(CAN) Senior Manager, Store Space Design at Walmart

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • 5-7 years of retail planning and design experience
  • Revit/AutoCAD experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PPT, Bluebeam)
  • Strong understanding of strategic planning and data analytics
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Project management skills
  • Understanding of Gen AI
  • Demonstrates respect for individuals, builds high-performing teams, embraces differences, fosters belonging
  • Develops talent through feedback, coaching, mentoring
  • Builds strong relationships, collaborates cross-functionally
  • Acts with integrity, promotes ethics and compliance, models company values

Responsibilities

  • Define and refine scope of remodel and format projects, aligning with business objectives and customer needs using store templates and data-driven insights
  • Partner with Format Team, merchandising, operations, real estate, and stakeholders to translate project scopes into actionable design plans and ensure alignment
  • Lead in-store assessments to evaluate layout effectiveness, operational flow, customer engagement, and optimize space utilization
  • Oversee third-party consultants and design partners, managing contracts, timelines, and deliverables
  • Utilize space planning tools and analytics to identify improvements and provide recommendations for store layouts
  • Inspire and guide team members, prioritize workload, foster collaboration, promote learning and innovation
  • Present strategic proposals and project plans to senior leadership to secure buy-in and influence decision-making

Skills

Store Design
Space Planning
Retail Layout
Project Management
Stakeholder Collaboration
Data-Driven Insights
Store Analysis
Third-Party Management
Team Leadership
Analytics Tools
Strategic Planning
Remodel Execution
Customer Experience Optimization

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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