Description
With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger.
The Home Depot Canada is looking for a Production Manager to lead the strategy, production and delivery of the print, digital and social flyer as well as promotional signage program.
As part of a highly collaborative team, the Production Manager will be responsible for leading the strategy & end-to-end execution of their channels, including acting as the liaison between internal teams and external partners. Reporting to the Director, Customer Insights and Brand Marketing, this successful candidate is a creative, organized and results-driven individual who can easily pivot between competing priorities and always hit a deadline.
Key Responsibilities:
Channel Management
Lead channel strategies including (but not limited to) roadmaps on process and experience improvements
Work with internal partners to execute ongoing test and learn programs related to channel functionality (e.g. tools / templates) / attributes (e.g. flyer length) / strategy (e.g. distribution patterns)
Support the organization on all business initiatives; looking for efficiencies that help drive a productive team culture; and ensuring excellent internal client service
Liaise with US counterparts to ensure effective integration, knowledge sharing and use of resources
Project management
Manage production schedules for flyer and promotional signage, ensuring on-time delivery against strategic and creative direction
Lead the development process including creative, agency relationship and digital production with vendors
Collaborate with marketing and creative services to strategically plan, brief/engage agencies and approve content based on business objectives
Oversee the production process, printing & distribution for print flyer, handouts and signage
Budget Management
Manage to set production budgets while looking for optimization opportunities
Manage invoicing and POs with partners
Work with internal partners to execute ongoing test and learn programs (e.g. paid vs. organic coverage; amount of signage printed/shipped)
Team Collaboration & Leadership
Support, inspire, and motivate fellow colleagues, direct reports, and managers alike
Lead, coach and develop small direct team
Support and enable a culture of individual and team growth and development
Competencies:
Strong project management and organizational skills; works well in ambiguity
Teamwork, strong customer service and an ability to build relationships across all levels
Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines
Skills:
Experience in marketing, advertising, production, project management, content creation
Strong creative communication skills, resourceful, organized and detail oriented
Proficient in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Experience with SAP, Job Assist (or other creative proofing software), and Jira
Experience working with data asset management systems (e.g. Aprimo)
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
Reports to Director, Customer Insights and Brand Marketing
A small team reports into this role
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel (e.g. for video and photo shoots)
Physical Requirements:
Extended Sitting, Repetitive Tasks
Ability to participate in casting, wardrobe, and post-production reviews
Ability to be on-set with anticipated longer periods of standing as sometimes necessary
Hybrid Work:
Location Flex
Working Conditions:
Working in an office setting, computer work, camera on virtual meetings
Occasional on-site at commercial shoots or in-store
Must wear mandatory attire when required (ie. Steel toe boots, Apron)
Minimum Education:
Relevant degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Years of Work Experience:
5 years of relevant work experience
Minimum Leadership Experience:
3-5 years of leadership experience in marketing or a related field
Proven track record of developing and leading high-performing teams
Strong ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders
Certifications:
Valid Driver’s License and access to a car considered an asset
Other Requirements/Assets:
Bilingual in French and English is an asset
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The Home Depot Canada is looking for a Production Manager to lead the strategy, production and delivery of the print, digital and social flyer as well as promotional signage program.
As part of a highly collaborative team, the Production Manager will be responsible for leading the strategy & end-to-end execution of their channels, including acting as the liaison between internal teams and external partners. Reporting to the Director, Customer Insights and Brand Marketing, this successful candidate is a creative, organized and results-driven individual who can easily pivot between competing priorities and always hit a deadline.
Key Responsibilities:
Channel Management
Lead channel strategies including (but not limited to) roadmaps on process and experience improvements
Work with internal partners to execute ongoing test and learn programs related to channel functionality (e.g. tools / templates) / attributes (e.g. flyer length) / strategy (e.g. distribution patterns)
Support the organization on all business initiatives; looking for efficiencies that help drive a productive team culture; and ensuring excellent internal client service
Liaise with US counterparts to ensure effective integration, knowledge sharing and use of resources
Project management
Manage production schedules for flyer and promotional signage, ensuring on-time delivery against strategic and creative direction
Lead the development process including creative, agency relationship and digital production with vendors
Collaborate with marketing and creative services to strategically plan, brief/engage agencies and approve content based on business objectives
Oversee the production process, printing & distribution for print flyer, handouts and signage
Budget Management
Manage to set production budgets while looking for optimization opportunities
Manage invoicing and POs with partners
Work with internal partners to execute ongoing test and learn programs (e.g. paid vs. organic coverage; amount of signage printed/shipped)
Team Collaboration & Leadership
Support, inspire, and motivate fellow colleagues, direct reports, and managers alike
Lead, coach and develop small direct team
Support and enable a culture of individual and team growth and development
Competencies:
Strong project management and organizational skills; works well in ambiguity
Teamwork, strong customer service and an ability to build relationships across all levels
Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines
Skills:
Experience in marketing, advertising, production, project management, content creation
Strong creative communication skills, resourceful, organized and detail oriented
Proficient in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Experience with SAP, Job Assist (or other creative proofing software), and Jira
Experience working with data asset management systems (e.g. Aprimo)
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
Reports to Director, Customer Insights and Brand Marketing
A small team reports into this role
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel (e.g. for video and photo shoots)
Physical Requirements:
Extended Sitting, Repetitive Tasks
Ability to participate in casting, wardrobe, and post-production reviews
Ability to be on-set with anticipated longer periods of standing as sometimes necessary
Hybrid Work:
Location Flex
Working Conditions:
Working in an office setting, computer work, camera on virtual meetings
Occasional on-site at commercial shoots or in-store
Must wear mandatory attire when required (ie. Steel toe boots, Apron)
Minimum Education:
Relevant degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Years of Work Experience:
5 years of relevant work experience
Minimum Leadership Experience:
3-5 years of leadership experience in marketing or a related field
Proven track record of developing and leading high-performing teams
Strong ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders
Certifications:
Valid Driver’s License and access to a car considered an asset
Other Requirements/Assets:
Bilingual in French and English is an asset
