Job Description

Position Purpose:

Asset Protection Senior Data Analyst is responsible for identifying, distinguishing and analyzing multiple components of a problem and providing conclusions using high-level quantitative skills.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: leading teams on projects, effective communication to teams and other leaders; querying, reviewing and understanding core retail data such as but not limited to shrink, markdown, returns and sales/financial data; identifying trends in business and the retail industry; and understanding key operational processes within the stores. This role also involves creating and supporting field-facing dashboards and tools that Asset Protection partners use in their daily routines.

This role requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented individual with a strong operational understanding and the ability to drive projects to successful completion.


Asset Protection Senior Data Analysts typically take direction from AP Managers, work cross-functionally and collaborate on assigned projects. Project management expertise, strong communication skills and cross-functionally partnering with all Asset Protection teams and others throughout Home Depot is critical for the success of an Asset Protection Senior Analyst

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform data gathering tasks and analytics - identify trends, develop solutions, project/strategy planning and data utilization

• Produce documents for teams and leadership to review and utilize. Deliver presentations to teams and executive leaders and sponsors. Synthesize findings and make recommendations to upper management.

• Build skills and knowledge including self-development, team knowledge and customer (internal) knowledge

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform data gathering tasks and analytics - identify trends, develop solutions, project/strategy planning and data utilization
• Produce documents for teams and leadership to review and utilize. Deliver presentations to teams and executive leaders and sponsors. Synthesize findings and make recommendations to upper management.
• Build skills and knowledge including self-development, team knowledge and customer (internal) knowledge

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• Typically reports to Asset Protection Manager
• No associates report to this role, but requires the leadership of a work group: assign and review work and train to other team members (but not hiring, firing or disciplinary action)

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:

• • Strong project management and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail, supported by a background in consulting or project management methodologies.
  • Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, including statistical analysis, data interpretation, and problem-solving.
  • Proficiency in SQL (e.g., BigQuery, MySQL, DB2) and Python for data extraction, manipulation, and automation.
  • Experience leveraging AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to drive efficiency and derive insights.
  • Familiarity with data governance best practices, including documentation and version control.
  • Advanced Tableau skills for designing impactful dashboards that communicate key messages effectively.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Strong understanding of merchandising, retail operations, field operations, and Asset Protection principles and practices.
  • Demonstrated leadership attributes, including the ability to influence and drive results without direct authority, lead high-performing teams, and foster collaboration.
  • Customer service mindset with a focus on understanding and meeting internal stakeholder needs.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to deliver presentations to teams, executive leaders, and sponsors, clearly articulating complex analyses and implications.
  • Commitment to self-development, team knowledge sharing, and deepening understanding of internal customer needs.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

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:

• No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 3

Preferred Years of Work Experience:

• No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:

• None

Preferred Leadership Experience:

• None

Certifications:

• None

Competencies:

• None

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