LEAD SPACE PLANNING - 12 Months Contract at The Home Depot in Bolton, ONL7E 4G8
At The Home Depot Canada, we want you to feel valued and supported. The pay range you see represents base salary only. In addition, your total rewards may include: semi-annual bonuses tied to business performance; Deferred Profit-Sharing Program to assist with retirement savings; comprehensive paid benefits; a 15% discount on Home Depot stock purchases; and merit-based salary increases. We are committed to recognizing your efforts and supporting your growth with us.

Are you someone who thrives on helping others succeed, enjoys making an impact, and takes pride in guiding customers to the right solutions for their projects? If you’re also naturally curious and eager to keep learning, consider starting or growing your career with us at The Home Depot.
Position Overview:
The Lead, Space Planning, will lead a team of space planners, providing subject matter expertise, project management, space planning and analytical support for strategy, vision and assortment decisions made by the Merchandising organization. This role involves leading a category, training new associates, updating & maintaining a training platform and tools, and implementing team process improvements alongside Space Planning Managers and the Sr Manager of Space Planning.

Key Responsibilities:
Training and Development

Update and maintain space planning training best practices for MET, Capital Initiatives, Interconnected Reviews, and project management.

Solution new quality assurance checks along side the Sr. Business Analyst

Onboard and train recent planners through each project milestone, providing guidance on the who, what, why, and how.

Coach space planners on designing planograms that provide analytics and that positively influences category strategy.

Team Leadership

Accountable for managing the team on all personnel issues, including coaching, development, and performance appraisals.

Ensure the team's accuracy, timeliness, advocacy of best practices, and viability of recommendations.

Assist in leading special projects and ad-hoc assignments as required.

Process Improvement & Collaboration

Provide thought leadership and recommendations for identifying and implementing process improvements.

Work closely with the SPA Managers and Sr Manager to further develop training guidelines and team process improvements.

Manage and further develop the assortment update process with the Seasonal Space Planning & Merchandising team

Competencies

Strong leadership, coaching skills, accountability & follow Up

Ability to influence cross-functional teams

Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities

Skills

Experience in space planning and JDA software

Financial analysis proficiency





Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments

Comfortable presenting to both small and large audiences

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an office environment

Hybrid Work

Job Categorization: Hybrid (Office/Remote as required)

Minimum Education

Undergraduate degree required, preferably in business or finance

Minimum Years of Work Experience

4-6 years of relevant experience in merchandising/space planning

Minimum Leadership Experience

Experience managing or mentoring a team

Other Requirements/Assets

Strong analytical and project management skills

Flexible attitude toward business solutions

In our commitment to efficiency, consistency, and a fair hiring experience for all candidates, The Home Depot Canada uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to assist with the screening and assessment of applicants for this position. This technology is used to quickly and consistently identify candidates whose skills and experience are the strongest match for the role. Our process is designed to ensure human oversight is maintained throughout the selection process.

Our Core Values Press ENTER to read the content or TAB to skip.
Our associates are encouraged to initiative creative and innovative ways to serve our customers and improve the business as well as spread best practices throughout the company.

Taking Care of Our People
The key to our success is treating people well. We do this by encouraging associates to speak up and take risks, by recognizing and rewarding good performance and by leading and developing people so they may grow.

Respect For All People
In order to remain successful, our associates must work in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment where each associate is regarded as a part of The Home Depot Canada team.

Doing The Right Thing
We exercise good judgement by “doing the right thing” instead of just “doing things right.” We strive to understand the impact of our decisions and we accept responsibility for our actions.

Building Strong Relationships
Solid relationships are built on trust, honesty and integrity. We listen and respond to the needs of customers, associates, communities and vendors, treating them as partners.

Giving Back
An important part of the fabric of The Home Depot Canada is giving our time,



talents, energy and resources to help strengthen the communities we live and work in.

Along with our quality products, service, price and selection, we must go the extra mile to give customers knowledgeable advice about merchandise and to help them use those products to their maximum benefit.

Creating Shareholder Value
The investors who provide the capital necessary to allow our company to grow need and expect a return on their investment. We are committed to providing it.

Our Core Values Press ENTER to read the content or TAB to skip.
Our associates are encouraged to initiative creative and innovative ways to serve our customers and improve the business as well as spread best practices throughout the company.

Taking Care of Our People
The key to our success is treating people well. We do this by encouraging associates to speak up and take risks, by recognizing and rewarding good performance and by leading and developing people so they may grow.

Respect For All People
In order to remain successful, our associates must work in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment where each associate is regarded as a part of The Home Depot Canada team.

Doing The Right Thing
We exercise good judgement by “doing the right thing” instead of just “doing things right.” We strive to understand the impact of our decisions and we accept responsibility for our actions.

Building Strong Relationships
Strong relationships are built on trust, honesty and integrity. We listen and respond to the needs of customers, associates, communities and vendors, treating them as partners.

Giving Back
An important part of the fabric of The Home Depot Canada is giving our time, talents, energy and resources to help strengthen the communities we live and work in.

Along with our quality products, service, price and selection, we must go the extra mile to give customers knowledgeable advice about merchandise and to help them use those products to their maximum benefit.

Creating Shareholder Value
The investors who provide the capital necessary to allow our company to grow need and expect a return on their investment. We are committed to providing it.

Latest News Press ENTER to read the content or TAB to skip.
Approximately 150 current jobs are coming to Fort McMurray as The Home Depot Canada opens its 28th, and northernmost, Alberta store.

The Home Depot Canada is partnering with Ontario Corps to help strengthen emergency preparedness and community resilience across Ontario.

A Way Home Canada (AWHC) and The Home Depot Canada Foundation (THDCF) are bringing together youth leaders, policymakers, and community partners on Parliament Hill.

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📌 LEAD SPACE PLANNING - 12 Months Contract (Ontario)
🏢 The Home Depot
📍 Ontario