The Home Depot

Sr. Manager, Pro Strategy & Program Management

The Home Depot$100K — $130K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years' leadership experience in program management, strategy, or operations.
  • Experience in consulting, retail, or transformation programs.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Tableau is a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills with advanced mathematical/statistical capabilities.
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead PMO workstreams and initiatives focused on Pro Experience.
  • Develop detailed project plans and governance structures.
  • Align cross-functional teams including Product, Operations, and Sales.
  • Establish program dashboards and communicate progress.
  • Identify risks and manage mitigation strategies proactively.
  • Analyze customer insights to inform program decisions.
  • Facilitate stakeholder meetings and leadership updates.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead cross-functional programs and initiatives.
  • Engagement in enterprise-wide transformation efforts.
  • Access to professional development and mentorship opportunities.
  • Work in a collaborative, supportive team environment.
Full Job Description

Position Purpose:

The Sr. Manager, Pro Experience (PMO Focus) serves as a strategic leader within the Home Depot Pro organization, driving the successful delivery of cross-functional programs that support Pro customer growth, operational excellence, and enterprise-wide transformation. This role acts as a Program Management Office (PMO) leader, providing structure, governance, and cross-team alignment for complex initiatives that span multiple business units.

This leader owns one or more workstreams within large-scale programs and is accountable for end-to-end program management—including planning, scoping, road mapping, risk mitigation, stakeholder communication, and execution oversight. The Sr. Manager ensures initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to strategic business objectives.

The role also synthesizes customer, operational, and financial insights to inform program decisions and drive measurable outcomes. As a champion for best-in-class Pro customer experience, this leader strengthens cross-functional partnerships and ensures that all programs reinforce an exceptional experience across channels, platforms, and touchpoints.

Strong leadership, communication, and analytical abilities are critical, as the role regularly presents recommendations, status updates, and business cases to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead PMO workstreams or entire programs supporting strategic Pro Experience and enterprise-level initiatives.

  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, dependency maps, and governance structures.

  • Drive alignment across cross-functional partnersincluding Product, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Technology.

  • Establish and maintain program dashboards, KPI tracking, reporting cadences, and communication plans.

  • Identify risks, issues, and roadblocks, and proactively manage mitigation strategies.

  • Conduct strategic analysis of customer and business insights, ensuring program decisions are data-informed.

  • Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, program readouts, and leadership updates.

  • Ensure seamless execution of program milestones and transition plans.

  • Champion Pro customer experience enhancements in all program activities.

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, operational rigor, and high accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 20% Business Acumen / Data Analysis - Responsible for ownership of individual or team work through Identifying, researching and measuring ongoing effectiveness of programs against metric targets; Develop and execute ongoing enhancement/optimization strategy based on measured performance and customer feedback; Trouble shoot and problem solve for ongoing operational needs as they arise

  • 20% Develop Recommendations - Prioritizes team issues and brainstorm/develop solutions and recommendations by leading or working within a diverse cross-functional team (store leaders and associates, merchants, internal and external teams, vendors, etc.)

  • 40% Leadership - Responsible for the assessment and selection of talent, builds effective teams, develops others through coaching feedback and guidance, aligns goals, and creates a positive culture through driving engagement

  • 20% Project Management - Responsible for leading teams to drive the creation and implementation of new initiatives using diverse problem-solving methodologies; May work on medium to large initiative-specific projects within workstreams; Effectively communicates projects and recommendations through accurate documents and presentations; Has the ability to present and deliver to a wide variety of stakeholder including executive leaders and sponsors


Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

  • This position typically reports to Director or Sr. Director

  • This position has 1- 8 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 eighteen years of age or older.

  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of leadership experience, preferably in a program management, strategy, or operations environment

  • Consulting, retail, or transformation program experience

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

  • Working knowledge of Tableau and dashboard reporting tools

  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across highly matrixed organizations

  • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to apply advanced mathematical or statistical techniques

  • Ability to interpret financial documentation and draw accurate conclusions

  • Demonstrated program or project management expertise, ideally within a PMO framework

  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable communication for diverse audiences

  • Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills


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:

  • 6


Preferred Years of Work Experience:

  • No additional years of experience


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

  • Develops Talent

  • Drives Results

  • Manages Conflict

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
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