Senior Manager, Program Management

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

11d•$80,000 - $155,000

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Program Management leads the execution of complex business initiatives by aligning cross-functional teams, driving process improvements, and ensuring performance targets are met. This role involves developing and communicating strategic plans, removing obstacles, and fostering a collaborative environment that supports associate growth and operational excellence. The position requires strong decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and adaptability to evolving business needs. By leveraging data-driven insights and promoting continuous learning, the Senior Manager ensures program success while upholding company values and delivering measurable results that enhance overall organizational effectiveness. About the team: The Digital and Operations Transformation team at Walmart’s Global Talent & Learning leads cross-functional digital initiatives to modernize work processes and enhance global business operations. This team excels in project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communication to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Members collaborate closely with stakeholders to influence decisions and deliver measurable outcomes. Focused on advancing operational goals and associate experience, the team prioritizes effective risk management, clear project documentation, and leadership to ensure successful execution of complex projects across the organization.

Requirements

Proven expertise in program management with a strong track record of driving business plans and project execution.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability to achieve strategic objectives.
Skilled in decision making, prioritizing assignments, and resolving critical issues through data-driven insights and stakeholder engagement.
Experience in process improvement and business process optimization aligned with organizational goals.
Excellent communication skills to develop and deliver clear program strategies and updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Proficiency in Agile methodology and customer relationship management to enhance program outcomes and service delivery.
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.

Nice To Haves

Managing a budget, profit and loss statement, or relate financial process
Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field like (not limited to) project management, compliance, operations management, or related area
Project Management Certification

Responsibilities

Lead execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to ensure targets are met.
Supervise and develop associates through mentoring, training, and performance management to build a collaborative team environment.
Partner with senior leaders to define goals, risks, and success criteria, and communicate program requirements to stakeholders and executives.
Drive continuous process improvements by conducting gap analyses, implementing best practices, and aligning initiatives with company strategy.
Evaluate program performance using data analytics, recommend adjustments, and influence cross-functional teams to optimize outcomes.
Foster strong relationships across teams to support business objectives and promote a culture of accountability and integrity.

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.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
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. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock