Data Analyst - Transportation BI

Home Depot / THD; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Depot / THD in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Data Analyst for Transportation BI to translate complex analytics into data-driven insights within Supply Chain. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required, with 1–3 years of related experience in data mining, forecasting, and reporting.

You will work with SQL-based systems (SQL Server, Teradata, Oracle), develop dashboards, handle ad hoc requests, and present findings in clear terms to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older and legally permitted to work in the United States.
• 1–3 years of work experience in data mining, statistical analysis, auditing, and/or forecasting.
• Direct experience analyzing relevant subject matter (Supply Chain, Merchandising, Operations).
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Finance, or related quantitative field.

Responsibilities

• About 30%: perform established reporting and analytical tasks following defined processes.
• About 20%: build dashboards/reports and handle ad hoc requests using data analytics tools.
• About 20%: ensure high quality deliverables with detailed accuracy.
• About 20%: expand technical capabilities and SME knowledge within the core function.
• About 10%: present findings clearly, linking analytics to business context.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Finance, or related quantitative field

Tools

SQL

SQL Server

Teradata

Oracle

Job description

Data Analyst - Transportation BI at Home Depot / THD, onsite in Atlanta, GA. Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent and a track record of translating complex analytics into data-driven insights within Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

• 30 percent of time performing established reporting and analytical tasks following defined processes
• 20 percent leveraging data analytics tools to build new dashboards and reports, plus handling ad hoc requests
• 20 percent ensuring high quality deliverables through meticulous attention to detail
• 20 percent expanding technical capabilities and building subject matter expertise within the core function
• 10 percent presenting findings in clear, accessible terms, linking analytics to the broader business context

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older and legally permitted to work in the United States
• Experience with SQL Server, Teradata, Oracle, or comparable database systems
• 1–3 years of work experience in data mining, statistical analysis, auditing, and/or forecasting
• Prior direct experience analyzing relevant subject matter (for example Supply Chain, Merchandising, Operations)
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Finance, or related quantitative field
• Strong critical thinking to evaluate alternative solutions and anticipate implications of new information
• Curiosity-driven approach to uncovering the underlying story in data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to convey complex results clearly
• Solid interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, tools, and techniques

Technologies

• SQL
• SQL Server
• Teradata
• Oracle

Direct Manager / Direct Reports

• This position reports to Manager
• This position has no Direct Reports

Travel Requirements

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10 percent of the time

Physical Requirements

• Mostly sedentary with occasional movement; may lift light articles on rare occasions

Working Conditions

• Located in a comfortable indoor environment; conditions are generally mild and infrequent

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be eighteen years of age or older
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SQL Server, Teradata, Oracle, or comparable database systems
• 1–3 years in data mining, statistical analysis, auditing, and/or forecasting
• Direct experience in analyzing relevant subject matter (Supply Chain, Merchandising, Operations, etc.)
• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Finance, or related quantitative field

Minimum Education

The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree program or equivalent degree in a field related to the job.

Preferred Education

No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience

0

Preferred Years of Work Experience

No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience

None

Preferred Leadership Experience

None

Certifications

• None

Competencies

• Critical thinking to evaluate strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions and foresee implications of new information
• Strong intellectual curiosity to uncover the underlying narrative in data
• Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to persuade and inform stakeholders
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork capabilities
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, tools, and techniques