Reporting to the Senior Director, International Strategic Sourcing, the position of Director, Data Analytics and Insights objectives are to lead the development and execution of a data strategy that aims to provide reporting and actionable insights to a variety of stakeholders. The position offers a unique experience within retail due to the high degree of interaction with International Market Leadership, supporting 24 International Markets to drive greater SG&A leverage, collaboration and sharing of best practice.
This position is responsible for the operation of all analytics and quantitative data within the Domestic Global Procurement and International Strategic Sourcing team, including the development of reporting tools, extracting insights from data, upskilling associates and more.
What you'll do
Tech Problem Formulation: Analyze and recommend solutions to business problems using analytics and automation techniques.
Data Source Identification: Identify and ensure the quality of business data sources required for analysis.
Data Strategy: Develop and apply data strategies to solve complex business problems.
Exploratory Data Analysis: Utilize relevant tools and techniques to analyze data and provide insights.
Data Quality Management: Implement and monitor data quality strategies to ensure data is fit for purpose.
Understanding Business Context: Develop business strategies and drive impactful initiatives with executive leaders.
Data Visualization: Create compelling visual representations of data to communicate insights effectively. Develop Partnerships: Lead community outreach initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve business goals.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the development of a data strategy that focuses on the increased adoption of data by sourcing teams across all of Walmart's International markets. Responsible also for translating this strategy into an achievable roadmap of tools, products, process improvements and more while also managing its effective delivery, navigating the various technology, legal, cybersecurity and other processes within Walmart.
Build a strong foundation for the delivery of the data strategy through product management of a new datalake, which will hold data from all internal and external procurement sources that are currently used and those on the roadmap to be used. This will involve requirements gathering, prioritization of data sources, navigating Walmart processes and more.
Assisting in the improvement of data literacy of sourcing associates through the development and presentation of training materials that specifically relate to Walmart data and the various sourcing processes the COE provides. Specifically, this would look at providing training on where sourcing data (both internal and third party) is stored, how they can access it and tools and techniques that can be used to uncover insights to improve how data is used throughout the sourcing process.
Identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements to sourcing processes, through the use of various tools including stakeholder interviews, data analytics, time-in-motion studies and others. Working with the Technology team to develop and implement solutions for these improvements using tools such as RPA.
Further developing relationships with sourcing associates, COE and ISM leads in each market to uncover and understand challenges they may be experiencing that hinder them from using data more widely throughout the 7 step, category strategy, pipeline development, SRM or other processes. Using this information to then inform the data roadmap with the express focus of further embedding data into our work.
Identify and develop use cases for advanced and predictive analytics, involving innovative thinking by taking multiple data sources to address a valuable business proposition. For example, utilizing commodity price forecasts with an understanding of key material inputs of an item to be sourced, to make a decision on whether the planned sourcing timeline should be brought forward or pushed back, based on whether the price forecasts show an increase or decrease.
Managing all aspects of data analytics tools that are developed under the roadmap, including scoping, timeline, resourcing, quality assurance, uptime and more. Tools developed include but are not limited to; visualization dashboards in PowerBI, automated reporting suites, total cost of ownership models and more.
Develop facilitation and presentation materials that are clear and effective to communicate objectives and their value proposition to cross functional stakeholders.
Be continuously looking at opportunities both in the third party market place and also internally within Walmart, to access new sources of data to supplement or benchmark existing work, or to expand into new areas.
You'll Sweep Us Off Our Feet If:
You are proficient in programming languages like SQL and Python/R, Data processing and BI visualization tools (Dataiku, Tableau Prep, Tableau, Power BI, Figma).
You have a strong customer mindset, love taking ownership to solve business challenges, and enjoy continually learning through experimentation.
You have experience working in a cross-functional environment, managing, and communicating with stakeholders from different domain areas.
You have rich experience in customer insights, analytics, or related areas.
Competencies
This position requires advanced experience in data analytics and visualization tools, including but not limited to - Advanced Microsoft Excel (complex formulas, VBA macros), Python (pandas, numpy and other statistics modules), SQL, Python (writing complex queries), PowerBI dashboard development, Figma.
Qualifications
5-7 years' experience in business analytics
Technical expertise in data mining (SQL, Google BQ, Hadoop) and statistical analysis (R or similar)
Technical expertise in using data visualization (Tableau, Power BI, Looker, MS Excel) to derive powerful insights and facilitate tracking and measurement of KPIs
Experience in forecasting and statistical analysis
Excellent communication skills
Conducting written and verbal presentation to share insights and recommendations to audiences of varying levels of technical sophistication
Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks
Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent, promotes an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others' contributions and accomplishments
Analytics - Big Data, Data Analysis and Insights, Statistical Programming Language
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Statistics, or related field OR 2 years' experience in data analytics, project management, business, or relevant area
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.
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.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
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. 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.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
- Stock
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Arts, Finance or related field and 5 years' experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field. Option 2: Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 3 years' experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field. Option 3: 7 years' experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field. 2 years' supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Data science, data analysis, statistics, or related field, PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, Related industry experience (for example, retail, merchandising, healthcare, eCommerce), Successful completion of assessments in data analysis and Business Intelligence tools and scripting languages (for example, SQL, Python, Spark, Scala, R, Power BI, or Tableau), Supervisory experience
Primary Location...
701 S. Walton Blvd., Bentonville, AR 72716-6209, United States of America
About Walmart
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?
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