Senior Product Manager, Investment Products
EmpowerSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, GroceryIndustries
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of produce and floral business operations, including floor and backroom processes, quality, inventory, production, sanitation, equipment usage, safety, and compliance
- Expertise in managing seasonality (item volume, product knowledge, processes) and prioritizing time between areas
- Proficiency with digital tools and handheld technology for sales planning, shopping experience improvement, associate engagement, production, training, and product quality decisions
- Ability to supervise and lead a team of hourly associates, communicate goals, execute company programs, and adhere to policies
- Skills in teaching, training, mentoring, and developing team members, identifying potential, encouraging career growth, and sourcing talent
- Capability to collaborate with managers, coworkers, customers, business partners, and other team leaders
- Strong commitment to operational excellence, profitability, member service, compliance, ethics, integrity, and Walmart values
- Demonstrated leadership in creating inclusive environments, building relationships, motivating teams, and adapting to change
Responsibilities
- Supervise the Produce and Floral team to deliver on the business plan and contribute to club success
- Communicate department goals, execute company programs, adhere to policies, and advocate for members, associates, and the company
- Work collaboratively with other team leaders to ensure the club meets member expectations
- Maintain produce area standards for quality, inventory, production, sanitation, equipment, safety, and compliance
- Manage seasonality, ensure team resources, share knowledge, and train associates
- Leverage digital tools to drive sales, improve shopping experiences, elevate associate engagement, and make real-time business decisions
- Drive business results through operational excellence, profitability planning, maintaining neat/clean/safe work areas, staffing levels, audits, compliance, and merchandise layout
- Teach, train, and develop team skills for high-quality products and member service; encourage career growth and source talent
- Develop, communicate, and implement processes by collaborating, analyzing data, monitoring progress, and addressing improvements
- Demonstrate, promote, and support compliance with policies, procedures, ethics, and integrity; assist with corrections using Open Door Policy
- Lead and participate in teams by sharing resources, determining needs/priorities, coordinating work, providing feedback, ensuring timelines/quality, and modeling adaptability
- Embrace differences, foster belonging, create thriving opportunities, build trusting relationships, communicate positively, mentor others, and recognize contributions
- Model highest standards of integrity, ethics, compliance, and Walmart values
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this a full-time position?
Yes, this is a full-time employment position.
What is the work location for this Produce Lead role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What key skills are needed for the Produce Lead position?
Key skills include supervising teams, in-depth knowledge of produce operations including quality, inventory, sanitation, and safety, leveraging digital tools, and training associates for career growth.
What is the company culture like for this role at Walmart?
The culture emphasizes collaboration with other team leaders, advocacy for members, associates, and the company, commitment to operational excellence, member service, and supporting compliance with ethics and integrity.
What makes a strong candidate for the Produce Lead role?
Strong candidates demonstrate leadership in supervising teams, expertise in produce operations, ability to leverage technology for business decisions, and skills in training and developing associates for high performance and career growth.
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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