Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc. is Hiring a Data Analyst - Inventory Near Calabasas, CA
The Data Analyst is responsible for using strong analytical skills to present data in report form to various levels of management. The Data Analyst uses a variety of data sources to blend and join data for efficient delivery. A typical day involves the collection, aggregation and evaluation of data – and you do that by leveraging advanced visualization techniques with in Python or R as well as SQL. The position requires maintenance of the central database to ensure it is up to date. Continuous improvement is a must on all central systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
Extract data from various systems and generate daily reports to be utilized by the management team; Consolidate several large sets of data into databases.
Apply analytic methodologies to business operations data to provide business insight and enterprise performance analysis.
Translate business needs into solutions by gathering requirements and communicating those for development; Maintain close working relationship with other departments in and out of inventory for the purposes of collaboration on new projects or process improvement through support and leadership.
Create and maintain forecasts, ad-hoc reports and dashboards in support of the business
Develop new reports and analyses, along with insights and deliverables, to various levels of management, to better support the business
Ensure data accuracy and create ad hoc reports.
Gather, extract, manipulate, analyze and model data using analytical and statistical tools.
Improve the central SQL database through the removal of obsolete items and efficiency testing.
Establish production level code on all key processes with complete documentation
Perform quality work within deadlines, managing multiple projects simultaneously
Assist with training temporary and permanent resources added to the team in current programs and business organization.
Assist with training other departments on new tools and procedures.
Prepare baseline schedules, obtains required approvals, and drive process to completion
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other associates.
Participate in project meetings; summarize system improvements, security concerns, glitches and performance with leaders from other departments.
Performs other duties as assigned
Regular attendance is required as an essential job function
Scope (Required)
Staff supervision and development — No
Decision making-
Resolves problems and provides data for decision support
Negotiates on behalf of management
Provides consultation or expert advice
Travel – minimal 5% max
Location— Remote
Requirements
Education (Required)
Bachelor's degrees in Computer Science, Economics/Finance, Logistics/Supply Chain, Or Math, Statistics or related field OR equivalent combination of experience.
Experience (Required)
3 years Inventory, or retail management experience preferred
Experience analyzing and profiling data, data modeling and performing report testing in SQL and Python or R programming
Experience visualizing data utilizing Tableau or Power BI
Technical writing
Understanding of retail forecasting
Confident problem solver
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Manage and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Applications with advanced Excel skills
Filemaker experience a plus
Have a strong understanding of project and problem management, and can promote open communication among teams to ensure collaboration.
Skills (Preferred / Desired)
Level of language needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
High level of mathematical and computer skills needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties.
Level of reasoning skills needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Physical Requirements General office environment requiring ability to:
stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time
speak and listen to others in person and over the phone
use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports
Lift up to 15 lbs.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $64,900– $97,300 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.
About Harbor Freight Tools
We’re a family-owned business with over 45 years as a national tool retailer, and with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth potential of a start-up. We are a $7 billion company with over 1,450 stores in 48 states, 27,000 Associates, and one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country.