**Experienced Director of Data Analytics – Strategic Business Insights and Decision-Making**

About the Role Are you a seasoned data analytics professional with a passion for driving business growth and decision-making through data-driven insights? Do you have a strong background in data analysis, business acumen, and leadership? If so, we invite you to apply for the Director of Data Analytics position at Walmart, a leading retail and e-commerce company. About Walmart Walmart is a global retail leader that helps people save money so they can live better – anytime and anywhere – in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Our mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from mindful sourcing to sustainability and in everything we do. As a Walmart partner, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of retail, technology, marketing, finance, and many other ventures while making a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of customers worldwide. About the Team The Director of Data Analytics will be a key member of the Store Operations and Development team, responsible for developing a set of KPIs to measure the effectiveness of our initiatives. This role will define the metrics and lead the development of the data pipeline and dashboards to distribute these metrics and report progress towards our objectives to senior leadership on a regular basis. Key Responsibilities As a Director of Data Analytics, you will be responsible for: Identifying and analyzing business issues within your domain and challenging assumptions to help identify underlying drivers; recommending and implementing solutions to address business issues; and setting key performance indicators (KPIs) based on established progress rules and metrics. Assessing proposed business cases for initiatives and projects, translating business requirements into solutions, and aligning the team to the business strategy while executing expectations. Identifying and recommending the most suitable reporting tools based on the setting and defining application configuration based on client needs; including building compelling stories based on the setting, presenting to and influencing different audiences using appropriate data visualization, and adapting communication style based on partners. Providing overall guidance by examining business goals and client needs – including creating, communicating, building support for, and implementing business processes, plans, and projects; investigating costs and estimates and integrating into strategies; and determining and supporting resource requirements. Creating and leveraging internal and external partnerships and organizations, leading key community engagement and inclusion initiatives, and supporting partners while upholding and adhering to the organization's principles of integrity and ethics. Requirements To be successful in this role, you will need: Proficiency in SQL, Python, and big data tools (e.g., Hive) Experience with dashboarding tools (e.g., Looker) and workflow management tools (e.g., Wind current) Ability to communicate complex metrics to senior leaders clearly Ability to connect the dots between data and its impact on the business Experience developing new metrics to track business impact Experience leading a team of analysts Willingness to build dashboards and reports that combine data from multiple sources Preferred Qualifications While not required, we welcome candidates with: A background or education in statistics Experience with AI and data science techniques About the Role As a Director of Data Analytics, you will have the opportunity to: Work with a talented team of data analysts and business leaders to drive business growth and decision-making Develop and implement data-driven solutions to address business issues and improve operational efficiency Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business opportunities and develop strategic plans Stay up-to-date with the latest data analytics trends and technologies, and apply them to drive business impact What We Offer As a Walmart employee, you will enjoy: A competitive salary range of $20-$30 per hour A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance A 401(k) retirement plan with company match Opportunities for professional growth and development A dynamic and inclusive work environment How to Apply If you are a motivated and experienced data analytics professional looking for a new challenge, we invite you to apply for the Director of Data Analytics position at Walmart. Please submit your resume and cover letter through our website. We look forward to hearing from you!