Senior, Data Analyst - Transportation Continuous Improvement

Jobtailor; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Performance bonus

Job summary

Walmart is looking for a Senior Data Analyst to leverage expertise in data sourcing and analytics to provide actionable insights. The analyst will translate complex challenges into data solutions and collaborate with teams to ensure data integrity and efficiency.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, health coverage, and generous paid time off. Candidates should have a strong understanding of data analysis and visualization tools, with at least a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of data source identification.
• Strong understanding of business domains and metrics.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and techniques.
• Experience with data quality management frameworks.
• Ability to apply advanced exploratory data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess appropriate data sources aligned with business requirements.
• Perform initial data quality checks to ensure accuracy.
• Translate complex business problems into data-driven solutions.
• Develop and present clear data visualizations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data strategies.

Skills

Data sourcing

Statistical techniques

Data visualization

Data quality management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in a related field

4 years' experience in data-related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Role Summary

As a Senior Data Analyst, you will leverage deep expertise in data sourcing, quality management, and advanced analytics to deliver actionable business insights. This role requires translating complex business challenges into data-driven solutions, applying statistical techniques, and developing compelling visualizations to influence decision-making. You will collaborate across functions to align data strategy with organizational goals, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Your contributions will support continuous improvement initiatives and drive measurable value, fostering informed strategies that enhance operational efficiency and business performance within a dynamic environment.

About the Team

The Transportation Continuous Improvement team focuses on identifying loss areas through detailed analytics and leading process enhancements using lean methodologies. This team collaborates across functions to develop, implement, and control improvements that drive operational efficiency. Members apply advanced data analysis, visualization, and quality management techniques to support business decisions and optimize transportation processes. The team values clear communication, strategic problem‑solving, and continuous improvement to deliver measurable results. It fosters a professional environment where expertise in data‑driven insights and process optimization contributes to achieving organizational goals and enhancing overall performance.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and assess appropriate data sources aligned with business requirements and quality standards.

• Perform initial data quality checks and manage data cleansing activities to ensure accuracy and reliability.

• Translate complex business problems into data‑driven solutions using advanced analytical methods and tools.

• Develop and present clear data visualizations tailored to stakeholder needs, supporting informed decision‑making.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align data strategies with organizational goals and business contexts.

• Monitor and maintain data quality metrics, ensuring compliance with governance policies and service level agreements.

• Mentor junior analysts on data analysis techniques, visualization best practices, and quality management processes.

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive knowledge of data source identification, including database technologies such as SQL and data quality assessment techniques.

• Strong understanding of business domains, metrics, and processes to translate requirements into actionable data solutions.

• Proficiency in data visualization tools and techniques to effectively communicate insights to stakeholders.

• Experience with data quality management frameworks, data governance, and regulatory compliance related to data privacy and security.

• Ability to apply advanced exploratory data analysis and statistical methods using tools like Python and SQL.

• Proven capability to collaborate cross‑functionally and deliver data‑driven business recommendations aligned with strategic goals.

Benefits

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 (https://one.walmart.com/).

Annual Salary Range

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00. 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 2 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. Option 3: 4 years’ experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, 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, data analysis, statistics, or related field, Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field, 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)

Primary Location

805 Respect, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Workplace Policy

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have a no‑tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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, abilities, ideas and opinions‑while being inclusive of all people.