Director, Decision Analytics

HD Supply Canada, Inc; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Supply Canada, Inc seeks a Director of Decision Analytics to lead the business unit’s intelligence strategy and data-driven initiatives. You will oversee BI systems, model optimization, and financial data analysis to identify profitability opportunities.

Partner with senior leaders to educate and leverage data for strategic decisions. Responsibilities include budgeting, data quality management, and directing cross-functional teams to implement analytics-driven improvements across distribution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in decision analytics or similar role.
• Experience with distribution networks and optimization is required.
• Experience leading teams and collaborating with cross-functional leaders.
• Experience with financial data, P&L, and sales forecasting is desired.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the business intelligence and network strategy.
• Oversee BI systems, tools, and optimization techniques.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to identify advanced data reporting capabilities.
• Develop budgets and ensure data quality across the unit.
• Lead reports and cross-functional teams of professionals.

Skills

Distribution optimization

Leadership experience

Operations research

Advanced data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

BS/BA in Engineering or related field

9+ years in decision analytics or similar

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Director, Decision Analytics

Job Summary Responsible for defining and executing the business unit's overall intelligence and network strategy. Oversee the development and administration of systems and tools used to store, model, and analyze key business data including but not limited to the analysis of supply chain, customer, product, and financial data. Develop actionable analytics and optimization models that will be used to identify operational and distribution improvement opportunities that will lead to increased business profitability. Work with leadership in business to educate the workforce on leveraging data to help drive overall business success.

Duties and responsibilities include:

Define and execute business intelligence and network strategy. Oversee the implementation and administration of business intelligence systems, tools, and optimization techniques. Work closely with senior business leaders and their respective field and functional units to identify and implement advanced data reporting capabilities and mechanisms. Leverage available data sources to identify key business improvement opportunities. Develop and manage the unit and project specific budgets. Maintain responsibility for the business unit data quality management initiatives. Lead direct reports and/or cross‑functional teams that include both functional and technical resources.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, or a closely related field and 8 years of work experience as a decision analyst or similar position. Stated experience must include:

Special Skills

5 years of experience with distribution network optimization 5 years of experience in a management/supervisory capacity involving decision analytics 5 years of experience operations research and optimization modeling experience Experience working with advanced data analytics tools and databases related to financial data, P&L statements and sales forecasts. Experience aggregating large volumes of operational, financial and customer data for analysis. Experience partnering with cross functional leaders. This position is eligible for the company’s Employee Referral Program. Employees should refer qualified candidates in accordance with the program guidelines.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people. Equal Employment Opportunity HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Job Summary

Responsible for defining and executing the business unit's overall intelligence strategy. Oversee the development and administration of systems and tools used to store and analyze key business data including but not limited to the analysis of customer data, product data, and transactional data. Develop actionable analytics that will be used to identify operational improvement opportunities that will lead to increased business profitability. Work with leadership in the business to educate the workforce on leveraging data to help drive overall business success.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

Defines and executes business intelligence strategy. Oversees the implementation and administration of business intelligence systems, tools, and techniques. Works closely with senior business leaders and their respective field and functional units to identify and implement advanced data reporting capabilities and mechanisms. Leverages available data sources to identify key business improvement opportunities. Develops and manages the unit and project specific budgets. Maintains responsibility for the business unit data quality management initiatives. Leads direct reports and/or cross‑functional teams that include both functional and technical resources.

Nature and Scope

Problems are typically defined by higher level leadership. Problems are difficult. Solutions require analysis and investigation. Decides how to achieve planned results within an organization’s plans, policies, and guidelines. May set or change plans/goals within respective department or area. May manage department via multiple layers of managers OR directly supervise a staff of professional individual contributors at the senior or technical advisor level.

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and objectionable. 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. Typically requires overnight travel 20% to 50% of the time.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 9+ years of experience in a related field, including several years in a management/supervisory capacity.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people. Equal Employment Opportunity HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

About Us

At HD Supply, we believe that our core purpose is to improve our associates’ lives and equip them with the tools needed to provide exceptional customer experiences every day. As one of the largest industrial distributors in North America, we enable our customers’ success by consistently delivering what they need, where and when they need it. HD SUPPLY has more than 80 years of experience supporting our customers with leadership positions in the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO). With 44 distribution centers spread across 25 states and two Canadian provinces, HD Supply provides an expansive offering of approximately 200,000 SKUs featuring high-quality, name-brand and proprietary products – all at competitive prices. Combine this with our industry‑leading, value‑add services – including localized jobsite delivery, will‑call and direct‑ship options, diversified logistics and innovative solutions – and you can see why our more than 300,000 customers continue to trust HD Supply as their first choice supplier for getting the job done.