Pro Experience Manager
Company: Home Depot
Location: Kyle
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be
part of something bigger. Position Purpose: Pro Experience Managers
(Pro XM) are members of the store leadership team responsible for
overseeing the execution of store standards, including customer
service, department readiness, and operational processes. Working
alongside the in-store Pro team, this role executes strategies to
increase sales, loyalty, and Pro Xtra signups while ensuring a
speedy, accurate customer experience. The Pro XM drives efficient
Pro customer flow, enforces Pro standards, and ensures deliveries
are on-time and complete. The Pro XM executes safe opening and
closing processes and performs Manager on Duty (MOD)
responsibilities strictly in accordance with established SOPs,
escalating non-standard issues to the Store Manager or ASM. They
coach and train associates on company policies, safety procedures,
and customer service. When serving as the MOD, they implement
business decisions by partnering with appropriate resources and
following SOPs. They also collaborate with Store Leaders, Outside
Sales, and Specialty Managers to provide input on Pro strategies.
This position requires strict adherence to all timekeeping and
break policies. The Pro XM upholds all company policies and
champions a safe working environment by correcting hazards,
ensuring associates complete safety training, and working safely to
protect themselves, co-workers, and customers. Key
Responsibilities: 30% - Customer Service / Experience - Service
Leadership: Service Leadership: Champion the GET culture by working
alongside the team to model service standards and provide real-time
coaching on customer interactions. Pro Experience: Actively manage
the Pro area to minimize wait times, ensuring carts, signage, and
equipment are always available for Pro customers. Inventory
Execution: Walk the Top 10 Pro Classes daily to ensure on-shelf
availability and job-lot quantities, partnering with ASMs to
address gaps. Order Quality: Validate all Will Calls & Deliveries
at the start of every shift to ensure accuracy, quality, and
on-time completion. Resolution: Promptly resolve customer concerns
to ensure satisfaction, escalating complex issues to senior
leadership when necessary. Recognition: Drive morale by identifying
and rewarding great service behaviors using Bravos and Homers. 30%
- People - Talent Acquisition: Assist with recruitment and
interviews to provide input to the Store Manager/ASM. Training
Compliance: Ensure Pro Team Knowledge Depot (KD) training is
current and drive engagement with hdPhone learning tools.
Performance Management: Provide informal and formal
performance-based coaching and provide performance observations to
store management. Responsible for completing performance management
documentation for review by the Assistant Store Manager. Coaching &
Development: Provide real-time feedback and maintain active
Development Blueprints to improve sales, service, and product
knowledge. Employee Relations: Champion "Voice of the Associate"
initiatives and actively resolve associate concerns consistent with
company policy to maintain high engagement levels. Staffing &
Coverage: Monitor Pro Department staffing to address immediate
coverage and and manage attendance variances. Accountability:
Enforce THD policies and hold associates accountable for
operational standards and behavioral expectations 15% -Safety -
Ensure strict adherence to hazmat procedures, SOPs, and Safety
Matters guidelines. Immediately intervene to correct unsafe
behaviors and recognize associates who demonstrate safe practices.
Verify that all relevant safety checklists are completed on time
and confirm that corrective actions are implemented. Model safe
work practices and complete all assigned safety training. Guide
associates on the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
and safe lifting techniques. Enforce safe distances around Lift
Equipment and ensure associates understand the correct policies.
Maintain safe aisles and walking surfaces by keeping them clear of
debris. Assist customers shopping in an unsafe manner to prevent
injury. Immediately correct unsafe conditions and hazardous
situations as they arise. 25%- Shared Manager on Duty – Opening &
Closing Operations: Perform all Opening/Closing duties, including
securing the building, in strict adherence to security SOPs. Team
Alignment: Lead store kickoff meetings and walk each department to
communicate tasks and ensure total store readiness. Operational
Continuity: Conduct hand-off walks with the prior MOD and partner
with the Store Manager/ASMs to validate daily priorities. Execution
& Compliance: Verify timely completion of store checklists and
equipment safety inspections, ensuring immediate corrective actions
are implemented. Merchandising Strategy: Review upcoming events and
ads to determine required actions and partner with supervisors to
ensure execution. Direct Manager/Direct Reports: This Position
typically Reports to Specialty ASM or Pro ASM This position has 4
Direct Reports Travel Requirements: No travel required Physical
Requirements: Requires intermittent periods during which continuous
physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping,
climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy
or awkward. Working Conditions: Usually in a comfortable
environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate
physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes, or odors
Minimum Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older Must be
legally permitted to work in the United States Ability to work a
flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and overtime as
needed. 1 year of relevant work experience, including management of
people and retail operations. Preferred Qualifications: At least 1
year prior merchandising and/or operational experience. At least 1
year leadership experience, preferably big box retail. Knowledge of
the home improvement industry. Minimum Education: The knowledge,
skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a
high school diploma and/or GED. Preferred Education: No additional
education Minimum Years of Work Experience: 2 years of previous
related work experience Preferred Years of Work Experience: No
additional years of experience Minimum Leadership Experience: 1
year of previous leadership Experience Preferred Leadership
Experience: 1 year of previous leadership Experience
Certifications: None Competencies: Decision Quality
Self-Development Situational Adaptability Customer Focus Manages
Conflict Develops Talent Manages Conflict
Keywords: Home Depot, San Marcos , Pro Experience Manager, Retail - All , Kyle, Texas