Senior Manager, Business Analysis and Insights

Wal-Mart•Bentonville, AR

52d•$80,000 - $155,000

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Business Analysis and Insights, leads data-driven evaluation and strategic planning to support business growth and operational excellence. This role involves collaborating with internal and external partners to develop, implement, and refine business strategies based on comprehensive analysis. The position requires overseeing multiple projects, ensuring process efficiency, and driving performance improvements while mentoring team members. By providing expert guidance and fostering strong stakeholder relationships, the Senior Manager ensures alignment with organizational goals and promotes continuous learning and adaptability to meet evolving business needs. Coupa bid management preferred. About the team: The Business Analysis and Insights team delivers data-driven support to shape effective business strategies. This team collaborates closely with internal and external partners to analyze bid events and procurement data, ensuring informed decision-making. Members focus on evaluating ongoing initiatives, recommending improvements, and driving strategic growth through clear communication and stakeholder engagement. The team fosters a disciplined approach to process efficiency and compliance while promoting continuous learning and adaptability. Together, they contribute to achieving business objectives by leveraging analytical expertise and maintaining high standards of integrity and professionalism.

Requirements

Extensive experience in business analysis with a strong focus on data-driven decision making and insights.
Proven ability to develop and implement business strategies by collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Expertise in evaluating financial and operational performance to drive strategic growth and improve efficiency.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build and maintain productive relationships.
Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
Excellent communication skills to convey complex information clearly and influence cross-functional teams.
Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and compliance in all business practices.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Statistics, or related field and 4 years' experience in data analytics, project management, business, or related area OR 6 years' experience in data analytics, project management, business, or related area.
2 years' experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Statistical Programming Language
Supervising Associates
Working on cross-functional teams or projects
Masters: Business Administration
Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification
Six Sigma Black Belt - Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt - Certification

Responsibilities

Provide data-driven analysis and insights to support and refine business strategies.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop consistent, actionable plans based on analytical findings.
Evaluate ongoing effectiveness of programs and initiatives, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Lead the execution of multiple business plans by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to achieve objectives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to support strategic growth and alignment.
Supervise and mentor team members, fostering development and performance excellence.
Ensure compliance with company policies and promote ethical standards throughout operations.

Benefits

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.