(USA) Distinguished, Data Scientist - Operations Research

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase

PTO

Educational assistance

Job summary

Walmart in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Distinguished Data Scientist to lead analytics initiatives across the supply chain. You will drive machine learning, optimization, and data visualization efforts, deliver actionable insights, and mentor a team to elevate data capabilities.

The role emphasizes data governance, deployment, and collaboration with business units to unlock value. The team focuses on long-term network planning, capacity, inventory, and capital investments, using Python, SQL,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 7 years’ experience in an analytics related field.
• Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years’ experience in an analytics related field.
• 9 years’ experience in an analytics or related field.
• 3 years’ supervisory experience.
• Data science, machine learning, optimization models, PhD in relevant fields or open-source frameworks experience (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex business problems using advanced data analytics, ML and optimization to identify root causes and recommend solutions.
• Develop and implement predictive models and optimization algorithms to support strategic initiatives.
• Design and deliver clear data visualizations and narratives for stakeholders to enable informed decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into scalable data strategies and technology solutions.
• Mentor team members on analytical methods, model validation, and best practices.
• Monitor deployed models to ensure accuracy, sustainability, and alignment with objectives.

Skills

Advanced data analysis

Machine learning

Causal inference

Mathematical optimization

Data visualization

Python

SQL

Mentoring

Model deployment

Data governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

9 years’ analytics experience

Job description

Position Summary...The Distinguished Data Scientist will lead advanced analytics initiatives to solve complex business challenges by leveraging machine learning, predictive modeling, optimization and data visualization techniques. This role requires deep expertise in data strategy, model development, and deployment to deliver actionable insights that drive measurable business impact. The successful candidate will collaborate across functions to translate business needs into innovative data solutions, mentor team members, and promote continuous improvement. This position demands a strong foundation in statistical and optimization methods, coding, and data governance to support Walmart’s strategic objectives and enhance decision-making capabilities.

About the team:

The Supply Chain Strategy team at Walmart leads long-term network planning through data-driven methods, advanced modeling, and cross-functional collaboration. They assess strategic locations, capacity, inventory flows, transportation, and capital investments. Partnering with Operations, Finance, and Technology, the team develops scalable analytical frameworks using Python, SQL, optimization, simulation, and AI. Their insights support enterprise decisions on asset strategy, capacity expansion, fulfillment design, and network evolution. The team’s unified modeling approach, FALCON, integrates multi-dimensional data to optimize customer value, market share, and capital deployment, enabling Walmart to enhance supply chain efficiency and deliver sustained business value.

What you’ll do

• Analyze complex business problems using advanced data analytics, machine learning and optimization techniques to identify root causes and recommend effective solutions.
• Develop and implement predictive models and optimization algorithms to support strategic business initiatives and improve operational outcomes.
• Design and deliver clear, impactful data visualizations and narratives tailored to stakeholder needs, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable data strategies and technology solutions.
• Mentor team members on analytical methods, model validation, and best practices to enhance overall data science capabilities.
• Monitor deployed models to ensure accuracy, sustainability, and alignment with business objectives.

What you’ll bring

• Extensive experience in advanced data analysis, machine learning, causal inference to solve complex business problems.
• Strong background and experience in mathematical optimization (such as mixed integer programming, greedy search and other heuristics)
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and techniques to create clear, impactful insights for stakeholders.
• Ability to translate business requirements into actionable analytics strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Skilled in coding languages such as Python and SQL for developing and testing analytical models.
• Proven capability to mentor teams and communicate complex data insights effectively.

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.

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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: Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 7 years’ experience in an analytics related field.

Option 2: Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years’ experience in an analytics related field.

Option 3: 9 years’ experience in an analytics or related field.

3 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, 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)

Primary Location

601 N Walton Blvd., Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has 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.