(USA) Principal, Data Analyst at Walmart in Bentonville, Arkansas

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Tech Problem Formulation Requires knowledge of Analyticsbig data analytics automation techniques and methods Business understanding Precedence and use cases Business requirements and insights To analyze the business problem within ones discipline and questions assumptions to help the business identify the root cause Identify and recommend approach to resolve the business problem to create effective technology focused solutions Set relevant deliverables based on the established success criteria and define key metrics to measure progress and effectiveness of the solution Quantify business impact Data Source Identification Requires knowledge of Functional business domain and scenarios Categories of data and where it is held Business data requirements Database technologies and distributed datastores eg SQL NoSQL Data Quality Existing business systems and processes including the key drivers and measures of success To understand the priority order of requirements and service level agreements Define and identify the most suitable sources for required data that is fit for purpose referring to external sources as required Perform initial data quality checks on the extracted data Review the deliverables of junior associates and provides guidance on data source and quality Understanding Business Context Requires knowledge of Industry and environmental factors Common business vernacular Business practices across two or more domains such as product finance marketing sales technology business systems and human resources and indepth knowledge of related practices Directly relevant business metrics and business areas To evaluate proposed business cases for projects and initiatives Translate business requirements into strategies initiatives and projects and aligns them to business strategy and objectives and drives the execution of deliverables Build and articulate the business case and return on investment and delivers work that has demonstrable value Challenge business assumptions on topics related to ones domain expertise Mentor the team members on new business insights and allied developments Proactively engage in the external community to build Walmarts brand and learn more about industry practices Data Visualization Requires knowledge of Visualization guidelines and best practices for complex data types Multiple data visualization tools for example Python R libraries GGplot Matplotlib Ploty Tableau PowerBI etc Advanced visualization techniques tools Multiple story plots and structures OABCDE Communication influencing technique Emotional intelligence To identify and recommend the most suitable visualization tools based on context Generate appropriate graphical representations of data and model outcomes Understand customer requirements to design appropriate data representation for complex data sets and drive User Experience designers and User Interface engineers to build front end applications Define application design based on customer requirements Build compelling stories based on context to integrate multiple pieces of information into cohesive insights Present to and influence diverse audiences using the appropriate data visualization frameworks and conveys clear messages through deep business and stakeholder understanding Customize communication style based on stakeholders and leverages relationships to drive behavioral change Guide and mentor junior associates on story types structures and techniques based on context Exploratory Data Analysis Requires knowledge of relevant Knowledge Discovery in Data KDD tools applications or scripting languages such as SQL Oracle Apache Mahout MS Excel Python Statistical techniques for example mean mode median variance standard deviation correlation and sorting and grouping Research analysis standards and activities Documentation procedures such as drafting editing Bibliography format Relevant Knowledge Discovery in Data KDD tools applications or scripting languages such as SQL DB SAS Oracle Apache Mahout MS Excel Python KDD industry best practices and emerging trends To promote the value of Knowledge Discovery in Data KDD for business managers Identify and applies suitable KDD tool basis business requirement Guide junior team members on tools and techniques Stay abreast of best practices in KDD techniques Test and evaluate multiple solutions methods and models to determine accuracy validity and applicability Establish standards for application and interpretation of statistical data Conduct statistical experiments for example hypothesis tests confidence intervals and builds statistical models using packages like Statistical Analysis Systems SAS Design write and publish numerous research documents on diverse topics Consult on complex situations to test hypotheses anticipate pitfalls prevent false conclusions and advise others on avoiding them Provide insights to the business based on research findings Data Strategy Requires knowledge of understanding of business value and relevance of data and data enabled insights decisions Appropriate application and understanding of data ecosystem including Data Management Data Quality Standards and Data Governance Accessibility Storage and Scalability etc Understanding of the methods and applications that unlock the monetary value of data assets To Understand articulate interpret and apply the principles of the defined strategy to unique moderately complex business problems that may span one or main functions or domains Data Quality Management Requires knowledge of Data quality management techniques and standards Business metadata definitions and content data definitions Data profiling tools data cleansing tools data integration tools and issues and event management tools Understanding of users data consumption data needs and business implications Data modeling storage integration and warehousing Data quality framework and metrics User access best practices Enterprise data architecture modeling and design storage integration and warehousing Enterprise data quality framework and metrics Enterprise data strategy Enterprise data quality strategy Enterprise strategy to address regulatory and ethical requirements and policies around data privacy security storage retention and documentation To develop and evangelize data quality awareness Determine data quality strategy metrics and business rules for a business domain to ensure that data is fit for purpose Set and evaluate business domain data quality service level strategy Design and implement operational Data Quality Management DQM procedures Monitor operational DQM procedures and performance Lead data quality initiatives to deliver increased business performance and effectiveness Determine user accessibility and removes or restricts user access as needed Provide recommendations to leadership on needed updates or inputs into data governance policies practices and guidelines Drives the execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying customer and operational needs developing and communicating business plans and priorities removing barriers and obstacles that impact performance providing resources identifying performance standards measuring progress and adjusting performance accordingly developing contingency plans and demonstrating adaptability and supporting continuous learning Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates by selecting and training mentoring assigning duties building a teambased work environment establishing performance expectations and conducting regular performance evaluations providing recognition and rewards coaching for success and improvement and ensuring diversity awareness Promotes and supports company policies procedures mission values and standards of ethics and integrity by training and providing direction to others in their use and application ensuring compliance with them and utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy Ensures business needs are being met by evaluating the ongoing effectiveness of current plans programs and initiatives consulting with business partners managers coworkers or other key stakeholders soliciting evaluating and applying suggestions for improving efficiency and costeffectiveness and participating in and supporting community outreach events Respect the Individual Demonstrates and encourages respect for all builds a highperforming team seeks and embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where all associates feel seen supported and connected through culture of belonging so associates thrive and perform drives a positive associate and customermember experience for all identifies attracts and retains the best team members Respect the Individual Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent through feedback coaching mentoring and developmental opportunities promotes an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customermember and company and regularly recognizes others contributions and accomplishments Respect the Individual Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners works collaboratively and crossfunctionally to achieve objectives and communicates and listens attentively with energy and positivity to motivate influence and inspire commitment and action Act with Integrity Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values and leads by example to foster our culture supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers and the world around us eg creating a sense of belonging eliminating waste participating in local giving Act with Integrity Follows the law our code of conduct and company policies and sets expectations for others to do the same promotes an environment where associates feel comfortable sharing concerns and reinforces our culture of nonretaliation listens to concerns raised by associates takes action and encourages others to do the same holds self and others accountable for achieving results in a way that is consistent with our values Act with Integrity Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble selfaware honest and transparent Serve our Customers and Members Delivers expected business results while putting the customermember first and consistently applying an omnimerchant mindset and acts with an Every Day LowCost mindset to drive value and Every Day Low Prices for customersmembers Serve our Customers and Members Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data analytics customermember insights and different parts of the business when making plans and shaping the teams strategy Strive for Excellence Consistently raises the bar and seeks to improve demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset seeks feedback asks thoughtful questions fosters an environment that supports learning innovation and learning from mistakes and intelligent risktaking and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks Strive for Excellence Seeks and implements continuous improvements and encourages the team to leverage new digital tools and ways of working


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


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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.
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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.
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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.


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The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00-$180,000.00
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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
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- Stock
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Minimum Qualifications...



Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.


Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Arts, Finance or related field and 4 years' experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field. Option 2: Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 2 years' experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field. Option 3: 6 years' experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field.




Preferred Qualifications...



Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.


Data science, data analysis, statistics, or related field, Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field, Related industry experience (for example, retail, merchandising, healthcare, eCommerce), Successful completion of assessments in data analysis and Business Intelligence tools and scripting languages (for example, SQL, Python, Spark, Scala, R, Power BI, or Tableau)




Primary Location...



702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America



About Walmart



At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?


Walmart Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while welcoming all people.


"At Walmart, we get the opportunity to grow professionally and personally-all while improving how we work and what we deliver to consumers." - Lola, Project Analyst



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