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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Supply ChainIndustries
Requirements
- 8–12 years in strategy, program management, product or business operations
- Proven ability to influence without authority and deliver in matrixed organizations
- Strong executive communication and presentation skills
- Experience launching and iterating programs in large, complex environments
- End-user orientation and comfort with ambiguity
- Bachelor's degree (Option 1: Bach)
Responsibilities
- Lead strategy, design, testing, and launch of supplier capability initiatives (e.g., assessments, intake, readiness)
- Drive execution of key deliverables, ensuring stakeholder commitments are met with quality
- Manage roadmaps and intake processes with strong program management discipline
- Present updates, recommendations, and escalations with executive presence
- Advocate for suppliers, merchants, and end users, ensuring initiatives deliver real value
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What benefits does Walmart offer for this role?
Walmart offers competitive pay, performance-based bonus awards, health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage, financial benefits like 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance, plus paid time off including PTO, parental leave, and more.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What experience and skills are required for this Senior Manager role?
Candidates need 8–12 years in strategy, program management, product or business operations, proven ability to influence without authority in matrixed organizations, strong executive communication and presentation skills, and experience launching programs in complex environments.
What is the Sourcing team like at Walmart?
Walmart’s Sourcing team is dedicated to delivering quality, name-brand goods at exceptional value by partnering with reliable suppliers worldwide, balancing quality, cost, and delivery, while bridging product, tech, and business stakeholders.
What makes a strong candidate for this position?
A strong candidate will have 8–12 years of relevant experience, the ability to influence without authority in matrixed settings, strong executive presence, and comfort with ambiguity while delivering programs that create value for suppliers and stakeholders.
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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