Julia Buerger

Senior Director of Operations

Professional Overview
Julia Buerger is a seasoned operations executive with over 15 years of experience in the retail and consumer goods industries. As the Senior Director of Operations at The Home Depot, she is responsible for leading the strategic oversight and optimization of the company's nationwide operations, driving efficiency and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role as Senior Director of Operations at The Home Depot, Julia oversees a team of 250+ professionals and manages a multi-million dollar budget. She is responsible for developing and implementing innovative operational strategies, optimizing workflows, and ensuring seamless execution across the organization's supply chain, distribution centers, and store operations. Under her leadership, The Home Depot has achieved significant improvements in operational metrics, including a 12% reduction in inventory costs and a 15% increase in on-time delivery rates.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Julia held various leadership positions at The Home Depot, including Senior Merchant for the MOVE, Store, and Organize business units, as well as Merchant for the Paint category. She played a crucial role in driving category growth and implementing successful merchandising strategies that contributed to the company's overall performance. Before joining The Home Depot, Julia co-founded and owned Atlanta Mom, a successful local parenting publication, and held sales and account management roles at Case-Mate and Newell Rubbermaid, where she demonstrated her ability to drive business growth and strengthen customer relationships.

Academic Background
Julia holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from the University of Georgia, where she graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Retail operations management

• Supply chain optimization

• Inventory and logistics management

• Strategic planning and execution

• Cross-functional team leadership

• Data-driven decision making

Professional Impact
Under Julia's leadership, The Home Depot has achieved significant operational improvements, including a 12% reduction in inventory costs, a 15% increase in on-time delivery rates, and a 9% improvement in customer satisfaction scores. She has also spearheaded the successful implementation of a new warehouse management system, which has enhanced the company's inventory visibility and distribution efficiency.

Conclusion
With her extensive experience, proven track record of success, and strategic mindset, Julia Buerger is a highly respected operations executive who continues to drive impactful changes and deliver exceptional results for The Home Depot. Her deep industry knowledge, strong leadership capabilities, and commitment to operational excellence make her a valuable asset to the organization.