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*The Associate must reside in a Northern Division state.
Position Purpose:
The coordination of specific and detailed roles within the Human Resource function with the purpose of providing excellent customer service and progressive Human Resource management and support to the associates of Home Depot's Logistics facilities. Act as point of contact and a source of information on Human Resources policies, law, and procedures. Handle the details of Human Resource information with confidentiality, professionalism and thoroughness. Lead and develop assigned DC HR Managers and support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure HR initiatives/processes are executed consistently, act as a business partner for THD Logistics group and translate strategic/tactical HR goals with an eye toward impact on people.
- Develop a progressive role for the Logistic's HR function by being proactive in all areas of HR management. Establish credibility throughout the organization by being an effective listener, problem solver and communicator.
- Communicate Home Depot's Union Free philosophy through education, communication and understanding of related issues and law and by addressing all issues towards the purpose of providing a positive associate environment.
- Assure excellent associate relations practices through open and truthful communication, fair treatment and respect for all people and consistent application of Home Depot's policies and programs and SOP's. Protect and facilitate Home Depot's Open Door policy.
- Understand and insure Home Depot's application and protection of all current employment laws (EEO, Wage & Hour, Labor, ADA, FMLA ). Follow any investigations through to appropriate completion. Keep accurate and complete documentation on all issues.
- Determine needs and assist in the development, implementation and delivery of knowledge management and training programs with the purpose of career enhancement and development for all associates. Mentor and coach on all levels. Manage, and monitor, the process of leadership development and succession planning and the HR Review process.
- Apply technology, change/project management and short/long term planning to HR efforts.
- Understand Home Depot's business and how HR efforts assist in accomplishing business goals.
- Responsible for appropriate selection, termination, performance appraisal, and professional development of assigned staff.
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- Typically reports to Human Resource Director, Global Logistics.
- Position typically has direct reports.
Travel Requirements:
- Typically requires overnight travel less than 75% of the time.
Physical Requirements:
- Most of the time is spent sitting or standing in the same location or there may be a need to stoop regularly or move/lift light material or equipment (typically less than 8 pounds).
Working Conditions:
- Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
- Typically requires overnight travel 20% to 50% of the time.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be eighteen years of age or older.
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:
- B.S. in Business, HR Management, Psychology or the like with at least 5 years of progressive HR Generalist Experience
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:
- 5
Preferred Years of Work Experience:
- No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience:
- None
Preferred Leadership Experience:
- None
Certifications:
- None
Competencies:
- Integrity that translates into garnering trust and respect. Excellent follow-up skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and leadership skills coupled with distinct organizational skills
- Current and up-to-date knowledge of all laws relating to HR Management.
- The ability to mentor and coach associates at all levels in a culturally diverse environment. Excellent skills in associate relations and the ability to be flexible.
- Strong skills in investigating, ADR, training, performance management and team building
For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents:
Skills Required
- B.S. in Business, HR Management, Psychology or related field
- At least 5 years of progressive HR generalist experience
The Home Depot Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Home Depot and has not been reviewed or approved by The Home Depot.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company matching supports long-term savings alongside core pay. Retirement programs are consistently positioned as a meaningful part of total compensation.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan enables discounted stock ownership as a core element of compensation. Equity opportunities complement wages and are accessible beyond full-time salaried roles.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit-sharing and store-performance bonuses offer additional earnings opportunities beyond base pay. Incentive programs are described as recurring and tied to store results.
The Home Depot Insights
What We Do
The Home Depot, the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer, values and rewards dedicated, knowledgeable and experienced professionals. We operate over 2,200 retail stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, Canada and Mexico. All of our associates have one thing in mind — helping our customers build and improve upon their homes. Join The Home Depot team today and see for yourself why we are consistently ranked as a top Fortune 500 company.









