Data Science Analyst

Whole Foods

Austin, TX

Full Time

Mid Level

70k-118k

10 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry. At Whole Foods Market, we're all about nourishing people and the planet and that starts with the choices we make every day. From our stores to our spreadsheets, we believe in doing things the right way, not the easy way.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with teams across the business—from local store leadership to national strategy—to uncover key trends and opportunities.
Translate real-world business challenges into actionable data questions and craft thoughtful approaches to answer them.
Collaborate with a team of data scientists and analysts to explore, model, and interpret large datasets using machine learning, data mining, and statistical tools.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of our data so we're always building on a solid foundation.
Create compelling reports and visuals that tell meaningful stories—clear, engaging, and accessible to all stakeholders.
Bring your analytical curiosity to projects that support our mission: from merchandising and marketing to customer experience and sustainability.

Requirements

A strong grasp of core data science principles and a track record of applying them to real-world challenges.
Familiarity with tools like Python, R, and other data science platforms.
Comfort working with a range of data: customer behavior, product performance, and operational trends.
Ability to think critically, ask the right questions, and bring structure to ambiguity.
A strong storyteller who can translate data into insight and insight into action.
Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience (or a comparable blend of education and experience).
A Master's degree in a related field.

Nice to Have

Experience with data mining, machine learning, and statistical tools.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field.
2-4 years of relevant experience or a comparable blend of education and experience.

Benefits & Perks

Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs.

Working at Whole Foods

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

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