Director, Data Analytics

ODAIA; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent analytics firm seeks a Director of Advanced Analytics in Mississauga. This strategic role focuses on leading data science and analytics teams and driving data-driven decisions to enhance capabilities. Candidates should have over 10 years of retail experience, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. If you're passionate about innovation in analytics, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of retail experience, preferably in a large organization.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive data-driven decisions to unlock new capabilities.
• Lead teams to analyze critical data sets.
• Build partnerships across functions to maximize business value.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Leadership in cross-functional teams

Knowledge of Microsoft Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, operations, or psychology

MBA

Tools

Salesforce

Tableau

Job description

Position Summary

The Director, Advanced Analytics is a strategic leader focused on building new data visualization and analytic capabilities that power Walmart’s Connect Sales Team. This highly visible role will lead two business‑critical domains: Data Science and Data Analytics. This opportunity will drive thought leadership, prototype innovation, and change management to ensure internal teams have the data and analytics resources they need to analyze and drive their businesses forward. The role works with key partners in Sales, Business Operations, Revenue Operations, Product, and Engineering.

What You’ll Do

• Direct and empower team to analyze critical data sets that drive the development of new capabilities, enable innovative functionalities, and resolve business‑critical issues with strategic impact.
• Own and improve sales forecasting and planning.
• Lead a team that creates new data modeling and algorithms to help us better understand where our business is going to drive growth and give our sales team the tools to be proactive.
• Collect and analyze large datasets from various sources, ensuring data is accurate, relevant, and up‑to‑date.
• Transform complex data into easy‑to‑understand formats such as dashboards, reports, and visualizations that provide actionable insights for end users; identify key trends, patterns, and opportunities that can drive sales performance and strategic decision‑making.
• Adopt and enforce data governance standards and guidelines to drive information consistency.

Collaboration

• Partner with functional leadership and other cross‑functional leaders across the organization to develop consultative solutions.
• Ensure buy‑in for recommendations and alignment on data analysis strategies.
• Maintain existing relationships and develop new relationships with external business partners and vendors.

People Development

• Drive continuous development through coaching, mentoring, and targeted learning to build high‑performing teams.
• Shape future capabilities by identifying emerging skills, supporting succession planning, and leveraging diverse talent.
• Strengthen impact through strategic partnerships and networks that enhance workforce engagement and business outcomes.

Strategic Leadership

• Analyze business objectives and customer needs to develop and implement business strategies, plans, and practices.
• Evaluate operational processes and measure outcomes to ensure desired results.
• Identify and capitalize on improvement opportunities.
• Promote a customer‑focused environment and demonstrate adaptability and continuous learning.
• Drive adoption of dashboards in the sales organization by enabling self‑service and empowering teams with training and support.

You’re a Fit When…

• Bring a strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Have experience leading cross‑functional teams through change, innovation, or capability development.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to inform strategy and decision‑making.

You Make an Impact By…

• Driving data‑driven decisions that unlock new capabilities and resolve business‑critical challenges.
• Empowering your team through mentorship, skill development, and clear strategic direction.
• Building strong partnerships across functions to accelerate delivery and maximize business value.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, or psychology.
• 10+ years of retail experience (preferably at a large organization in a highly cross‑functional role).
• 5+ years’ experience being a people leader.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Tools and Systems.
• Desire to work in a fast‑paced environment across multiple domains.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA.
• Experience with Salesforce, Tableau, or other enterprise dashboard/data systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in and across large cross‑functional organizations.
• Strong executive presence.
• Experience with newer automation and AI tools.

Primary Location

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