Senior Manager, Data Science - Network Optimization - Walmart
Walmart is recruiting a Senior Manager, Data Science to lead network optimization and advanced analytics supporting its multi-node fulfillment strategy. The role covers network design, capacity planning, cost-to-serve, inventory and transportation, using Python, SQL, machine learning, mathematical optimization and simulation. Its scope includes long-term decisions about fulfillment assets and capital allocation. Employer-stated annual salary range: $110,000-$220,000. Requisition R-2626274, Bentonville (Arkansas); employer page checked November 5, 2026, with an active Apply now control; original posting date not stated. Photo: Pexels (free stock).
This position illustrates the continued importance of operations research alongside AI. Optimizing a multi-node fulfillment network requires decisions about cost, service, capacity and inventory that remain feasible under operational constraints. The key is connecting simulation and optimization outputs to actual investment and operating decisions. The failure mode is optimizing a mathematically attractive network against outdated constraints or unrealistic assumptions.