Director of Strategic Initiatives (United States)
KaratSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, MerchandisingIndustries
Requirements
- Strategic Acumen: A strong understanding of how projects align with broader business goals and the ability to prioritize work that drives the most impact
- Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to engage and influence a diverse group of stakeholders, including senior leaders and cross-functional partners
- Data-Driven Decision-Making: Comfort using metrics and dashboards to guide decisions, track progress, and communicate outcomes
- Resourcefulness & Tool Building: A self-starter mindset with the technical skills to build tools and dashboards that streamline reporting and improve visibility
- Clear Communication: Ability to distill complex project details into high-impact summaries for leadership and stakeholders
- Influence Without Authority: Skilled at gaining buy-in and cooperation from teams and leaders who do not report directly to you
- Adaptability & Resilience: Comfortable navigating shifting priorities and business needs while maintaining focus and a positive outlook
- Innovation Mindset: A drive to challenge the status quo and implement creative solutions that improve project outcomes and team efficiency
Responsibilities
- Manage strategic project portfolios: Oversee a portfolio of merchandising projects, ensuring alignment with business goals. Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation plans while building tools to automate reporting and centralize project tracking
- Lead with technology and innovation: Leverage technical skills to enhance project management capabilities by exploring new tools or creating custom dashboards that improve efficiency and data visibility across the merchandising team
- Coordinate cross-functional execution: Drive collaboration across merchandising, marketing, supply chain, and other departments to ensure seamless project execution and data flow. Identify and implement process improvements to optimize workflows
- Deliver executive-level communication: Prepare and present clear, concise executive summaries that highlight project health, progress, and insights using data-driven storytelling
- Support new club and remodel initiatives: Partner with cross-functional teams to define, scope, and measure the success of merchandising strategies for new and remodeled club openings
Skills
Project Portfolio Management
Risk Management
Stakeholder Management
Data-Driven Insights
Executive Communication
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Process Improvement
Custom Dashboards
Strategic Planning
Merchandising Strategies
Automation Tools
Data Storytelling
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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