--- title: Manager, Workforce Planning Forecasting at Walmart description: Walmart is hiring for the Manager, Workforce Planning Forecasting role in Bellevue, WA. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/manager-workforce-planning-forecasting-at-walmart-01a0d569-4507-7d47-b7c1-b7bca590d680 date: 2026-09-30T00:15:48Z og_description: Join Walmart as Manager, Workforce Planning Forecasting in Bellevue, WA. Pays $96K–$186K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/87s23x.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Walmart](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/walmart?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Sunnyvale, CA | | **Salary** | $104K/yr - $202K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 27, 2026 | ## Description ### Forecasting Strategy - Lead forecasting strategy across Walmart Marketplace Operations. - Develop and maintain short-, mid-, and long-range demand forecasts. - Continuously improve forecast accuracy through statistical modeling, trend analysis, and predictive analytics. - Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate the impact of changing business conditions. ### Predictive Analytics - Design and implement predictive models to identify emerging demand trends and operational risks. - Analyze key business drivers including seasonality, seller growth, marketing campaigns, product launches, policy changes, automation, and AI initiatives. - Apply advanced analytical techniques to improve forecasting methodologies and business outcomes. - Develop recommendations based on predictive insights to support proactive decision-making. ### Business Intelligence & Executive Insights - Translate complex data into meaningful business insights and recommendations. - Develop executive dashboards, forecasting scorecards, and trend analyses. - Present forecasting assumptions, risks, opportunities, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. - Communicate forecast performance and business impacts to executive stakeholders. ### Cross-Functional Partnership Collaborate closely with: - Operations - Workforce Management - Finance - Product Management - Marketing - Seller Experience - Business Analytics - Data Science - Engineering - BPO Partners ### Innovation & Continuous Improvement - Champion modern forecasting methodologies and predictive analytics capabilities. - Drive automation of forecasting processes, reporting, and analytical workflows. - Establish forecasting standards, governance, and best practices. - Improve data quality and forecasting efficiency through continuous process improvement. - Evaluate emerging analytical tools and technologies to enhance forecasting capabilities. ## Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or a related field. - 8+ years of progressive experience in Workforce Forecasting, Demand Planning, Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, or Data Science supporting large-scale operations. - Demonstrated expertise in statistical forecasting, predictive modeling, and time-series analysis. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SQL. - Experience with Tableau or Power BI. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and executive communication skills. - Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive strategic decisions without direct authority. ## Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Engineering, or a related field. - Experience with Python or R for predictive modeling and advanced analytics. - Experience applying machine learning techniques to forecasting and demand planning. - Experience with NICE CXone or NICE IEX. - Experience supporting retail, eCommerce, marketplace, or omnichannel operations. - Experience translating advanced analytics into executive-level business recommendations. ## Success Metrics - Forecast Accuracy - Forecast Bias Reduction - Predictive Model Performance - Timeliness of Forecast Delivery - Business Impact of Forecasting Recommendations - Adoption of Forecasting Insights - Forecast Process Automation - Stakeholder Satisfaction ## Core Competencies - Strategic Thinking - Predictive Analytics - Statistical Forecasting - Data-Driven Decision Making - Executive Communication - Business Acumen - Cross-Functional Collaboration - Innovation - Continuous Improvement ## Why This Role Matters Forecasting is a strategic capability that enables Walmart Marketplace to anticipate customer demand, proactively manage operational risk, and make informed business decisions. As the organization's forecasting subject matter expert, the Senior Manager, Forecasting & Predictive Analytics leverages advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and business insight to improve forecast accuracy, strengthen operational planning, and support the continued growth of Walmart Marketplace. 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 . 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. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see [One.Walmart](https://one.walmart.com/). Bentonville, Arkansas US-30008: The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Bellevue, Washington US-11663: The annual salary range for this position is $96,000.00 - $186,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock (empty) ## Skills - Data-Driven Decision-Making - Business Acumen - Influencing - Decision Making - Analytics - Sensitivity Analysis - Scenario Planning - Data Science - Time Series - Business Analytics - Performance Scorecards - English Language - Microsoft Excel - Predictive Modeling - Problem Solving - Python - R - Automation - HTTP/HTTPS - Business Process Automation - Tableau (Business Intelligence Software) - SQL - E-Commerce - Continuous Improvement Process - Statistics - Collaboration - Strategic Thinking - Mathematics - Product Launch Management - Business Intelligence - Computer Science - Executive Communication - Demand Forecasting - Digital Dashboards - Forecasting - Machine Learning - Demand Planning - NICE CXone - Predictive Analytics - Power BI - Campaign Management ## Benefits - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Parental Leave - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave - 401(k) Plans ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/manager-workforce-planning-forecasting-at-walmart-01a0d569-4507-7d47-b7c1-b7bca590d680?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [More jobs at Walmart](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/walmart?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)