The posting
Position Summary...
The Director, Merchandising leads the development and execution of comprehensive category strategies to drive business growth and profitability. This role oversees pricing, assortment, and channel strategies while managing supplier relationships and financial performance. The Director guides a high-performing team, ensuring alignment with company objectives and customer-centric decision-making across all channels. Utilizing data-driven insights, this position supports operational efficiency and innovation, fosters collaboration across functions, and champions continuous improvement to deliver exceptional results in a dynamic retail environment.
About the team:
The Refrigerated Produce team leads strategic merchandising by utilizing data insights and trend analysis to enhance member experiences. Collaborating across functions, the team optimizes assortment planning, supply chain efficiency, and supplier partnerships. They anticipate market trends to develop innovative strategies that drive sales and operational excellence. Focused on continuous improvement, the team employs advanced analytics and clear communication to meet business objectives. Their proactive problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration ensure high-quality product offerings and seamless execution aligned with Walmart’s commitment to value and member satisfaction.
What you'll do...
- Develop and execute comprehensive category and merchandising strategies to drive business growth and profitability.
- Lead and manage a high-performing team, providing guidance, development, and performance oversight.
- Oversee pricing, promotion, and assortment decisions aligned with customer insights and competitive analysis.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize supply chain, vendor relationships, and inventory management.
- Utilize data analytics to inform decisions, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer experience across channels.
- Manage financial planning, budgeting, and profit and loss responsibilities for assigned categories.
- Drive supplier negotiations and ensure compliance with company policies and standards.
What you'll bring:
- Extensive experience in category and financial management, driving profit and loss accountability for complex categories.
- Proven leadership in team management, including talent development, performance oversight, and engagement.
- Strong expertise in category, assortment, and pricing strategies aligned with customer-centric and omnichannel approaches.
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate with suppliers and manage vendor relationships effectively.
- Proficiency in business planning, budget forecasting, and operational efficiency improvements.
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Data-driven mindset with capability to leverage analytics for strategic merchandising decisions.
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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock
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Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising , or related field and 5 years’ experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area. OR 7 years’ experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.
2 years’ supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Leading cross-functional teams, Microsoft Office, Negotiating with third-party suppliers
Masters: Business Administration
Primary Location...
701 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
