(USA) Senior Manager, Data Science - Mobius Digital Twin, Fulfillment Network Optimization

The Senior Manager, Data Science leads advanced analytical initiatives to develop, validate, and deploy complex models that drive strategic business decisions. We are seeking an experienced and technical individual to join the Mobius Digital Twin team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the continuous evolution, fidelity, and strategic deployment of Walmart’s cutting-edge digital twin platform. You will spearhead high-fidelity Walmart Fulfillment Engine and EDF simulations, lead cross-functional capability development with Product and Engineering, and pioneer AI-powered simulation engines that de-risk multi-billion-dollar supply chain decisions. About the team: The Mobius team, within the Supply Chain Strategy organization, develops and utilizes an advanced Digital Twin simulation platform across Walmart’s supply chain. This platform enables testing and validation of operational strategies, tactical initiatives, and long-term scenarios before implementation, reducing risks in critical decisions. The team’s work drives innovation in retail supply chain management, enhancing customer experiences while optimizing operational costs. Members collaborate closely to apply data science, machine learning, and analytics techniques, ensuring strategic insights support effective decision-making and continuous improvement across Walmart’s end-to-end supply chain operations. What you’ll do:

• Lead the development, assessment, and validation of advanced analytical models using best practices to ensure accuracy, robustness, and relevance.
• Translate business requirements into actionable data science projects aligned with strategic objectives, providing recommendations to solve complex challenges.
• Deliver data-driven insights through Walmart Fulfillment Engine (WFE) simulations to de-risk key operational strategies and unlock measurable CP (Cost-to-Serve) and GMV opportunities
• Model critical peak-season scenarios, including pop-up sourcing strategies, contingency routing, and disruptive weather.
• Build high-fidelity network simulation models to evaluate major infrastructure decisions.
• Help pioneer Walmart’s first-of-its-kind AI-powered digital twin platform to run millions of simulations at scale, powering core decision engines like sensitivity-based placement optimization.

• Extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and advanced statistical modeling techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages including Python and SQL for data analysis and model development.
• Strong knowledge of model assessment, validation, and tuning methods to ensure accuracy and robustness.
• Deep understanding of fulfillment logic (WFE), inventory placement, multi-tier flow, and transportation/network design.
• Expertise in data visualization tools and techniques to effectively communicate complex data insights.
• Proven ability to operate autonomously as a senior technical individual contributor, translating complex executive strategies into actionable computational models.
• Solid understanding of business context across multiple domains to drive impactful analytics outcomes., Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years’ experience in an analytics related field. Option 2: Masters 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.

Preferred Qualifications…

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Data science, machine learning, optimization models, PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, Successful completion of one or more assessments in Python, Spark, Scala, or R, Supervisory experience, Using open source frameworks (for example, scikit learn, tensorflow, torch), We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

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 https://one.walmart.com/notices. 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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

• Stock

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