Business Analyst- IPR Events at The Home Depot in Toronto, ON  M3C 4H9

Pay Range: $60,000 - $90,000

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Supply Chain Business Analyst - IPR Events

Position Overview:
The Business Analyst is responsible for supporting the day-to-day activities of the IPR Events team and delivering on the team’s projects and initiatives that will benefit The Home Depot. Inventory, Planning, & Replenishment (IPR) is part of Home Depot Canada’s supply chain. The Business Analyst has the responsibility to advise and assist in execution of department level forecasting and replenishment strategies for both core and non-core products ensuring consistent and accurate execution by the forecast and replenishment analysts. 
The Business Analyst will focus on supporting with instock troubleshooting and inventory recovery for Flyer, Events, and Offshelf. The Business Analyst will also be expected to deliver analytics and provide direction to support business objectives and that will be used for making data-driven decisions.  The successful Business Analyst needs to be a team player and have strong communication and troubleshooting skills. 
                                        
Key Responsibilities:    
                                    
Workday and Workforce Management
•    Use problem solving and analytical skills to determine root causes and action plans for Event, Offshelf and Flyer instock issues.
•    Experience with financial analysis and quantitative skills, including ability to produce 
and review sales analysis (turns, sales, gross margin, etc.) and other analytical techniques to assist in making key forecast and replenishment decisions.
•    Support with the development and refinement of processes and best practices related to Offshelf and Events
•    Collaborate with cross functional supply chain teams to resolve problems
•    Perform ad-hoc analysis that will be used for making business decisions.
Project Management 
•    Perform complex analytics and deliver sound recommendations based on sound Supply Chain principles.
•    Identify process improvement opportunities and recommended changes.
•    Consult on IT driven projects to ensure final deliverables support strategic initiatives.
Partnering 
•    Provide key reporting and tactical support to IPR, Merchandising, Logistics and Senior 
Management and track Key Performance Indicators on a weekly and monthly basis
•    Collaborate with the Merchandising Team to ensure appropriate load in strategy for Events and to respond to promotional risks
•    Coordinate the activities of analysts in their functional area to support large Events.
•    Strong customer focus with business acumen, problem solving skills and results 
oriented.

Team Leadership
•    Self -directed, ability to work with limited supervision
•    Direct cross functional teams with required actions that will support 
•    Use problem solving and analytical skills to determine root causes and action plans for challenging supply chain problems

Competencies:                                        
•    Communicates effectively
•    Collaborates
•    Action oriented
•    Drives results
•    Plans and Aligns                                        

Skills:                                        
•    Analytical and proactive; informed decision making with little direction
•    Problem solving and critical thinking; timely and effective problem resolution 
•    Excellent communication and presentation skills; collaborative with effective interpersonal skills; able to work across departments.
•    Time management and organization
•    Adaptability and flexibility
•    Data analysis
•    Project and change management

                                    
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:                                        
•    Manager, IPR 
                                    
Travel Requirements:                                        
•    Limited
                        
Physical Requirements:                                        
•    Extended sitting 
•    Repetitive tasks
            
                                        
Minimum Education:                                        
•    Must have a post-secondary degree in a relevant field.
                            
Minimum Years of Work Experience:                                
•    Must fulfill minimum time-in-position (2 years) 
•    2-3 years of analytical experience in a retail environment with emphasis on forecasting, replenishment, process improvement and data analysis.
    
                            
Minimum Leadership Experience:
•    Flexible in attitude and approach to business solutions    
•    Strong work ethic and sense of responsibility and confidentiality
•    Strong customer focus with business acumen, problem solving skills and results orientated.

Certifications:                                        
•    None
                                        
Other Requirements/Assets:                                        
•    Self-starter, efficient, organized and able to produce high quality work under pressure and in a timely fashion.
•    Strong computer skills with advanced proficiency in MS Excel and/or Big Query, strong proficiency in MS PowerPoint.
•    Ability to drive alignment across different stakeholder groups
•    Strong analytical skills with the ability to extrapolate pertinent information from various sources (reports and spreadsheets) and analyze data for recommendations.
•    Project management skills are an asset but not required

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.