http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/go/Atlanta-GA-Retail-Jobs/30428/ View Atlanta GA Retail Jobs at Home Depot en-us http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/images/homedepot/home-depot-logo.gif http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/go/Atlanta-GA-Retail-Jobs/30428/ 720 Position Detail Sr Mgr Marketing - Merchandise Atlanta, GA Date: 11/20/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Marketing
Type: Full-time
Travel: 0-25%

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE The responsibility of the Sr. Manager Marketing - Merchandise is to develop long and short term marketing strategy and business position for a number of merchandise departments. This position will serve as the primary liaison between the Merchandising leadership, specifically the Senior Vice Presidents of Merchandising, and all Marketing cross functional departments. This person will direct and manage a team of approximately 4-5 Managers Marketing - Merchandise (MMMs), who have responsibility to manage both strategic and tactical execution of marketing programs for their respective departments. This position will also have direct responsibility to serve as the marketing lead for at least 1 department, possibly more as needed.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES * 25% Work with senior merchandising leadership to develop long and short term marketing strategies, as well as find and execute targeted marketing opportunities * 40% Accountable for team of Merchandise Marketing Managers who serve as chief marketing officers of their respective merchandising departments. Ensure they provide strong strategic planning, tactical execution, total integration and creative vision for their clients. * 25% Develop monthly, quarterly and annual marketing plans for assigned merchandising department(s) based on competitive analysis, consumer input, financial data and creative tactics. * 10% Develop and maintain strong relationships with merchandise vendors. The goal of these relationships is to establish unique sales driving opportunities to THD and support the Merchandise Marketing Managers as they direct and manage incremental vendor funding for marketing projects and provide value opportunities for merchant sales negotiations.

NATURE AND SCOPE * Typically reports to Director, Client Services * Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. In addition to personnel issues -- including selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development of subordinates.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS * Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. * Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED 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.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 7

PHYSICAL JOB 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Marketing experience at a retail company or as part of advertising agency team * Experience in brand or product marketing

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES * Strong leadership abilities and experience in managing cross functional work relationships * Highly organized with ability to combine strategic direction with hands on tactical execution * Knowledge of consumer and product research, market segmentation and competitive intelligence/ analysis * Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and build integrated marketing plans]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Sr-Mgr-Marketing-Merchandise-(_number-63040)-Job/683118/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Sr-Mgr-Marketing-Merchandise-(_number-63040)-Job/683118/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Position Detail MGR IT - Retail Systems - Specialty Sales Atlanta, GA Date: 11/18/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Information Technology
Type: Full-time
Travel: None

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE - The Manager of Information Services - Retail Systems will be responsible for providing application development and support for the Siebel SF&I platform, Central Fulfillment system, and several other systems linked into the Special Services application area. Will be responsible for providing day-to-day support, break-fix changes, stability improvements , enhancements, and project development in support of these systems. Will manage both THD resources and an outsourced team in meeting these goals and objectives. Will comunicate and support the Sales and Services business organization specifically around Home Services as well as the Suuply Chain Central Fulfillment business team. * Builds relationship with key user, store operation groups and vendors to identify and resolve business issues. * Manages system development and support activities to meet user needs in a timely and cost effective manner while ensuring the right things get done as per the governance process. * Manages and tracks the progress of multiple development projects. * Project management and administration that include work plans, projtrac, resource planning and control, writing status reports, and preparing annual budgets. * Communicates status of development design to supervisors and end users. * Selects, develops and motivates assigned staff. This position oversees and manages several teams of associates in the development, implementation and ongoing support of existing and new software applications and hardware platforms which may include telecom responsibility. Works closely with end-user groups to ensure operational stability and that new applications meet the practical needs of the company.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Builds relationship with key user and store operation groups to identify and resolve business issues. Manages system development and support activities to meet user needs in a timely and cost effective manner while ensuring the right things get done as per the governance process. Manages and tracks the progress of multiple development projects. Project management and administration that include work plans, projtrac, resource planning and control, writing status reports, and preparing annual budgets. Communicates status of development design to supervisors and end users. Selects, develops and motivates assigned staff.

NATURE AND SCOPE - Typically reports to a Director, Senior Manager, or Vice President. Typically have supervisory responsibilities for Engineers or Specialists at all levels. Typically requires frequent persuasion or influencing of others. Typically procedures for analyzing situations and making conclusions are diverse. Typically considers among many different options or procedures when solving problems. Typically, once given general assignments, determines priorities and defines what should be done and how to do it.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - Located in a comfortable indoor area. Under regular pressure to meet deadlines, quotas and/or must frequently deal with difficult issues related to people or situations. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must pass the Drug Test. Must successfully complete any required training or orientation courses.

EDUCATION REQUIRED - The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 5
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES -

PHYSICAL JOB 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.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS - 1-2 years of experience in a leader/ team lead capacity

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - * Knowledge of Retail Systems espeically special services systems including Siebel. * Knowledge of development and support methodologies. * Experience in delivering application development projects of medium to large scope. * Excellent Communication and people leadership skills Prior team leadership experience. * Technical: Knowledge of Siebel is a plus. * Skilled in MS Office products (e.g. Excel, Word, Project, Powerpoint, etc.) * Must have ability to effectively and accurately communicate status to upper management. * Prior work experience in application development and/or prodcution support * Ability to collaborate and work across multiple teams is a must. 7 plus years experience in related field; 3 to 5 of which is in a leader/ team lead capacity. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related filed preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES - Knowledge of MS Office and Lotus Notes. Expert proficiency with the Home Depot software architecture, methodology, and governance process. People leadership/supervisory skills. Technical skills may include experience with one or more of: UNIX, Informix, COBOL, JAVA, Catalyst WMS and YMS, Korn Shell Scripting, Novell, Netware, nnet, Sequelink, TSO/ISPF/MVS, DB2/SQL, JCL, CSP, CICS TCP/IP, Visual Basic, Networking, and LAN administration. Problem solving and analytical skills. Presentation, facilitation and writing skills. Project management- estimating, planning, controlling, and execution.]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/MGR-IT-Retail-Systems-Specialty-Sales-(_number-63030)-Job/682083/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/MGR-IT-Retail-Systems-Specialty-Sales-(_number-63030)-Job/682083/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Position Detail Director Merchandise Planning - D23 Atlanta, GA Date: 11/11/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Merchandising
Type: Full-time
Travel: 0-25%

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE - The Director of Merchandise Planning will be responsible to ensure consistent execution of product line reviews including the pre-planning activities. They will be the key in coordinating category, class and SKU level analytics to ensure we optimize performance across a specific merchandising department. Additionally, they will provide insight and support in pricing analytics and category management. Strong partnership with Global Sourcing will be required in order to seek out innovative products as well as optimize costs. The position will coordinate activities with the vendor community across the enterprise (HD Supply, Retail, Canada and Mexico). This position will be the liaison between the appropriate functional business partners and merchandising

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - * 40% Drive consistent execution of Business Review, Assortment Planning, Performance Tends and PLR Coordination in support of the merchandising strategy and financial targets * 25% Coordinate with analytical support team on the category management, pricing, optimization and business reviews * 15% Partner with Global Sourcing to seek out innovative products and ensure imports are correctly on-boarded. * 10% Participate in strategic meetings with business partners to drive innovation and execution of define strategies. * 10% Coordinate cross enterprise negotiation activities

NATURE AND SCOPE - * Typically reports to Merchandising VP * No direct responsibility for supervising others. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED - * 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.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 7

PHYSICAL JOB 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - * Prior buying or product development experience with specific product category * MBA or Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Finance or equivalent * Knowledge of retail markets and strong sense of product innovation and creativity * Ability to analyze, evaluate and interpret complex data

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES - * High level of product knowledge/expertise. Champions creative and innovative thinking. * Analytical skills ability to interpret data, identify trends and develop action plans to grow comp sales and improve profitability. * Strong planning and organization skills. Maintains a sense of urgency and able to manage multiple projects and schedule demands. Delegates effectively. * Customer centric sees the business through the eyes of the customer. * Proven ability to communicate to audiences at varied levels, internal and external to the company - both orally and in written form]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Director-Merchandise-Planning-D23-(_number-62951)-Job/677654/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Director-Merchandise-Planning-D23-(_number-62951)-Job/677654/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Position Detail Manager Merchandising & Operations Planning Analysis Atlanta, GA Date: 11/10/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Finance/Acctng/Treasury/Investor Relatio
Type: Full-time
Travel: 0-25%

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE - Support SVP of Merchandising, VP of Finance - Merchandising, MVP's, and Manage group of Merchandising Analysts that provide financial decision support for Merchandising. This individual should be the SVP's partner in making decisions with a financial impact including managing the rollout of programs through the Operations group. Often is the center of activity for any significant Merchandising decision requiring financial screening to understand whether the decision is accretive or dilutive to earnings. Requires knowledge of systems, finance, retail accounting and the merchandising category under review. The knowledge of systems is required to mine data and create spreadsheets to support analysis of the decision. The knowledge of finance is required to understand which financial elements should be reviewed and their impact to earnings. Retail accounting is the method used to calculate gross margin for Home Depot. This knowledge is required to accurately value and communicate the financial elements impacting earnings with the Leadership in order to understand the approach for financial analysis. Contributes expertise across all functional business units.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - * Special projects; Creating financial spreadsheets for ad hoc analysis * Support VP- Finance and SVP of Finance preparing analysis and presentations * Manage group of Merchandising Analyst * SOAR and Financial Planning for the department * Support VP- Finance and SVP of Finance * Interfacing with Merchants/EVP/SVP/VP of Finance

NATURE AND SCOPE - * Typically reports to VP of Finance * Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. In addition to personnel issues -- including selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development of subordinates.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - * Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. * Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED - * 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.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 5

PHYSICAL JOB 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - * Computer skills required to manipulate data and report information having a familiarity to SQL, IBM/DB2 tables, and relational databases. * Financial analysis and presentation skills * Retail accounting knowledge; Merchandising/Product knowledge * Technically proficient in Microsoft Office suite with emphasis on Access and Excel * Ability to understand Merchandising and influence decisions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES - * Ability to integrate the assortment optimization process into SOP for Merchandising * Create partners with all levels of organization, including EVP, SVP's, MVP's, GPMs, Visual Merchants, Plan-o-gramming, and Senior Executives * Acts with urgency; is decisive and action-oriented; sets aggressive goals and achieves them; creates accountability * Has a passion for exellence; provides the highest quality results to meet customers' need. * Effectively prioritizes multiple demands; adjust to change quickly; works constructively under stress * Works across organizational boundaries; shares information; build effective partnerships throughout the business]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Manager-Merchandising-&-Operations-Planning-Analysis-(_number-62969)-Job/674388/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Manager-Merchandising-&-Operations-Planning-Analysis-(_number-62969)-Job/674388/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Position Detail Sr. Manager, Asset Protection Atlanta, GA Date: 10/06/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Loss Prevention
Type: Full-time
Travel: 50-75%

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE Drive the cross-functional integration of Loss Prevention methodology and practices into Store Operations focusing on reducing shrink/theft/fraud through process improvement. Play a substantial role in the development of all Loss Prevention SOAR strategies across the enterprise.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES * Use high-level strategic thinking to identify, develop and implement new and effective processes and programs that will reduce the company's exposure to shrink / theft/fraud. * Successfully integrate with Store Operations to ensure proactive approaches for shrink/theft/fraud reduction are taken within the development of new company initiatives. * Prepare and deliver high-level insights, recommendations and communications based on multiple analyses of industry/business data, competitive landscape and institutional research regarding shrink / theft / fraud. * Assist in collaborating findings from data and making high-level verbal/written recommendations and pitches to upper management regarding shrink / theft / fraud reducing measures and practices.

NATURE AND SCOPE * This position has no direct reports. * Reports to Dir Loss Prevention

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS Must meet many, simultaneous demands for important decisions/actions and face some confrontations or other difficult situations and demands for results. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check

EDUCATION REQUIRED 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.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE 6 Years
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES

PHYSICAL JOB 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.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES * Strong understanding of Loss Prevention, Operations and/or field knowledge * Proven track record in managing projects * Ability to influence others cross-functionally * Strong qualitative, quantitative, analytic and business accumen skills * Strong written/oral communications skills]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Sr_-Manager,-Asset-Protection-(_number-62681)-Job/642886/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Sr_-Manager,-Asset-Protection-(_number-62681)-Job/642886/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Position Detail Web Merchandising Manager Atlanta, GA Date: 10/02/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: E-Commerce
Type: Full-time
Travel: None

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE - The Web Merchandising Manager is responsible for developing the online positioning for their respective Home Depot merchandising departments. The person in this position acts as a liaison between the merchants and the online marketing and creative teams, communicating and prioritizing business needs for the categories they support. They are to be focused on driving sales and profitability, while ensuring that the experience of the external customer is enhanced and consistent with the THD brand and its overall online environment. The Web Merchandising Manager will be charged with collection, socialization and implementation of the established merchandising strategies for their departments. This includes annual, quarterly and monthly events and marketing plans to support the merchandise business objectives. This person will be charged with leveraging homedepot.com and the online marketing channels to increase key category and website metrics including store and online sales, store and online traffic, engagement, etc.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - * 20% Act as the online subject matter expert for their departments and as the lead point of contact for Direct Fulfillment Merchants, communicating with merchandise departments on consistent basis * 10% Set, manage and communicate the departmental objectives for homedepot.com, promotions and product launch plans to a cross-functional team - including internal partners in Print, Signage, Merchandise Marketing, IT, Creative, Merchandising, Operations, Analytics, etc. * 10% Maintain an online merchandising and marketing calendar with key launches and programs * 10% Work with Internet Marketing Program Managers (search, affiliate, email etc) to develop appropriate landing pages to increase online sales * 10% Work with the Content team to develop specialty interest areas developed to enhance the shopper experience and create return traffic, and increase sales driven online and in store * 10% Analyze effectiveness of marketing programs against target metrics. Report results to senior leadership and make recommendations to optimize campaign effectiveness. * 10% Conduct competitive benchmarking for merchandise categories * 20% Act as the resident subject matter expert with regard to specific interactive marketing best practices, industry standards, department analytics and legal requirements

NATURE AND SCOPE - * Reports to Director - Interactive Merchandising * Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. Planning, monitoring and reviewing work of subordinates is required. This may include direct supervision of a shift or the coordination of multiple work groups. Makes recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED - * 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.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 5

PHYSICAL JOB 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - * 7 years of retail marketing experience, communication experience associated with a national-level retailer * Deep knowledge of multi-channel marketing strategies, channels, technologies, principles, and processes * Demonstrated ability in the full-lifecycle of marketing initiative management and integrated marketing campaigns * E-commerce knowledge and experience (principles, best practices, and tools) * Strong analytical skills with demonstrated financial and business planning skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES - * Strong leadership abilities and experience in managing cross-functional work relationships * Detail-Oriented; ability to manage multiple requests and follow up on others to ensure things get done * Excellent strategic and creative skills * Influential; practiced in negotiating with others in ways that result in win-win outcomes]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Web-Merchandising-Manager-(_number-62630)-Job/640699/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Web-Merchandising-Manager-(_number-62630)-Job/640699/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Position Detail SR BUSINESS ANALYST - MERCHANDISING SERVICES Atlanta, GA Date: 10/02/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Merchandising
Type: Full-time
Travel: 0-25%

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE A Senior Business Analyst on the Merchandising Services team manages dynamic projects. He/she identifies and analyzes multiple components of a problem, draws conclusions, and leads initiatives for the Merchandising Services. The Senior Business Analyst is responsible for all aspects of project management, from inception to completion. The Sr. Business Analyst contributes in a lead role to the Sr. Management team in the evaluation, design, development and implementation of standardized reporting and business processes. The Sr. Business Analyst will handle all aspects of project management from inception to completion. The Sr. Business Analyst will have primary responsibility for the development and maintenance of business strategies, dashboards for projects, initiatives and/or categories. The Sr. Business Analyst will act as a strategic thought partner on issues facing the business.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES * 50% Lead all phases of a project's life cycle including defining the business need, establishing criteria and business requirements, understanding the impact to the business and designing and rolling out the project * 25% Serve as a subject matter expert and perform research and/or analysis within assigned projects or category of business * 25% Establish and report on metrics of assigned projects or categories to gauge business value

NATURE AND SCOPE * Typically reports to Manager/Sr. Manager

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS * Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. * Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED 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.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 3

PHYSICAL JOB 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Consulting and/or project management experience in a corporate environment; PMP certification a plus * Strong retail, services and/or field knowledge

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES * Strong project management skills, including strong process orientation, ability to work and lead cross functional teams, strategic thinking and creative problem solving skills. * Ability to establish priorities and procedures for accomplishing work within established deadlines; ability to lead multiple projects and manage toward deadlines and deliverables * Strong communication and presentation skills, including ability to interact at Officer level; ability to negotiate and persuade * Proven success in increasing management roles handling multiple projects with competing deadlines. * Ability to assimilate extensive amounts of detailed data, analyze and summarize vast amounts of information as well as understand all of the detail supporting the analysis.]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/SR-BUSINESS-ANALYST-MERCHANDISING-SERVICES-(_number-62637)-Job/640706/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/SR-BUSINESS-ANALYST-MERCHANDISING-SERVICES-(_number-62637)-Job/640706/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Position Detail Sr Merchandise Analyst Atlanta, GA Date: 10/29/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Logistics/Supply Chain/Import
Type: Full-time
Travel: None

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE Provide financial decision support for Merchandising. Any significant Merchandising decision requires financial screening to understand whether the decision is accretive or dilutive to earnings. This decision support requires knowledge of systems, finance, retail accounting and the merchandising category under review. The knowledge of systems is required to mine data and create spreadsheets to support analysis of the decision. The knowledge of finance is required to understand which financial elements should be reviewed and their impact to earnings. Retail accounting is the method used to calculate gross margin for Home Depot. This knowledge is required to accurately value the financial elements impacting earnings. The knowledge of the merchandising category is required to communicate with the Merchants in order to understand the approach for financial analysis. This individual should be the MVP's partner in making decisions with a financial impact. Contibutes expertise across all functional busines units.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES * Mining data for all analysis * Creating financial spreadsheets for ad hoc analysis * Preparing analysis and presentations to support stat meeting reviews * SOAR and Financial Planning for the department * Supporting vendor negotiations and Product Line Reviews * Weekly IMU and markdown management * Interfacing with Merchants * Special projects

NATURE AND SCOPE * Typically reports to Sr Manager or Director. * This position has no direct reports.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS * Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. * Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Minimum Qualifications * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED 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.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE- 3
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES

PHYSICAL JOB 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.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES * Advanced computer skills required to manipulate data and report information * Financial analysis skills * Retail accounting knowledge * Presentation skills * Merchandising/Product knowledge * Ability to understand Merchandising and influence decisions]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Sr-Merchandise-Analyst-(_number-62869)-Job/662781/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Sr-Merchandise-Analyst-(_number-62869)-Job/662781/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS