Kristy Ward
Cumming,GA
Summary
Results-driven Senior Analyst with extensive experience at Newell Brands, specializing in Python and SQL automation to streamline reporting and enhance decision-making. Adept at translating complex technical concepts for business stakeholders, while ensuring alignment with technical teams. Proven success in developing impactful dashboards, leading cross-functional initiatives, and fostering collaboration to drive strategic outcomes. Skilled in managing projects, communicating effectively across all levels, and delivering high-stakes presentations that influence business results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Analyst
Newell Brands
09.2024 - Current
- Develop and optimize Python scripts for automated reporting, reducing manual effort by up to 95% and saving approximately nine hours weekly across the Sales Analytics team
- Design and implement dashboards (e.g., Glimmer Scorecard, Innovation Tracker) for cross-functional teams, enabling real-time access to sales, promotion, and innovation metrics
- Led forecasting innovation initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to establish Target Margin Models and Ladders for all business units (excluding Baby), improving accuracy and planning efficiency
- Conduct training sessions for new hires, ensuring proficiency in data analysis tools
Data Translator & Insights Analyst
Newell Brands
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Built and deployed Python scripts to automate reporting, manipulate large datasets, and streamline Excel-based tools, laying the groundwork for enterprise-wide efficiency gains
- Created dashboards and visualizations to support sales, marketing, and executive leadership—covering areas like machine learning forecasts, market mix modeling, and ROI analysis
- Delivered high-impact presentations shared by the VP of Analytics, driving alignment around the 2025 business strategy
- Spearheaded the Item Level Forecasting standardization project, leading data gathering, tool development, and end-user training
Business Intelligence Analyst
Home Depot
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Wrote complex SQL queries to manipulate, clean, and validate data
- Managed weekly meetings with internal and external teams, focusing on areas for improvement with metrics, efficiency, and cost analysis
- Created a cohesive and integrative Tableau dashboard for multiple teams and upper management, used for easy access to metrics, savings analysis, regional mappings, trends, etc
- Served as project manager for savings projects, resulting in over $10 million in savings
Supply Chain Analyst
Home Depot
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Fulfilled and tracked ticketing requests from customers, including lead time analysis
- Introduced and managed automation projects to increase productivity, improve customer satisfaction, and reduce manual workloads
- Lead weekly meetings with external teams to track satisfaction and locate areas of opportunity
Education
BBA - Business Management & Analytics
University of Georgia
Athens12.2021
Skills
- Power BI
- Python
- SQL
- Tableau
- Azure
- MS Excel
Core Competencies
- Critical Thinking
- Dashboard Development
- Data Cleaning
- Effective Communication
- Project Management
Certification
Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Accomplishments
- Recognized with the Q2 Target Bullseye Award for excellence in analytics support, collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Timeline
Senior Analyst
Newell Brands
09.2024 - Current
Data Translator & Insights Analyst
Newell Brands
10.2023 - 09.2024
Business Intelligence Analyst
Home Depot
05.2022 - 10.2023
Supply Chain Analyst
Home Depot
01.2022 - 05.2022
BBA - Business Management & Analytics
University of Georgia
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