The Home Depot is hiring: Media Manager in Houston

Media Manager – The Home Depot

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Position Purpose

The Media Manager oversees all aspects of traditional and digital investments for national and regional advertising and is a key influencer on corporate omni‑channel strategy. Responsible for working with key stakeholders and business/initiative leaders across the enterprise to understand customer, business, and communication goals and to oversee the creation and execution of omni‑channel plans within the overall marketing mix. Analyzes industry trends, channel results, and business environment to improve strategies and provide plan recommendations. Manages omni‑channel budget and supports channel measurement, results reporting, and insights. This role will direct agency planning, buying, and activation for areas including offline, OTT, programmatic, and display advertising.

Key Responsibilities

• 10% Budget Management – Budget management and stewardship of omni‑channel investments.
• 15% Channel Expertise – Partner with omni‑channel partners, key stakeholders, and business/initiative leaders to develop channel recommendations supporting key customer, business, and marketing goals.
• 20% Direct Omni‑Channel Plans – Help direct media agency and/or supervise direct reports on creation and execution of department‑level omni‑channel plans.
• 10% Reporting & Learning – Support the analysis of reporting on channel performance and audience behaviours and incorporate learnings into current and future planning.
• 25% Stakeholder Relationship Management – Develop and maintain strong relationships with key omni‑channel stakeholders and business/initiative leaders.
• 20% Test & Learn – Test new and emerging omni‑channel trends/opportunities that support frictionless customer experiences, drive business growth, and create competitive advantage.

Direct Manager / Direct Reports

• This position reports to Sr Manager, Media.
• This position has 0 direct reports.

Travel Requirements

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements

• Most of the time is spent sitting; frequent opportunity to move. On rare occasions, may need to move or lift light items.

Working Conditions

• Located in a comfortable indoor area; conditions are generally acceptable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Omni‑channel agency planning/buying experience.
• Previous client‑side omni‑channel planning experience.
• Previous leadership, mentoring, and/or coaching experience.
• Retail/multi‑outlet advertising experience.
• Master's degree.
• Strong leadership abilities, experience supporting/mentoring team members, and a proven track record of building cross‑functional relationships.
• Highly organized with the ability to combine strategic direction with hands‑on tactical execution.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to conceptualize and build integrated omni‑channel plans.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to gain alignment on recommendations.
• Proficiency in Excel/Word/PowerPoint.
• Excellent organization, communication, and ability to manage multiple tasks; strong problem‑solving skills.
• Working knowledge of marketing, finance, advertising, merchandising, and operations; effective partnership skills across the organization.
• Partnership with omni‑channel strategy leads and stakeholders to set long‑term planning; ability to envision future customer experience.

Minimum Education

• Master's degree in a field related to the job.

Preferred Education

• No additional education.

Minimum Years Of Work Experience

• 5 years.

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