Senior Manager, Program Management at Walmart

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years in program management, strategic planning, consulting, or business operations in a complex, matrixed organization
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills; ability to craft compelling business narratives and influence decisions
  • Proven ability to lead large-scale programs with executive visibility and cross-functional collaboration
  • MBA or equivalent preferred
  • Leadership Expectations: Respect the Individual (demonstrates respect, drives positive experiences, embraces differences, supports belonging, develops others, builds relationships, communicates effectively)
  • Leadership Expectations: Acts with Integrity (maintains high standards of integrity/ethics/compliance, models Walmart values, supports regenerative goals, follows law/code/policies, fosters non-retaliation, acts humbly/self-aware/honestly)

Responsibilities

  • Drive critical programs from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and measurable outcomes
  • Partner with business leaders to build and deliver robust execution plans for enterprise-wide strategic initiatives
  • Develop high-impact executive deliveries, including business cases and recommendations to gain leadership approvals
  • Leverage data analytics tools and methodologies to independently derive insights and support strategic decision-making
  • Define and monitor KPIs to evaluate program performance, inform decisions, and drive accountability
  • Lead efforts to streamline processes, systems, and workflows for operational efficiency
  • Identify potential risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies to ensure smooth execution
  • Confidently lead conversations in executive-heavy environments, synthesizing complexity into actionable clarity
  • Influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders without direct authority to foster alignment and momentum
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure seamless program delivery

Skills

Program Management
Strategic Planning
Data Analytics
KPI Monitoring
Risk Management
Stakeholder Management
Executive Communication
Business Cases
Process 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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