Director of Strategic Initiatives (United States)
KaratSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Gig EconomyIndustries
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in governance, risk, compliance, or strategy, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role within complex organizations
- Experience supporting the development and rollout of governance frameworks, controls testing, and audit practices—preferably within earnings, tax, or financial operations
- Proven ability to help create and execute global communications and/or training programs in regulated environments
- Solid understanding of regulatory requirements for contractor earnings and tax reporting, with a demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving industry standards
- Strong communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence peers and cross-functional partners
Responsibilities
- Develop the organizational vision and long-term global strategy for independent contractor/Gig workforce and deploy target operating model
- Conduct market and industry analysis to anticipate risks, emerging regulations, and best practices
- Define strategic execution plans, including decision-making frameworks, resource planning, and success metrics
- Lead transformational change initiatives from pilot through execution, ensuring adoption across the organization
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accountability, and stakeholder trust through strategic alignment
- Support governance, controls testing, strategy, communications, and training for the independent contractor earnings ecosystem
Skills
Governance
Risk Management
Compliance
Strategy
Controls Testing
Audit Practices
Global Strategy
Market Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
Change Management
Stakeholder Management
Earnings Management
Tax Reporting
Communications
Training Programs
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.
Related Jobs
RemoteRemoteSenior Manager, Workforce Strategy
DoorDashSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
RemoteSenior Program Manager
The Voleon GroupSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
RemoteSenior Analyst, Contract Management (Irvine, CA) Johnson and Johnson, …
Johnson & JohnsonSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
RemoteTutor (Independent Contractor, Part-Time, Remote)
ClassDojoSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
RemoteSenior Workforce Management Professional; Workforce Planning
HumanaSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
RemoteVP, Strategic Business Development
Collaborative Robotics$240,000 - $280,000/year
- Full Time
- Expert & Leadership (9+ years)