(USA) Director, Product Management, Inventory Planning and Replenishment

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

2d • $130,000 - $260,000

About The Position

Role summary: The (USA) Director, Product Management leads the development and execution of comprehensive product strategies, leveraging data-driven insights to drive effective decision-making and customer-focused solutions. This role oversees product roadmaps, mentors teams, and fosters collaboration across stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful delivery. The director champions innovation by integrating emerging technologies and industry best practices while optimizing processes to enhance product value. With a strong emphasis on communication and leadership, this position advances business objectives through strategic planning, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. About the team: The Walmart Inventory and Replenishment Product Management team drives the development of advanced planning and forecasting solutions using machine learning and statistical modeling. This team oversees the inventory planning ecosystem across omni-channel networks, focusing on forecasting, inventory placement, targets, and item lifecycle management. By optimizing inventory positioning and safety stock, the team enhances operational efficiency. Members demonstrate strong ownership, data-driven decision making, and collaborate closely with engineering and business partners. They lead product strategy, execution, and continuous improvement to support Walmart’s supply chain excellence and innovation.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in product strategy, roadmap development, and lifecycle management in complex environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring teams and driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in data-driven decision making, including analytics tools and insight extraction to inform product direction.
• Deep understanding of customer needs, journey mapping, and process optimization to enhance product value.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder influencing abilities to build consensus and align resources.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies, MVP creation, and modern product development practices.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, system architecture concepts, and innovation management.
• Knowledge of ecommerce/retail/supply chain
• Deep understanding of data science for inventory optimization use cases
• Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related area and 11 years’ experience in product management.
• Option 2: 13 years’ experience in product management or related area.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related area and 10 years’ experience as a product manager, ideally working on consumer-facing, large-scale, highly complex B2B/C products
• Supervisory experience
• We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.
• The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.
• Masters: Business Administration
• Masters: Computer Engineering
• Masters: Computer Science

Responsibilities

• Lead development and ownership of complex product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Utilize data-driven insights and analytics to guide product decisions and optimize feature performance.
• Drive customer-centric strategies by identifying needs, mapping journeys, and implementing scalable processes.
• Mentor and coach team members on product management best practices and roadmap development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to influence resource allocation and secure alignment for product initiatives.
• Oversee product lifecycle management, including MVP creation, go-to-market strategies, and scaling.
• Promote adoption of emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance product innovation.

Benefits

• At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
• Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director