(USA) Senior Manager, Data Science

Walmart

  • San Bruno, CA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 25 days ago
Position Summary...What you'll do...Walmart Fulfillment Services is looking for a Senior Manager, Data Science professional to work as a strategic partner across the organization. This role will work across forecasting, inventory management and allocation, to provide insights through the WFS org as we expand the business. The right candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in a startup environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. You will act as a Utility player providing insights and influencing strategic decision making. Maturity, analytical skills, strong influence, negotiation skills, and leadership are essential to success in this role.ResponsibilitiesYou'll design, model, develop and implement state-of-the-art models and solutions for execution and strategic planning. You will also execute analytical capability to help business leaders to understand the optimization opportunity and metricsYou will need to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to solve problems, create operational efficiencies, and deliver successfully against high organizational standardsAs part of your role you will regularly interact with software engineering teams and business leadershipThe focus of this role is to research, develop, and deploy models that will inform and support our business, primarily in the area of inventory placement/allocationYou will have the opportunity to work with group of scientists in the areas of forecasting, recommendation, transportation, meta-heuristics, market analysis, and integer programmingPartner with the engineering and operations teams to drive modeling and technical design for complex business problemsDevelop accurate and scalable optimization, mathematical programming, and heuristic methods to solve our hardest transportation problemsLead complex modeling analyses to aid management in making key business decisions and set new policiesQualificationsPhD (OR Master's Degree plus 3+ years of industry or academic research experience) in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field3+ years of experience building machine learning or optimization models or developing algorithms for business applicationDetailed knowledge of applied optimization methodsDemonstrable work experience on optimization models that have been deployed into production systems (strategic, planning, and/or operational)Experience in writing scripts (Python) and/or software applications in programming languages such as C++, JavaExcellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiencesStrong problem-solving ability and the ability to work in ambiguous and constantly evolving environmentStrong personal interest in developing, researching, and creating new technologies with high customer impactAbility to work independently and as part of a diverse team.Live our Values
Culture Champion
  • Models the Walmart values to foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; and supports Walmart's commitment to communities, social justice, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability; maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance.
Servant Leadership
  • Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, and transparent.
Embrace Change
Curiosity & Courage
  • Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks.
Digital Transformation & Change
  • Seeks and implements continuous improvements and encourages the team to leverage new digital tools and ways of working.
Deliver for the Customer
Customer Focus
  • Delivers expected business results while putting the customer first and consistently applying an omni-merchant mindset and the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans.
Strategic Thinking
  • Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and shaping the team's strategy.
Focus on our Associates
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Identifies, attracts, and retains diverse and inclusive team members; builds a high-performing team; embraces diversity in all its forms; and actively supports diversity goal programs.
Collaboration & Influence
  • Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives; and communicates with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action.
Talent Management
  • Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent, promotes an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others' contributions and accomplishments.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive 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 at https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J .The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00-$286,000.00Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance incentives.Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)- Stock equity incentivesMinimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.Option 1: Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 3: 7 years' experience in an analytics 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, machine learning, optimization models, PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, Successful completion of one or more assessments in Python, Spark, Scala, or R, Supervisory experience, Using open source frameworks (for example, scikit learn, tensorflow, torch)Primary Location... 850 Cherry Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066-3031, United States of AmericaAbout WalmartAt 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 diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people."At Walmart, you have the support you need at any given moment no matter the circumstance." — Shelby, Project AnalystHello, Silicon ValleyYou don't have to choose between your career and your lifestyle. In Silicon Valley, you can have both.BeautyFioli Gardens, WoodsideView an art exhibit, take a nature hike, explore the historic Filoli House, or take a class at this gorgeous 654-acre property.ArtSFMOMAGet your art fix at this internationally recognized collection of over 30,000 works of modern and contemporary art.EducationComputer History MuseumLarge-scale exhibits, an acclaimed speaker series, docent-led tours and an award-winning education program bring computer history to life.PurposeThe DishHike or jog throughout the year on terrain dedicated to academic programs, environmental restoration and habitat conservation.ExploreGolden Gate Park, SFEvents, attractions, meadows, lakes, and a Japanese Tea Garden provide for a true escape, without leaving the city.ImagineThe Tech MuseumThis family-friendly interactive science and technology center in San Jose provides a glimpse into the most inventive place on Earth - Silicon Valley.ShopSantana Row - San JoseStylish boutiques, world-class shopping, and delectable cuisine = a San Jose shopping trifecta.DisconnectPacifica State BeachLearn to surf or visit the “World's Most Scenic Taco Bell” at this 0.75 mile long crescent shaped escape, a symbol of successful habitat restoration.ReflectGolden Gate CemeteryThis national cemetery comprises 161 acres dedicated to all the members of the armed forces who served our country.All the benefits you need for you and your family
  • Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents
  • Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Parental Leave
  • Pay during military service
  • Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental
  • Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth
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 specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see .

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