Senior Manager, Data Science - Merchandising Analytics

Position Summary

Senior Manager, Data Science – Merchandising Analytics. At Sam’s Club, a member‑obsessed organization, the role leads data‑driven evaluation and strategic initiatives to support business growth and operational effectiveness.

Location:

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR

Salary: $110,000 - $220,000/yr. Regular/ Permanent

• Conduct comprehensive data analysis to uncover actionable insights related to membership behavior and merchandise performance.
• Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations that inform business and merchandising strategies.
• Partner with Merchandising, Membership, Marketing, and other cross‑functional teams to operationalize insights and drive measurable outcomes.
• Support merchants in identifying opportunities and executing new merchandise initiatives that improve assortment, performance, and customer experience.
• Provide data‑driven analysis to refine business strategies and influence decision‑making at multiple levels.
• Lead execution of business plans by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to achieve objectives.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment and drive strategic growth.
• Oversee team development, including coaching, performance management, and skill‑building opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and uphold high ethical standards in all operations.

• Proven expertise in data science, advanced analytics, and business analysis, with a track record of delivering actionable insights.
• Strong ability to analyze complex datasets and translate findings into strategic recommendations, particularly in membership and merchandise domains.
• Experience partnering with cross‑functional teams (Merchandising, Marketing, Membership) to operationalize insights and drive business impact.
• Demonstrated ability to support and influence merchandise strategy and new initiative development through data‑driven insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision‑making.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and adapt strategies based on results and feedback.
• Strong leadership experience in mentoring and developing high‑performing teams.

Option 1:
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years’ experience in an analytics related field.

Option 2:
Master’s 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.

Data science, machine learning, optimization models, PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, successful experience in Python, Spark, Scala, or R, supervisory experience, use of open‑source frameworks (scikit‑learn, Tensor Flow, Torch). Additional knowledge of digital accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 AA) is valued.

• Health benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase plan and company‑paid life insurance
• Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting; also PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays
• Other benefits include short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement

Live Better U is a company‑paid education benefit program covering tuition, books, and fees for full‑time and part‑time associates.

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr., Bentonville, AR 72712‑4304, United States of America