(USA) Senior, Data Analyst, Transportation - Inbound Planning and Optimization

Reference: R-2621076Posted: 2026-09-17Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $80000 - $155000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficeBusiness PartnershipInfluence stakeholders to define problems, align metrics, and deliver results.Communicate insights through clear storytelling and visualizations for technical and non-technical audiences.Communicate project updates, project results, and risks to keep leadership and business partners engaged.Innovation & ImprovementExplore and implement new analytics and automation tools.Collaborate on practical AI/ML initiatives and promote best practices and data literacy.Analytics & InsightsIdentify and deliver data-driven opportunities to improve decision-making and efficiency.Translate complex data into actionable recommendations.Build dashboards and tools to monitor performance, trends, and KPIs in transportation and supply chain.Data EngineeringEnsure data quality, integrity, and governance for analytics and model deployment (GCP BigQuery or similar).What you'll bring:Proven expertise in data analysis, statistical techniques, and exploratory data analysis using tools such as SQL, Python, and relevant BI platforms.Strong knowledge of data quality management, including profiling, cleansing, and monitoring to ensure accuracy and reliability.Experience in translating complex business requirements into actionable data strategies aligned with organizational goals.Proficiency in data visualization tools and best practices to effectively communicate insights to stakeholders.Solid understanding of business intelligence, metrics, and research methodologies across multiple business domains.Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to lead initiatives and deliver results.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 . 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 $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - StockSummaryJoin Walmart as a Senior Data Analyst and leverage your expertise in data analysis, visualization, and business intelligence to support strategic decision-making across multiple business domains. This role involves identifying and validating data sources, ensuring data quality, and applying advanced analytical techniques to uncover actionable insights. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex business challenges into data-driven solutions, develop impactful visualizations, and guide data strategy initiatives. Your contributions will directly influence business outcomes by enabling informed decisions and driving continuous improvement within a dynamic, data-centric environment. About the team: The Transportation - Inbound Planning and Optimization team focuses on enhancing inbound transportation efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service quality. By utilizing advanced analytics, data-driven insights, and collaboration with operational partners, the team optimizes shipment planning, routing, and execution. Key responsibilities include analyzing shipment patterns, ensuring data quality, conducting root cause analysis, and developing scalable solutions. Leveraging tools such as SQL, Python, and Agentic AI, the team drives continuous improvement, process automation, and reliable transportation planning aligned with organizational objectives, translating business needs into actionable projects and system enhancements.Minimum qualifications["Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Arts, Finance or related field and 2 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. Option 3: 4 years' experience in data analysis, data science,statistics, or related field."]Preferred qualifications["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)", "Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Information Technology or related field", "Data science, data analysis, statistics, or related field", "Related industry experience (for example, retail, merchandising, healthcare, eCommerce)"]