(USA) Manager, Advanced Analytics - Inventory Transformation

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Manager of Advanced Analytics to enhance inventory management through data-driven insights. This pivotal role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes and drive impactful decisions. The ideal candidate will possess advanced SQL skills, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and offers comprehensive benefits, including performance bonuses and stock options, as you contribute to shaping the future of retail.

Benefits

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid parental leave

Multiple health plans

PTO

Qualifications

• Experience in analytics, business insights, or strategy roles.
• End-to-end ownership in inventory management solutions.

Responsibilities

• Translate analytical insights into actionable recommendations.
• Develop scalable SQL queries and dashboards for performance improvement.

Skills

SQL

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Statistical Modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Master’s degree in Business Analytics or related fields

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

Position Summary

At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make and inspires us to shape the future of retail through data, technology, and innovation.

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Manager of Advanced Analytics to join our Inventory Transformation team. In this role, you will drive business impact by applying advanced analytics to complex supply chain and inventory challenges. Collaborating with cross-functional partners, you will develop insights, optimize processes, and influence decision-making at scale.

This is a high-visibility role ideal for someone with a strong foundation in analytics and data modeling, an ownership mindset, and a passion for improving inventory flow within one of the world's largest supply chains.

What you'll do

• Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for data science, engineering, and merchandising teams
• Own analytics projects end-to-end—from problem framing and data exploration to recommendations and stakeholder alignment
• Develop scalable SQL queries, dashboards, and lightweight models to identify performance gaps and opportunities for improvement
• Conduct exploratory and scenario-based analyses to shape future product capabilities and optimize decision frameworks
• Partner closely with business stakeholders to understand inventory and availability challenges and recommend data-driven solutions
• Help scale automation, standardization, and process improvements across replenishment and forecasting

What you'll need to succeed

• End-to-end ownership experience in replenishment, forecasting, or inventory management solutions and processes
• Proven ability to take initiative and drive outcomes in ambiguous or evolving environments
• Advanced SQL skills and experience with dashboarding tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker)
• Understanding of modeling concepts and ability to interpret or support statistical models used in forecasting or optimization
• Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences through storytelling, presentations, and written documents
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business teams

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in analytics, business insights, or strategy roles
• Master’s degree in Business Analytics, Supply Chain, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or related fields
• Prior experience in retail, ecommerce, or inventory planning
• Experience working in large, matrixed organizations or high-stakes programs

Benefits & Perks

Beyond competitive pay, you will receive incentive awards based on performance. Additional benefits include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We value diversity and inclusivity, understanding, respecting, and valuing different backgrounds, styles, experiences, and opinions.

We offer competitive pay, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k), stock purchase, paid leave, disability benefits, and more. PTO can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes, depending on your job classification and tenure.

For more information about PTO, visit https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program, covering costs for various educational programs. Eligibility requirements and benefits vary by job and employment status. For details, visit One.Walmart.

Salary Range

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00, with additional performance bonuses and potential stock options.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, or related field, plus 2 years' experience in data analytics, or 4 years' experience in data analytics or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

Certificates in business analytics, data mining, or statistical analysis; Master's degrees in Business Administration, Information Systems, Statistics, or related fields are a plus.