Project Planning Analyst

Home Depot • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The ISE Analyst Project Planning manages the detailed planning strategy, scope, and implementation plans for projects that directly impact customers’ shopping experiences in Home Depot stores. The role partners with multifunctional teams of approximately 10–15 people from across the enterprise and uses project management, communication, presentation, and creative problem-solving skills to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.

The position reports to the Senior Manager of Merchandising Services Projects and has no direct reports. It typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time. Work is performed in a comfortable indoor area, with most time spent sitting and frequent opportunities to move about; only rare movement or lifting of light articles may be needed.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• At least 2 years of work experience.
• The knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
• Highly organized.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to multitask and handle competing priorities.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience effectively managing highly matrixed, complex projects.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Partner with multiple cross-functional, cross-company project teams of 10 or more people.
• Assist merchants and suppliers in defining and articulating project strategy, objectives, scope, and business requirements.
• Think creatively and make recommendations about executing strategies and potential solutions.
• Ensure all impacted stakeholders are involved throughout the project lifecycle and secure execution resources.
• Communicate expectations, share information, and hold partners accountable.
• Resolve issues.

What This Job Offers

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