(USA) Senior, Data Analyst, Market Research

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Data Ventures exists to unlock the full value of Walmart’s data by developing and productizing B2B data initiatives that empowers merchants and clients to make better, faster decisions for the business. 

We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to join our Research Team. In this role, you will support a wide range of survey research initiatives throughout the entire project lifecycle, from proposal to report and insights delivery. You will handle daily survey data processing tasks, independently manage small to medium scale research projects, and provide quality inputs for analysis. The ideal candidate is passionate about quantitative research, excels at visualizing data and uncovering insights with confidence, and has a proven track record of providing analytical and data processing support using quantitative data. Furthermore, the ideal candidate should have demonstrated experience in applying analytic techniques in primary research within a client-facing environment. If you’re looking for a great opportunity to make an impact, this career-defining role is for you.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with Research Team, Account Management and Clients to ensure successful delivery of market research projects, meeting ISO and global data processing standards.
• Lead execution on day-to-day requests for data analysis and manipulation of primary & secondary data to support Client and/or Internal requests.
• Evaluate requests for data services, understanding the specific requirements of market research projects.
• Advise on analytic approaches for surveys, leveraging a diverse array of quantitative research methodologies.
• Prepare, plan, and prioritize tasks effectively to ensure deliverables are prepared and sent according to schedule.
• Ensure data quality by checking datasets for logical consistency, reformatting, and redesigning them for downstream analysis.
• Manipulate data into correct format for analysis purposes using Excel, SPSS, R, and/or other programs, including weighting and processing as relevant.
• Function as the Analytics Subject Matter Expert (SME) for clients and cross-functional partners, delivering expert guidance and insights to drive project success.
• Proactively contribute by offering advice or suggestions for improvements and automation to enhance overall efficiency & delivery.
• Perform other ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned.
• Lead and/or support training programs (i.e., courses, webinars etc.) both internally and externally.
• Develop and share best practices with colleagues, across departments, to continually improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of our product offerings & processes.

Who you are:

• You have a strong quantitative background with expertise in survey design, statistical analysis, and research methodologies.
• You have a customer service-oriented mindset, seamlessly integrating analytical acumen with strong interpersonal and organizational skills to manage multiple projects effectively.
• You are proficient at leveraging consumer insights to challenge conventional thinking and drive innovation.
• You can thrive in a "start-up" like environment embedded within our large Walmart international corporation.
• You are passionate about continuously learning and staying updated with the latest industry trends and techniques in analytics, market research, retail, and technology.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Analytics or related field.
• 4-6 years of analytics background in market research in a client-facing role.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency with tools such as SAS, R, or Python.
  • Experience with descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to draw insights from data.
  • Strong general analytical skills using quantitative data.
  • Ability to create experimental designs (e.g., MaxDiff, Conjoint).
  • Experience designing and implementing interactive dashboards, models and simulators to accurately present complex data in a user-friendly format.
• Analytic Techniques: Verbatim Coding, Weighting, Statistical testing, Correlation analysis, Factor analysis, Driver analysis, TURF analysis, Regression, MaxDiff, Conjoint and Discrete choice analysis, Data mining.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey the essence of complex analytical techniques succinctly in prose and graphics.
• Familiarity with online data collection tools (e.g. Qualtrics, Decipher, etc.) is a plus.
• Prior experience at an insights/analytics vendor, advertising agency, or on an ad sales research team is a plus.
• Leadership and mentorship experience a plus.

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 $96,000.00-$186,000.00

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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 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...

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...

221 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, United States of America