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
