HR Analytics Analyst

The Home Depot • GEORGIA - VIRTUAL - GA01, GA

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About The Position

The HR Analytics Analyst takes a consultative role with internal HR clients to identify strategic information needs, conduct data and process analyses, provide actionable recommendations, and manage and execute analytical projects that support the organization's strategic objectives. The role analyzes Home Depot HR, Payroll, and related business data and processes; coordinates analytical tools, technology, and business solutions; and creates dashboards, reports, presentations, and visual aids to inform HR clients and business leaders. The analyst also raises awareness of available analytical tools and techniques and the strategic use of HR information assets.

The position typically reports to the Sr. Manager of HR Services, and no associates report to it on a permanent basis. Overnight travel is typically less than 10% of the time. Work takes place in a comfortable indoor area, with most time spent sitting and frequent opportunities to move about; occasional light lifting or moving may be required.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a field of study related to the job, or the knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through completion of such a program.
• At least 2 years of work experience.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to assimilate extensive data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Quantitative reasoning skills, including the ability to work with numbers and summarize data graphically or in tables.
• Project management experience, consulting, and facilitation skills.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop effective business relationships and build consensus.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to explain and discuss analyses to support fact-based decisions at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of HR and Payroll processes and supporting systems.
• Sound business judgment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues and effectively manage risks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with statistical analysis and modeling of business data, preferably in HR, Payroll, Benefits, and Finance within a retail or large service-based organization.
• Six Sigma training and certification, with practical experience applying Six Sigma techniques in formal business projects.
• Experience with statistical analysis software such as SAS, Minitab, or JMP.
• Experience designing business reports, dashboards, and graphical presentations that convey analytical concepts.
• Advanced-level Excel and PowerPoint skills, including spreadsheet analytics for developing presentations.
• Experience with Microsoft Access or similar relational databases; SQL skills are beneficial.
• Experience with business data modeling, data warehousing, and data mining techniques.
• Familiarity or experience with MicroStrategy or other BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze HR, Payroll, and related business data and processes to identify trends, determine root causes, and recommend solutions that support effective business decisions.
• Coordinate the design, development, and implementation of analytical tools, technology, and business solutions that improve HR and business decisions and operational efficiency.
• Gather functional requirements, maintain documentation, and develop project plans and status reports for analytics projects and the development activities of IT and HR Services support staff.
• Design and develop dashboards, reports, presentations, and visual aids to educate, inform, and influence HR clients and business leaders.
• Educate business leaders and internal HR clients about available analytical tools and techniques and opportunities to use Home Depot's HR information assets strategically.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level