Description
Pay Range: $80,000 - $110,000
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 Purpose:
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Community Investment, the Manager, Fundraising provides strategic leadership for supplier and vendor fundraising, partnering closely with internal stakeholders to grow sustainable revenue in support of the Foundation’s mission to prevent and end youth homelessness across Canada.
This role is the Foundation’s primary lead for supplier and vendor driven fundraising, responsible for designing and executing national strategies that engage suppliers through compelling value propositions and marquee fundraising events. A strong collaborator and storyteller, the Manager mobilizes internal partners to activate supplier fundraising opportunities that deliver strong financial results while deepening supplier relationships.
The role also supports strong governance, financial stewardship, and compliance, and serves as a key liaison with vendors, event partners, and the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Supplier & Vendor Fundraising
- Lead the supplier and vendor fundraising strategy, accountable for annual results exceeding $9M in revenue annually.
- Align supplier fundraising with corporate priorities, brand values, and the Foundation’s charitable focus.
- Partner with internal teams (merchandising, marketing, leadership) to identify and scale supplier fundraising opportunities.
- Articulate clear supplier value propositions linking community impact, visibility, and shared purpose.
Marquee Events & Experiences
- Provide strategic leadership for the Foundation’s signature supplier-facing events: Spring Gala, Community Build(s), and Charity Classic.
- Oversee end-to-end delivery to ensure strong financial outcomes, exceptional partner experience, and operational excellence.
- Lead planning and execution of Foundation trip experiences to deepen supplier and stakeholder engagement in support of fundraising goals.
Internal Collaboration & Supplier Stewardship
- Serve as the primary fundraising partner to internal stakeholders, enabling confident, compliant supplier engagement.
- Build and steward strong national supplier and vendor partnerships, positioning the Foundation as a trusted, high-impact partner.
- Deliver compelling impact storytelling, stewardship, and reporting, informed by supplier insights and performance data.
Governance & Operations
- Maintain effective operational processes for supplier fundraising, including financial controls, reporting, and data integrity.
- Provide people leadership for vendor fundraising resources, including direct supervision of the Vendor Fundraising Specialist
Experience & Knowledge Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field; CFRE designation considered an asset.
- Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships, supplier engagement, or non-profit leadership.
- Demonstrated success leading supplier- or partner-driven fundraising initiatives, including large-scale fundraising events.
- Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing direct reports.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
- Solid knowledge of CRA receipting rules and charitable compliance in Canada.
- Exceptional relationship-building and influence skills, with comfort engaging senior leaders, suppliers, associates, and partners.
- Highly organised, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Core Competencies
- Supplier and vendor fundraising leadership
- Cross-functional partnership and influence
- Marquee event and experience management
- People leadership and coaching
- Storytelling and impact communication
- Financial and operational discipline
- Governance and compliance
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.
