The Home Depot

Sr Business Analyst - Pro Merchandising Operations

The Home Depot • $78K — $108K *
Vancouver, WA 98682In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of analytical experience in business or strategy roles
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools like Tableau

Responsibilities

  • Deliver measurable value creation by leveraging supplier capabilities and insights
  • Drive assortment productivity through performance analysis and actionable recommendations
  • Lead initiatives that enhance project category experience and expand supplier capabilities
  • Provide operational support for suppliers and resolve challenges impacting performance
  • Mentor and uplift team capabilities through knowledge sharing and best practices

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career growth in a leading retail organization
  • Collaborative cross-functional team environment
  • Chance to work closely with suppliers and improve business operations
  • Flexible working conditions with limited travel
  • Support for professional development and continuous learning opportunities
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:

The Home Depot's Pro Merchandising organization exists to enable business growth from Pro customers by owning and optimizing the end-to-end category experience. Our mission is to meet or exceed the expectations set by wholesale competition, ensuring Pros can efficiently purchase all products and services to complete their projects, standard or complex, directly through The Home Depot.

The Sr Business Analyst - Pro Merchandising Operations is an essential contributor to strategic business development and the execution of our Pro strategy through strong supplier engagement and assortment performance. This individual will assist with scaling current supplier capabilities, developing new Pro-focused supplier programs, and partnering with suppliers to expand and optimize capabilities and assortments in service of the Pro customer.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 25%- Deliver Supplier Value Creation: Leverage supplier capabilities, business insights, and cross-functional partnerships to identify and execute opportunities that create measurable value for suppliers, the Pro Business, and the Pro customer. Develop scalable solutions that strengthen supplier performance and advance Pro Merchandising priorities.
  • 25%- Drive Assortment Productivity: Analyze assortment, sales, customer and operational performance to identify opportunities that improve productivity and strengthen the end-to-end Pro assortment. Translate insights into actionable recommendations and partner across functions to drive execution and measure results.
  • 25%- Identify and Deliver Project Category Improvements: Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned project categories by evaluating customer needs, competitive gaps, and business performance. Lead initiatives that improve the category experience, expand Pro capabilities, and enable customers to complete their projects more effectively.
  • 15%- Provide Supplier Operational Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier operational needs within assigned categories. Partner across Merchandising, Supply Chain, Field Support and other cross-functional teams to resolve supplier escalations, address assortment and offering challenges, and remove barriers that impact supplier performance and the Pro customer experience.
  • 10%- Build Team Capability: Mentor and support analysts by sharing business knowledge, analytical approaches, and best practices that strengthen team capabilities and elevate the quality of insights and recommendations.


Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This role reports to the Manager - Pro Merchandising Operations.
  • This position has 0 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:
  • Self-motivation and personal ownership for individual and team success
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and resilience despite ambiguity
  • Strategic mindset and passion for improving and scaling initiatives
  • Operational excellence and strong communication skills across a diverse set of stakeholders (internal and external). Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • High level of organization and attention to detail
  • Strong analytical skills, including gathering data, applying critical thinking, analyzing systems and processes, and making recommendations
  • Must possess the ability to handle multiple tasks at once with minimal direction. Ability to work simultaneously across several workstreams balancing quality of work and consistent delivery.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Tableau, presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint)
  • Excellent written and verbal skills


Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.


Preferred 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.


Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 2


Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • No additional years of experience


Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • None


Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • None


Certifications:
  • None


Competencies:
  • None


For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents:

The pay range for this position is between $78,000.00 - $108,000.00

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
NASDAQ
HD
* Ladders Estimates

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