Data Analyst

Walmart Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail corporation in Canada is seeking a Data Analyst to transform raw data into actionable insights that support business strategies. The role involves analyzing complex data sets, developing dashboards, and providing clear recommendations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2+ years of experience in data analysis. Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI are essential. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in data analysis.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate data from various sources.
• Perform exploratory data analysis to uncover insights.
• Create visually compelling reports and dashboards.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Data visualization

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Python

R

Job description

About the Role

At Walmart Canada, data drives every decision we make to serve our customers better and innovate in retail. As a Data Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in transforming raw data into actionable insights that support business strategies across multiple departments.

Key Objectives

Analyze complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities. Provide clear, data-driven recommendations to support business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their data needs and deliver impactful solutions. Develop and maintain dashboards and reports that track key performance indicators (KPIs).

Responsibilities

Collect, clean, and validate data from various sources to ensure accuracy and reliability. Perform exploratory data analysis to uncover insights and support strategic initiatives. Create visually compelling reports and dashboards using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar. Work closely with business units to translate requirements into analytical solutions. Monitor data quality and troubleshoot data issues as they arise. Communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Stay current with industry trends and best practices in data analytics and visualization.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or a related field. 2+ years of professional experience in data analysis or a similar role. Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation. Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets. Familiarity with statistical analysis and programming languages like Python or R is a plus. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits package. Opportunities for career growth and professional development. Inclusive and collaborative work environment. Employee discounts and wellness programs. Work-life balance initiatives and flexible scheduling options.