Director, Data Science

Posted:
9/23/2024, 2:59:10 PM

Location(s):
Bentonville, Arkansas, United States ⋅ Arkansas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Data & Analytics

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

About E2E Data & Analytics, Center of Excellence

The E2E Data & Analytics team provides comprehensive analytical solutions, empowering our business customers to make data-driven decisions in areas such as Supply Chain, Store Operation, Last Mile Delivery, and Innovation & Transformation. We offer measurable value to all stakeholders by delivering accurate and actionable insights that stimulate growth, enhance efficiency, and guide strategic planning. We are dedicated to staying at the cutting edge of data & technology, constantly offering innovative solutions that enhance the experience for both associates and customers.

We are looking for a highly qualified Data Science Leader with experience in harnessing the value of predictive, prescriptive, and GenAI to deliver transformative business impact to join E2E Data & Analytics, Center of Excellence team. You will have an opportunity to lead a high-performing data science team to develop transformative analytical capabilities that empower our customers to make data-driven decisions. We will rely on you to expand our toolkit, enrich the strategic signal of our data, and grow a team that will use these core assets to drive efficiency and innovation, improve associate and customer experience across the entire E2E organization.

What You’ll Do

  • Supporting and driving long-term and short-term strategies for achieving business outcomes. Ability to frame strategies in the form of a business plan backed by financial models.

  • Partnering with cross-functional teams to identify business problems and opportunities.

  • Leading the data science team in delivering the state-of-the-art advanced analytical solutions.

  • Communicating effectively to all levels of the organization, including executives.

  • Fostering talent and leadership by attracting new team members to expand our team while creating a positive and supportive environment for our existing members to grow and excel.

What You’ll Bring

  • 10+ years of data scientist experience in delivering analytical insights and data-driven business strategies.

  • 5+ years of experience of building and leading high-performing domestic and multinational data science teams.  

  • You’re experienced with forecasting, machine learning, simulation and optimization, GenAI, etc.

  • You have strong implementation experience with at least one of the programming languages (Python, R, Java, C++, etc.)

  • You have strong hand-on skills in data wrangling and debugging complex SQL queries.

  • You have strong written and oral communication skills.

  • You excel at presenting analytical insights to partners and senior leadership.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process. 

About Walmart General/Not Function Specific

At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability—and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries—all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?

Benefits & Perks 

Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

Who We Are 

Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement.  From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$260,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 6 years' experience in an analytics related field.
Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 4 years' experience in an analytics related field.
Option 3: 8 years' experience in an analytics or related field

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Data science, machine learning, optimization models, PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, Successful completion of one or more assessments in Python, Spark, Scala, or R, Supervisory experience, Using open source frameworks (for example, scikit learn, tensorflow, torch), We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America