(USA) Senior Manager, Advanced Analytics

Walmart Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

PTO and leave

Company discounts

Education benefits

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Senior Manager, Advanced Analytics to lead development and execution of complex data models and analytical solutions. This role partners with senior leadership to identify challenges, deliver insights, and guide cross-functional teams in innovative analytics projects.

You will build and mentor a high-performing analytics team, oversee end-to-end projects, and drive data-driven decision making to achieve business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Statistics or related field plus 4 years of analytics experience OR 6 years in analytics.
• Strong knowledge of advanced analytics and data modeling concepts.
• Experience leading and mentoring analytics teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced analytics initiatives addressing complex business challenges.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing analytics team.
• Oversee end-to-end project management for analytics solutions.
• Develop and validate data models and algorithms to create business value.

Skills

Advanced analytics leadership

Data modeling

Team mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Data interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, or related field

Masters: Business Administration

Masters: Information Systems

Masters: Statistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary... What you’ll do... Role summary: The Senior Manager, Advanced Analytics, leads the development and execution of complex data models and analytical solutions to drive strategic business outcomes. This role partners with senior leadership to identify key challenges, deliver actionable insights, and guide cross-functional teams in implementing innovative analytics projects. Responsible for building and mentoring a high‑performing team, the position ensures alignment with business objectives while fostering continuous improvement. The role demands strong collaboration, project management, and leadership skills to influence decision‑making and support data‑driven strategies across the organization. About the team: The Market Intelligence team delivers timely, actionable insights on market trends, competitors, customers, and emerging opportunities to support Walmart’s strategic decisions. Utilizing advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and cross‑functional collaboration, the team anticipates external changes and identifies growth opportunities and risks. Members lead complex projects, apply innovative data science techniques, and contribute to continuous improvement and mentorship. Their work drives data‑informed strategies that enhance competitive positioning and business success, supporting leadership in achieving organizational goals through effective project management and analytical expertise.

What you’ll do

• Lead advanced analytics initiatives to address complex business challenges and support data‑driven decision making across the organization.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams to develop actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Build, mentor, and manage a high‑performing analytics team, fostering skill development and engagement.
• Oversee end‑to‑end project management for analytics solutions, including prototype development, testing, and implementation.
• Drive the creation and validation of data models and algorithms to generate business value and operational improvements.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to align analytics efforts with business priorities and objectives.

What you’ll bring

• Extensive experience leading advanced analytics initiatives to drive strategic business outcomes.
• Proven ability to develop complex data models, algorithms, and prototypes for business impact.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building, coaching, and mentoring high‑performing teams.
• Expertise in collaborating cross‑functionally with senior leadership and various business partners.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities managing end‑to‑end complex analytics projects.
• Proficiency in interpreting data to provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills to influence and engage stakeholders at all organizational levels.

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.

Pay and Incentives

The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, or related field and 4 years' experience in data analytics or related field OR 6 years' experience in data analytics or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate in business analytics, data mining, or statistical analysis,
• Statistical programming languages (for example, SAS, R)
• Masters: Business Administration,
• Masters: Information Systems,
• Masters: Statistics

Primary Location

1275 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1103, United States of America

Drug‑Free Workplace Policy

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.

Company Culture

Fifty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world's biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we're reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and create a career you're proud of.