Business Analyst - Home Depot at Spring Valley – Atlanta, Georgia

Spring Valley USA (SV) is a family of business that covers several different sectors including fertilizers, logistical assets, lawn and garden retail business, as well as ice melt products. Rooted in industry traditions, our business is grounded in excellent service. The IOC/SV family of companies is always growing. At the same time, our unique entrepreneurial spirit propels the scope of our capabilities while offering our highly valued employees the opportunity to grow, develop and showcase their individual talents. We are seeking a Business Analyst to join our Retail/Consumer Division to focus on our Home Depot retail account.

The Business Analyst is responsible for supporting Spring Valley’s retail business, dedicated to our Home Depot account by driving data analysis, inventory optimization, forecasting, and operational coordination.

This role serves as a central link between sales, supply chain & order fulfillment, production, logistics, and retail partners. The position ensures accurate item setup, reporting, and order flow while maintaining strong in-stock performance and supporting sales growth across both eCommerce and brick-and-mortar channels. The ideal candidate combines analytical expertise, ERP/system proficiency, and hands-on coordination with internal teams and external retail partners.

Core Responsibilities:

Analysis and Planning:

• Analyze POS, inventory, and sales data (daily/weekly/monthly) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve in-stock performance and sales
• Maintain and develop multi-year sales and inventory databases to support forecasting, reporting, and line reviews
• Monitor and respond to retailer scorecards (fill rate, on-time shipments), researching discrepancies and coordinating resolutions with internal teams
• Support Account Managers with reporting, presentations, and line review preparation
• Coordinate with merchant planners on assortment planning, new item setups, and promotional activity

• Run and analyze key reports including:
  • POS, inventory, and open orders
  • Forecasting and sales projections
  • Supplier analytics and retailer scorecards
• Utilize and maintain proficiency in systems including:
  • ERP system (internal company system)
  • Home Depot Supplier Hub, Vendor Drill, and SOUF (Sales Out of Units File) reporting
  • Dashboards / reporting tools
• Maintain accurate item data across all platforms, ensuring synchronization between internal systems and retailer portals
• Generate ad hoc reporting for leadership, sales teams, and operations as needed

• Manage end-to-end item setup for new and existing products across HD.com brick-and-mortar store systems
• Ensure accurate product data including UPCs, descriptions, packaging, and marketing content
• Maintain ongoing item updates and data synchronization across retailer systems and internal ERP
• Monitor online product listings for accuracy, content quality, and customer feedback

• Develop and support annual and seasonal forecasts using historical data, trends, and retailer input
• Monitor inventory levels across stores and distribution centers to maintain in-stock targets and avoid overstocks
• Analyze on-hand, on-order, and sales trends to proactively identify supply risks or opportunities
• Coordinate closely with production, distribution, and logistics teams on:
  • Order flow and fulfillment
  • Truckload optimization and shipment timing
  • Purchase order management and adjustments
• Support promotional planning, including ad events and seasonal inventory builds

• Act as a liaison between customer service, purchasing, production, and logistics teams
• Assist with order issues, customer inquiries, and purchase order discrepancies
• Coordinate merchandise returns and deduction/dispute resolution with accounting
• Monitor daily order activity and provide recaps and insights to internal stakeholders
• Maintain a rolling calendar of reporting, seasonal initiatives, and key deadlines

• Consolidate POS and inventory data across major retailers to track performance against company goals
• Support KPI reporting including:
  • In-stock percentages
  • Inventory turns
  • Sell-through and ROI
  • Sales vs. forecast and prior year comparisons
• Assist in developing dashboards and reporting tools for leadership and sales teams
• Provide post-promotional and marketing performance analysis

• Travel periodically to Spring Valley offices, retail locations, and production facilities
• Visit manufacturing sites to gain a strong understanding of products and processes
• Attend line reviews and retail meetings (if in the Atlanta/Georgia area when applicable)

Skills & Qualifications:

• Advanced Excel skills required; experience with reporting and data analysis tools
• Experience with ERP systems and retail portals
• Familiarity with Supplier Hub, Vendor Drill, SOUF reporting, Vendor Dart, or similar platforms strongly preferred
• Understanding of retail math (inventory turns, sell-through, ROI, forecasting)
• Experience with EDI, item data synchronization, and eCommerce platforms
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing and retail environment

Preferred Experience

• Background in Lawn & garden consumer goods, HR Dept 28, retail agricultural/fertilizer industry
• Experience supporting big-box retail accounts
• Exposure to supply chain, logistics, or production coordination