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

• Lead the development of business intelligence tools, dashboards, and data models that deliver clear insights to executives and program leaders.
• Translate complex data into narratives that inform strategic decisions, from portfolio management to social impact measurement.
• Build predictive and prescriptive analytics capabilities that anticipate organizational needs and opportunities.
• Partner with business and tech teams to track and visualize outcomes and performance metrics.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Build and manage a high-performing team encompassing data analysts and visualization specialists.
• Foster a culture of data literacy and empowerment across departments, helping teams use data confidently and responsibly.
• Collaborate closely with WEI’s technology leadership to modernize infrastructure and support scalable, cloud-based data solutions.

Data Infrastructure, Technology, and Tools

• Develop company-wide data strategy and best practices for data creation, collection, storage, processing, access, and value creation
• Oversee the evaluation, selection, and implementation of data platforms and analytics tools (e.g., GCP/BigQuery, Power BI)
• Collaborate with software engineering and product leaders to translate business requirements into data products that are managed through the product lifecycle
• Drive integration of data systems across philanthropic, operational, and investment platforms.
• Ensure best-in-class data quality, lineage, and accessibility standards to support transparent reporting and informed decisions.

Who we are looking for

Skills needed

• Data Strategy and Governance Leadership
• Business Intelligence and Advanced Analytics
• Cloud Data Architecture and Integration
• Strategic Communication and Data Storytelling
• Team Development and Change Leadership
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Qualifications required for your success

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, or related fields.
• 10+ years of experience in data management, analytics, or business intelligence; 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing enterprise data strategy.
• Demonstrated success implementing data governance and analytics strategies in complex, multi-stakeholder organizations.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, integration, and visualization tools.
• Experience with cloud-based data ecosystems (Azure, AWS, GCP) and advanced analytics (AI/ML) preferred.
• Proven ability to translate technical insights into executive-level recommendations.

Additional Helpful Experience Includes

• Experience in philanthropy, finance, investment management, or family office environments.
• Ability to lead cross-functional change and inspire a data-driven culture at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.

Personal attributes that support your success

• Demonstrates discretion, integrity, and expertise while serving as a trusted advisor to principals and colleagues.
• Collaborates respectfully and effectively with others, contributing to a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Approaches challenges with curiosity, bold thinking, and a commitment to continuous learning and innovation.
• Maintains a strong focus on results, consistently exercising sound judgment and decision-making.
• Brings a visionary mindset, planning strategically for the future with imagination and insight.
• Committed to excellence and actively engages with others to accomplish shared goals.

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.