(USA) Data Scientist III

Reference: R-2547539Posted: 2026-09-01Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $90000 - $180000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: Sam's ClubBusiness Segment: Home OfficeRole summary: The (USA) Data Scientist III plays a critical role in leveraging advanced analytical and statistical methods to extract actionable insights from complex data sets. This position involves developing, validating, and deploying predictive models while ensuring data quality and governance standards are met. The role requires proficiency in programming languages and data visualization tools to support business decision-making and strategy. Collaborating across functions, the Data Scientist III contributes to solving business challenges by applying rigorous data science techniques and mentoring team members to enhance analytical capabilities and drive impactful outcomes. About the team: The merchandising analytics team transforms complex data into actionable insights that guide product selection, placement, and pricing strategies to improve business outcomes. Leveraging advanced data science, machine learning, and predictive modeling with tools such as Python and data visualization platforms, the team builds scalable analytical models. Collaborating closely with business stakeholders, members ensure alignment with organizational goals by delivering clear, impactful insights. The team supports continuous improvement and informed decision-making across merchandising functions, driving data-driven strategies that contribute to overall business success. What you'll do:Apply advanced statistical, analytical, and machine learning techniques to solve merchandising, pricing, and member behavior challenges.Conduct exploratory data analysis and develop data-driven insights to identify opportunities related to assortment, pricing, promotions, and category performance.Partner with merchandising, pricing, and cross-functional teams to translate business objectives into analytical frameworks and actionable recommendations.Develop and maintain predictive and descriptive models to support decision-making, demand forecasting, pricing optimization, and business planning initiatives.Utilize tools and programming languages such as Python, SQL, and cloud-based data platforms to extract, analyze, and optimize large datasets.Create dashboards, visualizations, and executive-ready reports to communicate insights, performance trends, and business recommendations effectively.What you'll bring:Proven expertise in data management, data quality standards, and data governance to ensure reliable and scalable data ecosystems.Proficiency in statistical methods, exploratory data analysis, and hypothesis testing to derive actionable business insights.Strong programming skills in Python and SQL for developing, testing, and deploying analytical models and data solutions.Experience with machine learning techniques including predictive modeling, and large language modeling.Ability to translate complex business requirements into data-driven solutions using big data analytics and cloud platforms such as Databricks and Big Query.Skilled in data visualization tools like Power BI to effectively communicate findings and influence decision-making. At Sam's Club, 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, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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 .- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Live Better U is a company 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 $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location).Minimum qualifications["Minimum QualificationsBachelor of Science and 2 years' data science experience OR Master of Science and 1 year's data science experience."]Preferred qualifications["Bachelor's degree and experience in an analytics related field", "Master's degree and experience in an analytics related field", "Doctorate and experience in an analytics related field", "Statistical Programming Language", "SQL and relational databases (for example, DB2, Oracle, SQL Server)", "Business Analytics", "Data Mining", "Statistical Analysis"]