The Home Depot

Manager, Organizational Development

The Home Depot$90K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's preferred
  • 5+ years in organizational design or related experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and presentation software
  • Strong project management experience
  • Exceptional communication and facilitation skills
  • Background in change management and internal consulting

Responsibilities

  • Conduct change impact assessments and create communication plans
  • Lead workshops to support the adoption of new organizational structures
  • Drive large-scale and mid-side organizational design initiatives
  • Partner with senior management to optimize organizational performance
  • Analyze data to align business strategies with organizational structure

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Engagement in impactful organizational change initiatives
  • Minimal overnight travel required
  • Supportive organizational culture promoting growth
Full Job Description

Position Purpose:

Partnering with business leaders and HR teams, the Manager, Organizational Development (OD) supports the design and implementation of OD solutions aligned to business strategy. Acting as an internal consultant, this role gathers and analyzes data to address gaps between current and desired organizational states, supports organization design initiatives, and helps manage change impacts and adoption efforts. On large scale initiatives, the manager works closely with OD Senior Manager(s), leading workstreams and bodies of work. The Manager independently leads small to mid-scale OD projects and facilitate post-implementation reviews and benchmarking to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 20% - Change Management & Communications - Conducts change impact assessments and create communication plans and materials to support leadership and associate transitions. Coordinates with partner teams (e.g., learning, communications, compensation, talent acquisition) to ensure smooth implementation.
  • 20% - Implementation & Adoption Support - Creates draft materials to support adoption of new structures and ways of working, via change integration support, leading workshops, and coordinating learning. Follows up on project success metrics post-implementation to ensure optimal adoption and partners with the business and HR Business Partners to make adjustments and plans as appropriate.
  • 30% - Organization Design & Planning - Supports both large scale organizational design initiatives, leading workstreams, as well as leading small to mid-size initiatives. Scope of work includes team alignment, discovery (qualitative and quantitative analysis of structure, work, processes, etc.), stakeholder feedback, and design of future-state organizations. Supports benchmarking efforts by comparing organizational health to industry standards as well as a best-fit approach and recommending improvements.  Drafts supporting materials, including organizational structures/charts, operating/governance models, and process maps.
  • 30% - Organizational Analysis & Stakeholder Partnership - Partners with OD Senior Manager(s) to build strong relationships with business leaders and HR Business Partners. Serves internal stakeholders by developing a best fit approach to align evolving business strategies with our organizational structure, leadership, and culture to optimize organizational performance/effectiveness. Conducts analysis to understand the desired future state and success metrics and identifies best-fit OD solutions across structure, process, systems, and people. Designs and sometimes facilitates key events (e.g., workshops) to support leaders in achieving intentional alignment and planning.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

  • This Position typically reports tothe Senior Manager, Organizational Development
  • 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 18 years of age or older
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Working knowledge of presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint)
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated project management skills
  • Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • 3 years9 experience in organizational design strongly preferred
  • Prior experience in internal consulting or HR strategy roles
  • Proven experience in change initiatives in complex, matrixed environments
  • Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and change management skills (e.g., PROSCI or similar)
  • Experience gathering and synthesizing data to support informed decision-making
  • Master9s degree in Organizational Development, I/O Psychology, HR, Business, or related field

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:

  • 5

Preferred Years of Work Experience:

  • 3

Minimum Leadership Experience:

  • None

Preferred Leadership Experience:

  • None

Certifications:

  • None

Competencies:

  • Action Oriented
  • Situational Adaptability
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Organizational Savvy
  • Resourcefulness
  • Strong business acumen
  • Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and the ability to quickly reprioritize in response to shifting business needs
  • Ability to review qualitative and quantitative data to identify key themes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to tell a story through PowerPoint
  • Ability to interact effectively with and influence executive leaders
  • Strong project management skills; must have ability to initiate project plans with minimum guidance
  • Discretion when handling confidential information
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills

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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