(USA) Director, Data Science - Operations Research

Role summary:

As the Director of Data Science, you will lead the development and deployment of advanced analytical models and data strategies that drive business value across multiple domains. This role requires expertise in operations research, machine learning, data visualization, and coding to translate complex business challenges into actionable insights. You will guide teams in delivering scalable solutions, ensuring data quality, and aligning initiatives with organizational objectives. Collaborating cross-functionally, you will influence decision-making through compelling data storytelling and foster continuous innovation to support Walmart's strategic goals.

About the team:

The Supply Chain Strategy team at Walmart leads long-term network planning using data-driven approaches, advanced modeling, and cross-functional collaboration. The team evaluates strategic locations, capacity, inventory flows, transportation, and capital investments. Working closely with Operations, Finance, and Technology, they develop scalable analytical frameworks leveraging Python, SQL, optimization, simulation, and AI. Their insights guide enterprise decisions on asset strategy, capacity expansion, fulfillment design, network evolution, customer speed, operating costs, and capital deployment. This enables Walmart to optimize its supply chain efficiently and deliver sustained value across the business.

What you''ll do:

• Lead the development and deployment of advanced data science solutions aligned with business strategies.
• Oversee coding, testing, and validation of machine learning models to ensure accuracy and robustness.
• Translate complex business requirements into actionable data strategies and technical initiatives.
• Guide data source identification, quality assessment, and integration for scalable analytics.
• Mentor, manage and develop data science teams, fostering technical expertise and innovation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver insights that drive operational improvements and business value.
• Monitor model performance and implement lifecycle management practices to sustain solution effectiveness.

What you''ll bring:

• Extensive experience in data science, machine learning algorithms, and advanced analytical modeling techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages including Python, SQL, and Java for code development, testing, and deployment.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex data insights into actionable strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Expertise in data strategy, data quality assessment, and identifying suitable data sources for scalable solutions.
• Proven leadership skills in mentoring teams, managing projects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to stakeholders and influence decision-making.

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.

The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

• Stock