Sr. Logistics Analyst, Capital

The Home Depot

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

13 hours ago

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Job summary

The Home Depot is seeking a Logistics Senior Analyst to apply analytical methods to understand, predict, and improve logistics operations. The role involves data management, performance analysis, and presenting recommendations to management, with mentorship to junior analysts.

The position emphasizes forecasting, cost modeling, and process improvement across the logistics function, with strong Excel, Tableau, SAP, and Ariba competencies required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
3+ years in logistics analysis or related area.
Experience building monthly forecasts and dashboards.

Responsibilities

Utilizes quantitative skills to create and analyze reports supporting business execution.
Develops tools and solutions to identify logistics process improvements.
Provides recommendations to senior management and mentors analysts.
Manages data mining, data modeling, cost/benefit analyses and process mapping for day-to-day operations.
Manages vendor/business partner relationships.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Tableau

SAP

Ariba Cloud

Power Query

SQL

Forecasting

Data modeling

Cost/benefit analysis

Data mining

Process mapping

Vendor relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Tableau dashboards

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Req188070

Position Purpose

A Logistics Sr. Analyst uses analytical methods and a variety of tools to understand, predict, improve and/or control Logistics operations and processes. Sr. Logistics Analysts are responsible for data management, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support Logistics management. Solves problems by considering courses of action within the framework of business goals and standards. Operates with minimal supervision and once given general assignments, prioritizes and executes tasks. Provides and communicates recommendations to upper management. Mentors and guides Logistics Analysts in daily work tasks. Must be a self starter, detail oriented, able to support and lead multiple projects, possess excellent communication skills, work well with a team, interact with multiple levels and functions with the Logistics organization, and able to manage vendor/business relationships. Supply Chain Capital forecasting support involving management of monthly-level forecasting. - Advanced Excel use managing forecasts, budgets, and connective queries (Power Query, etc). - Leverages Tableau for building and modifying Tableau dashboards. – Utilizes SAP and Ariba Cloud jointly to troubleshoot PO, invoicing, and system challenges. – Performs forecasting, development and implementation of process improvement opportunities associated with assigned projects. - Performs analysis in support of requested business and systemic enhancements which will result in cost savings to the company.

Key Responsibilities

25% Utilizes quantitative skills to create and analyze reports to support business execution. Supports the business through ad-hoc queries, and maintains reports from a variety of resources as specific to department or organizational needs
25% Develops business tools and solutions based on knowledge, product or technology. Identifies Logistics process improvement opportunities through strategic thinking, critical thinking and analysis
20% Provides recommendations to senior management. Mentors and guides Logistics Analysts
20% Performs data management through data mining/data modeling/data analysis/cost/benefit analysis/process mapping/%/or problem analysis while executing day to day processes related to area of responsibility. Develops & maintains cost estimates, forecasts, and cost models. Supports business through ad-hoc queries & maintains reports
10% Manages vendor/business partner relationships

Direct Manager/Direct Reports

This position reports to Manager of Sr Manager
This position has no Direct Reports

Travel Requirements

Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% 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

Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or Finance Degree (Master's Degree)
Experience building monthly financial forecasts and obtaining forecast feedback
Experience building and managing Tableau dashboards
Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Power Query.
Proficient in: Microsoft Office Suite including Access, Excel, Powerpoint, Project, Word and Visio.
Advanced Skills in: Google Big Query, SQL, Visual Basic Skills for Data Acquisition and Analysis, Visio-Process Mapping Skills
Experience using SAP, or similar ERP systems (Oracle, JD Edwards, etc.)
Ariba Cloud experience managing and creating POs, invoices, and troubleshooting issues.
Project Management Skills
Finance/CBA/Capital Budget 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