The Senior Manager of Data Science for Merchandising Analytics at Sam’s Club leads strategic initiatives by conducting comprehensive data analysis to uncover actionable insights across membership behavior and merchandise performance. This role involves translating complex analytical findings into clear recommendations that inform business strategies, partnering closely with cross-functional teams such as Merchandising, Membership, and Marketing to operationalize these insights and drive measurable outcomes. The ideal candidate will have expertise in advanced analytics, machine learning, and data science, along with strong communication skills to influence decision-making at various levels within the organization. They should be adept at managing multiple priorities while fostering a high-performing team through coaching and mentoring, all while ensuring compliance with company policies and ethical standards.
Conduct comprehensive data analysis to uncover actionable insights related to membership behavior and merchandise performance.
Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations that inform business and merchandising strategies.
Partner with cross-functional teams to operationalize insights and drive measurable outcomes in merchandising and marketing.
Support merchants in identifying opportunities and executing new merchandise initiatives for improved customer experience.
Provide data-driven analysis to refine business strategies and influence decision-making at multiple levels.
What we're looking for
Proven expertise in data science and advanced analytics with a track record of delivering actionable insights.
Experience analyzing complex datasets to translate findings into strategic recommendations for membership and merchandise domains.
Strong ability to partner with cross-functional teams (Merchandising, Marketing, Membership) to operationalize insights.
Demonstrated success in supporting and influencing merchandise strategy through data-driven insights.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
Proven leadership experience in mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and adapt strategies based on results.
Market check
Salary context
This
$110,000–$220,000
range sits above
51%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$117,500–$220,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$135,000–$211,200
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 238 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
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About Walmart
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
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Listed pay typically runs
$117,000–$234,000
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