Director of Data Strategy and Insights

Role Overview

Position : Director of Data Strategy and Insights

Department : Technology

Reporting to : Head of Technology; dotted line to COO

FLSA Status : Exempt

Location : Bentonville, AR or Denver, CO preferred; open to candidates in Washington, DC or Jersey City, NJ with significant travel expected.

About the Position

The Director of Data Strategy and Insights at Walton Enterprises (WEI) will lead the enterprise data vision and define how WEI governs, manages, and applies data as a strategic asset to strengthen decision-making, transparency, and measurable impact. This leader will establish and champion a comprehensive data governance framework that ensures accuracy, security, and ethical use of data across WEI and its affiliates.

Impact

This role will shape how WEI uses data as a strategic asset - strengthening governance and transparency, enhancing decision-making, and driving innovation in support of the organization's mission to make lasting, meaningful impact.

What you will do

The Director will design and execute the organization's data strategy and roadmap, aligning data capabilities with WEI's mission, values, and long-term objectives. They will guide a team that transforms information into intelligence - developing insights that reveal opportunities, measure performance, and inform strategic priorities. By fostering a culture of data literacy, accountability, and responsible stewardship, the Director will ensure that trusted, well-governed data underpins every major decision and drives meaningful impact across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

Data Strategy and Governance

• Develop and implement a comprehensive enterprise data strategy that aligns with WEI's long-term goals.
• Establish data governance frameworks to ensure accuracy, security, privacy, and compliance across all data sources.
• Partner with technology and business leaders to design and maintain robust data platforms and integration frameworks.
• Champion the responsible and ethical use of data in support of WEI's philanthropic and investment activities.

Analytics and Insight Generation

Leadership and Collaboration

Data Infrastructure, Technology, and Tools

Who we are looking for

Skills needed

Qualifications required for your success

Additional Helpful Experience Includes

Personal attributes that support your success

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.

Benefits Information

Compensation Range : $250,000 - $300,000

Benefits Information : We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan and paid time off.

About the IT Department

The Information Technology Department provides a suite of services including hardware and software support, custom application development, cybersecurity, networking and tools for software integration. These services are provided to Walton Enterprises, the Walton Family Foundation and to Walton Family Entities.

About Walton Enterprises

Walton Enterprises supports the personal, philanthropic, and business activity for the Walton family. We are a family-led organization, supporting multiple generations of Sam and Helen Walton's family.

We value trust, mutual respect, and a workplace where every associate belongs and can do their best work. We bring together talented people with different backgrounds and viewpoints, support their growth, and empower them to contribute meaningfully.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.