Principal Data Analyst

Walmart

Principal Consumer Insights Scientist for Member's Mark defining research objectives and leading consumer studies. Collaborating with merchants to provide actionable insights and influence product development.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeBentonville • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $90,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in consumer research methodologies, data analysis, and statistical interpretation to drive strategic business recommendations. Proficient in leveraging AI tools and consumer research platforms to enhance research quality and efficiency.

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Consumer Research MethodologiesData AnalysisStatistical InterpretationExecutive Presentation SkillsAI Tools Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisStatisticsQualitative ResearchQuantitative ResearchResearch DesignQuestionnaire DevelopmentSampling TechniquesStatistical RigorMarket ResearchConsumer Insights

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationStakeholder ManagementInfluencing Without AuthorityCuriosity About MembersManaging Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsExcelPowerPointConsumer Research Platforms

Industry Keywords

Business AcumenConsumer BehaviorProduct Development LifecycleStrategic Recommendations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Consumer Research Partner with merchants and product developers to define business questions and research objectives
Select the most appropriate qualitative and quantitative methodologies to answer complex business challenges
Independently design, program, execute, analyze, and report consumer research studies
Ensure research quality through strong research design, questionnaire development, sampling, and statistical rigor
Apply Advanced Consumer Research Methodologies
Independently analyze and interpret statistical outputs and translate findings into actionable business recommendations
Build compelling, executive-ready stories that simplify complex research into strategic recommendations
Present findings to merchants, product developers, and senior leadership
Leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve research quality, efficiency, and speed-to-insight
Champion the voice of the Member across the product development lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Arts, Finance or related field and 4 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 and 2 years' experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field
Option 3: 6 years' experience in data analysis, data science, statistics, or related field
Strong business acumen with curiosity about Members, merchandising, and consumer behavior
Experience leading end-to-end consumer insights or market research
Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research with the ability to apply the right methodology
Ability to synthesize data into strategic business recommendations
Exceptional communication, executive presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Experience influencing without authority and managing multiple priorities
Proficiency with AI tools, Excel, PowerPoint, and consumer research platforms

Benefits

Comp & perks

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, 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
Live Better U is a company 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.