Senior Manager, Program Management - WMUS People Operations at Walmart

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

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

Requirements

  • 7+ years leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives with senior stakeholder visibility
  • Expertise in program planning, governance, and risk management
  • Strong executive communication and influence skills in matrixed environments
  • Proficiency with program management tools (Airtable, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent)
  • Ability to connect delivery plans with change management and adoption strategies
  • 2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams
  • 3 years’ experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day delivery of high impact programs and projects
  • Translate strategy into actionable roadmaps, milestones, and measurable outcomes
  • Drive cross-functional routines for progress, accountability, and visibility
  • Craft executive-ready updates and recommendations for senior leadership
  • Partner with Product and Tech teams to manage dependencies and readiness

Skills

Program Management
Program Planning
Governance
Risk Management
Executive Communication
Stakeholder Management
Change Management
Airtable
Smartsheet
Jira
Cross-functional Collaboration
Roadmap Development

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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