Group Director, Advanced Analytics (Transform)

Walmart

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Work type: On-site
Location: Bentonville, AR
Salary: $160,000–$320,000 / yr
Posted: 1 day ago

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Similar $200k

This role $240k

$133k most similar roles pay here $340k

This role pays more than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $159,656–$240,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $240k versus about $200k for comparable roles.

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Walmart Inc. is the world''s largest retailer by revenue, operating a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, as well as a growing e-commerce presence through Walmart.com. Industry: General Merchandise & Grocery Retail

Walmart currently has 516 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,000–$234,000 across 510 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Group Director, Advanced Analytics (Transform)

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The Group Director of Advanced Analytics will lead the strategic development and execution of advanced analytics to drive data-driven decision-making in merchandising. This role involves applying machine learning, AI, and advanced modeling to solve complex business challenges, delivering predictive insights, and automating workflows while maintaining governance. The director will oversee the deployment of models from concept to production, validate new capabilities, and scale successful solutions across cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, Data Science, and Merchandising. Key skills include expertise in machine learning and AI, strong leadership abilities, and the capacity to translate technical work into business outcomes, with a focus on scalable analytics solutions and user-centric tools.

Skills

Python Java Scala R TensorFlow Keras PyTorch Spark MLOps CI/CD AWS Azure GCP Docker Kubernetes PostgreSQL MongoDB Snowflake Git JIRA

What you'll do

Lead the development and execution of advanced analytics strategies to address key business challenges.
Apply machine learning and AI to deliver predictive insights and intelligent decision-making solutions.
Direct the deployment of models and algorithms from concept through production, ensuring alignment with business outcomes.
Oversee cross-functional partnerships to integrate data science capabilities with merchandising and enterprise priorities.
Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to enhance decision-making efficiency and scalability.
Identify opportunities for workflow automation while maintaining necessary human oversight and governance.
Develop high-performing teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement in advanced analytics.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience (7+ years) in leading advanced analytics or data science functions.
Expertise in machine learning, AI, and advanced modeling with proven business impact.
Strong cross-functional leadership and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Track record of delivering analytics solutions from concept to production.
Experience building and developing high-performing teams within a complex organization.
Ability to balance automation with sound business judgment and governance.

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Senior Manager, Advanced Analytics

Walmart

Bentonville, AR 50 days ago $90,000–$180,000

SQL Python AI Machine Learning Data Analysis Automation Workflow Management Cloud Services CI/CD Agile Methodology Kubernetes Docker Terraform PostgreSQL MES (Manufacturing Execution System)

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