Position Purpose:

This position works with the merchant team to execute the merchandising strategy for Home Depot Installation Services business; The Merchandise Analyst will assist in driving sales, optimizing assortments, and generating profit; The role serves as the merchant's primary support for setting up and maintaining assortments through data management, responding to field associates and vendors, and providing analytical support to help the Merchant achieve their sales and profit plans; The role is also charged with working with cross-functional groups to gain insight on sales and market trends and issues that would have an impact on the business

Key Responsibilities:35% Analysis - Uses merchandising systems to analyze key merchandising metrics and provides recommendations for optimization.Works on various product tests within respective category, including assortment monitoring, promotional pricing, new services concepts, and analyzing results15% Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partners with cross-functional groups across the business to develop systems and processes to deliver accurate retail assortment and pricing 50% Executes Category Strategy - Manages all product information for assigned merchandising category; works with suppliers to onboard new products; owns the project management and execution of the strategic initiatives
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:This Position typically reports to SR MGR PROGRAM CATALOGS & PRICINGThis Position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.
Physical Requirements:Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
Working Conditions:Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Minimum Qualifications:Must be eighteen years of age or older.Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:Working knowledge of Microsoft Office SuiteWorking knowledge of TableauWorking knowledge of presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint)Strong Microsoft Office skillsProficient with SQL, Tableau, Excel, and PowerPointPrior experience in merchandising, planning and analysisNo previous leadership 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:1
Preferred Years of Work Experience:No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience:None
Preferred Leadership Experience:None
Certifications:None
Competencies:Action OrientedManages AmbiguityTech SavvyManages ComplexityOptimizes Work ProcessesCommunicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusDrives ResultsHighly motivated and dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of the companyFlexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment independently and as a team memberExcellent analytical and proven problem-solving skillsEffective verbal and written communication skillsDetail oriented, deadline driven, organized individual able to handle multiple tasks with tight timelines with a commitment to meeting daily, weekly and monthly deadlines regardless of the obstacles.