Liping Wu
About Liping Wu
Liping Wu is the Director of Data Science at Advance Auto Parts, where she leads data-driven initiatives and collaborates with various teams for demand prediction and assortment optimization. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chinese Language and Literature and two Master's Degrees in Analytics and Comparative Literature.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Liping Wu currently serves as the Director of Data Science at Advance Auto Parts, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she works in a hybrid capacity from Raleigh, North Carolina. Wu leads initiatives that focus on demand prediction and assortment optimization, collaborating with cross-functional teams that include data science, data engineering, IT, and business units. Her leadership extends to a company-wide meeting and mentoring program for data professionals, fostering skill development and collaboration within the organization.
Previous Experience at Advance Auto Parts
Before her current role, Liping Wu worked at Advance Auto Parts as a Senior Manager in Data Science from 2021 to 2023. During her tenure, she designed assortment solutions by streamlining business processes and optimizing solution flow. Additionally, she served as a Senior Data Scientist for a brief period in 2021, where she contributed to data-driven projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
Educational Background
Liping Wu has a solid educational foundation with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chinese Language and Literature from Renmin University of China. She furthered her studies at the same institution, earning a Master’s Degree in Comparative Literature. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Science in Analytics from the Institute for Advanced Analytics, equipping her with advanced analytical skills applicable in her professional roles.
Technical Expertise and Skills
In her professional capacity, Liping Wu utilizes advanced data science techniques, including transformer models in PyTorch and tree-based models like XGBoost. She also employs mathematical optimization frameworks to enhance data-driven decision-making processes. Her expertise in these areas enables her to effectively contribute to the development of innovative solutions within her organization.
Early Career at GE Healthcare
Liping Wu began her career with an internship at GE Healthcare in 2006, where she served as a President Office Assistant in the Great China Area for three months in Beijing City, China. This early experience provided her with foundational insights into the healthcare industry and professional operations within a corporate environment.