Sr Analyst, Merch Planning

Position Purpose The Senior Analyst, Fulfillment Strategy supports the integration of AI-driven fulfillment solutions, with a focus on optimizing product assortment and improving delivery speed. This role contributes to high-priority fulfillment initiatives by providing strategic insights, evaluating performance, and helping shape recommendations that drive business outcomes. The analyst partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders and Online Merchants to translate complex data and AI-driven insights into actionable recommendations, influencing key decisions across the organization. This position plays a critical role in evaluating fulfillment models through the lens of new technologies, identifying opportunities to optimize product assortment decisions and delivery speed. Through a combination of analytical rigor and strategic thinking, the role helps align stakeholder priorities to drive the successful rollout of new solutions. Key Responsibilities 30% Partner with Merchandise Planning Managers and Online Merchants to analyze business drivers, provide insightful assessments and execute strategies to achieve business objectives. 40% Track and measure business performance via execution of key daily, weekly and monthly reporting; seek out opportunities to continuously improve reporting efforts. 30% Contribute to projects and new initiatives with further strategic business objectives. Direct Manager / Direct Reports Position reports to Sr Manager, Merchandise Planning-Online 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. No travel required Minimum Qualifications Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications Experience in fulfillment, supply chain, logistics, product, or operations strategy Background in e-commerce, retail, or operational analytics with experience analyzing online performance Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, acting as a liaison between technical teams and business leadership to drive alignment Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and their practical applications in a retail or supply chain environment Strong analytical capabilities with proficiency in Excel Proficiency in BigQuery or comparable database Ability to navigate ambiguity, synthesize complex information, and identify actionable insights Self-starter with strong ownership mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities 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 4 Preferred Years of Work Experience No additional years of experience Minimum Leadership Experience None Preferred Leadership Experience None Certifications None Competencies Action Oriented Collaborates Drives Engagement Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Drives Results Manages Conflict #J-18808-Ljbffr The Home Depot