enterprise through leadership development programs and experiences. This role leads the design, delivery, operations, and measurement of those experiences while ensuring a seamless and impactful participant experience. The Manager, Learning partners with HR, business, and learning leaders, and regularly interfaces with executives, external providers, coaches, and faculty to bring leadership development strategies to life through strong program management, stakeholder partnership, and the continuous use of feedback and insights to improve program effectiveness.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Program and/or Solution Management (45%):
  • Forecast training demand to ensure that training schedules meet the needs of the business.
  • Create broad, scalable approaches to execute learning solutions.
  • Develop, manage, and report on project plans to support content strategy.
  • Create and deploy learning programs and reporting solutions to specific audiences within the Learning Management System.
  • Manage day-to-day operations of ongoing learning and development solutions.
  • Create and manage efficient internal processes to drive optimum program participation and execution.
  • Monitor program/process expenses and keep the budget up to date.


Program and/or Solution Effectiveness (25%)
  • Partner with the LSM to ensure learning plans are relevant and up-to-date.
  • Monitor, measure, and report on the effectiveness of learning and development solutions.
  • Partner with LSM to assess the impact of learning on business and individual performance and create action plans for continuous improvement.
  • Ensure a relevant, seamless, and impactful participant experience.


Cross-functional Coordination (20%):
  • Build collaborative, influential relationships with a variety of business, HR, and Learning partners to accomplish learning goals and drive execution.
  • Communicate program/process status to key internal stakeholders.
  • Partner with Design & Development, Technology, and/or Delivery teams to deliver the most effective learning solutions for assigned roles/content areas.
  • Serve as a point of contact and support for client groups, keeping them informed of program/process status and addressing challenges as they arise.
  • Partner with Learning Strategy and business partners to develop and execute communication and change plans for major initiatives.
  • Serve as key stakeholder partnering with the Product team to design, test, and deploy new functionality, security, and processes within the Learning Management System.


Content Area (10%):
  • Assist Director/Sr. Manager Learning Strategy in determining learner needs by role/content area.
  • Contribute to the design of learning solutions to address learner needs and increase associate competence and confidence.
  • Manage independent learning projects as needed


Key Responsibilities:
  • 10% - Content Area - Assist Director/Sr. Manager Learning Strategy in determining learner needs by role/content area. Contribute to the design of learning solutions to address learner needs and increase associate competence and confidence. Manage independent learning projects as needed.
  • 20% - Cross-functional Coordination - Build collaborative, influential relationships with a variety of business, HR, and Learning partners to accomplish learning goals and drive execution. Communicate program/process status to key internal stakeholders. Partner with Design & Development, Technology, and/or Delivery teams to deliver the most effective learning solutions for assigned roles/content areas. Serve as a point of contact and support for client groups, keeping them informed of program/process status and addressing challenges as they arise. Partner with Learning Strategy and business partners to develop and execute communication and change plans for major initiatives. Serve as key stakeholder partnering with the Product team to design, test, and deploy new functionality, security, and processes within the Learning Management System.
  • 25% - Program and/or Solution Effectiveness - Partner with the LSM to ensure learning plans are relevant and up-to-date. Monitor, measure, and report on the effectiveness of learning and development solutions. Partner with LSM to assess the impact of learning on business and individual performance and create action plans for continuous improvement. Ensure a relevant, seamless, and impactful participant experience.
  • 45% - Program and/or Solution Management - Forecast training demand to ensure that training schedules meet the needs of the business. Create broad, scalable approaches to execute learning solutions. Develop, manage, and report on project plans to support content strategy. Create and deploy learning programs and reporting solutions to specific audiences within the Learning Management System. Manage day-to-day operations of ongoing learning and development solutions. Create and manage efficient internal processes to drive optimum program participation and execution. Monitor program/process expenses and keep the budget up to date.

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


Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel less than 5% 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:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
  • Experience planning, managing, and executing leadership development programs or experiences.
  • Experience supporting high-potential, leadership, executive, or talent development initiatives.
  • Strong program and project management experience, including managing multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.
  • Experience partnering with executives, external providers, coaches, faculty, and cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale initiatives.
  • Experience using participant feedback, survey results, and data insights to evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across levels of the organization.
  • Experience coordinating leadership experiences, executive onboarding, executive coaching, or similar talent development programs.
  • Experience working with learning technologies, talent systems, or learning management systems.
  • Retail industry experience or Home Depot equivalent preferred.


Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.


Preferred 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.


Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 4

Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • 4


Competencies:
  • Collaborates
  • Manages Complexity
  • Optimizes Work Processes
  • Plans and Aligns
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Drives Results

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
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
NASDAQ
HD
* Ladders Estimates

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