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Position Summary…
What you’ll do… Assortment Strategy & Management: Possess knowledge of: Assortment analytics sources and reports; assortment performance metrics; assortmentmanagement tools. To be able to carry out the following responsibilities: Works with merchants on assortment strategy and management for aspecific category or department; follows processes and procedures for managing assortment quality; assists with the development of lists ofassortment needs for a department or category; develops plans to address needs; records information used to assess assortment performance andopportunities; produces and uses basic reports. Business Process Improvement: Possess Knowledge of: Process improvement processes and guidelines; problem-solving methodologies; processdocumentation resources and policies. To be able to carry out the following responsibilities: Participates in defining organizational strategic goals andpurposes; defines strategies to gather and keep customers; analyzes business processes, identifies alternative solutions to outdated processes, andassesses feasibility; establishes requirements for large changes in the overall mission, roles, responsibilities, and processes necessary to makebusiness improvements; evaluates financial, cultural, technological, and other factors; recommends new approaches that seek the use of advancedtechnology; works to overcome business process improvement resistance from managers, the labor force, and other groups. Data Transformation & Integration: Possess knowledge of: Data quality guidelines; data customization techniques; data management tools; datatransformation processes. To be able to carry out the following responsibilities: Extracts data from identified databases; creates data pipelines andtransforms multiple data sources into usable data sets; develops knowledge of current data transformation processes; customizes transformed datasets for multiple audiences and reporting goals. Partnership & Collaboration: Possess knowledge of: Stakeholder identification and mapping; stakeholder analysis; stakeholder communication;stakeholder engagement techniques; stakeholder management effectiveness tools and methods; fluency in specialized business vernacular. To beable to carry out the following responsibilities: Builds, maintains, and enhances effective internal and external partnerships; influences outcomes andassists in communicating shared goals with diverse groups and parties; identifies and addresses additional partner needs and educates them onvalue creation; communicates with other individuals or teams to solve shared problems; identifies how changes in business strategy impact talent andrecruiting strategies; consults regularly with leaders of business unit(s) to advise on strategic decisions; brings ideas and solutions proactively to thebusiness and team members; promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Strategic Business Acumen: Possess knowledge of: Industry, environmental, economic factors and competitors (for example, market fluctuations,changes in policies or politics, emerging technology, cultural practices); global business strategy; translating business knowledge into actionableinsights; business management practices across multiple domains (for example, merchandise, supply chain marketing, sales, technology, businesssystems, human resources) and in-depth knowledge of company practices; business metrics (for example, fiscal financial targets, product sales,service line and operational budgets, technology spend). To be able to carry out the following responsibilities: Develops, evaluates, and implementsproposed business cases for projects and initiatives; influences business stakeholder decision making; translates business requirements intostrategies, initiatives, and projects, aligns them to the business strategy and objectives, and drives the execution of deliverables; demonstratesexpertise of multiple business units/organizations being supported; builds and articulates the business case and return on investment; challengesbusiness assumptions on topics related to assigned domain expertise; develops new, function-wide processes and ways of working; teaches andguides others on best practices; proactively engages in the external community to build Walmart’s brand and learn more about industry practices;supports and influences evidence-based decision making by objectively establishing requirements, identifying options, and selecting andrecommending solutions to deliver services that provide value to business; recognizes and translates complex data into insights to supportstakeholders and explain complex data in an easy to understand way; anticipates the relative positive and negative impacts of every aspect offinancial management; participates in making business decisions based on financial forecasts and models. Entrepreneurial Innovation: Possess knowledge of: Overall business targets for assigned product categories; assortment of products available acrossmarkets; customer preferences and demand patterns; market pricing and deals across suppliers; concepts like Minimum Viable Product. To be ableto carry out the following responsibilities: Understands future customer needs to monitor market trends for assigned category and makerecommendations; creates quarterly plans and enables implementation to achieve sourcing targets; recommends changes in merchandiseassortment based on customer feedback and local market preferences/ seasonality; recommends changes in product mix, SKU mix, prices, andassortment based on customer feedback; identifies and assesses the value of adopting or adapting elements of business models from otherindustries. Seller Lifecycle: Possess knowledge of: Seller segments, business structures, categories, and capabilities; key performance metrics and evaluationtechniques; market forces and global trends that may impact seller performance; business drivers for sellers, markets, and segments. To be able tocarry out the following responsibilities: Identifies new and emerging sellers with differentiating core capabilities; engages with sellers to gain insightson categories and market trends; monitors and reports on seller performance and implements strategies to improve performance; reviews sellerdetails, capabilities, and competencies and submits recommendations to leadership; collaborates with sellers and stakeholders to identify and implement innovative ideas. Digital Literacy and Analytics: Possess knowledge of: Sources of relevant data; data analysis techniques; data dashboard tools (for example,PowerBI, Tableau); sources of industry trend information; spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. To be able to carry out the followingresponsibilities: Leverages data analysis tools to explore simple data; performs basic statistical analysis; derives insights; and creates basic reports;identifies, implements, and drives technology change within scope of work; uses visualization tools to represent data and construct coherent stories toinfluence decisions; explains how customer analytics can enhance customer relationship management; helps others locate learning resources relatedto customer analytics; identifies the business units currently using customer analytics within the organization; describes the major initiatives thatdepend on customer analytics for successful outcomes; explains the relationship between statistical measurement and business improvement;explains measurements of business performance and how to identify trends; describes the technology and core applications used for trackingbusiness performance and applying data to business decisions. Negotiation: Possess knowledge of: Negotiation techniques, tactics, tools, and processes; internal and external stakeholder mapping; regulatoryrequirements and management of supplier agreements. To be able to carry out the following responsibilities: Identifies similarities and differences inpositions and assesses impacts on discussions; protects company positions while demonstrating willingness to achieve “win-win”; successfullycompletes significant negotiations, both internal and external; ensures negotiators have awareness of complementary yet diverse interests; detectsand addresses lack of progress or stalemates; details the risks of negotiation breakdown from each party’s perspective; leads fact-based decisions inhigh-risk situations (for example, industry trends for product development); seeks guidance on and escalates complex legal and/or regulatory issues. Retail Trends and Direction: Possess knowledge of: Overall business targets for respective business area; industry and competition trends andoutlooks; market potential; product categories, SKUs, relevant quantities, and seasonal/relevant trends; customer preferences and demand patterns;EDLC/Pricing and Variance analysis; market conditions; market positioning. To be able to carry out the following responsibilities: Explains retailbenchmarks and relates these to own organization; discusses company retail practices in relation to those of other organizations; compares andcontrasts information sources; outlines organizational implications associated with major trends; analyzes trends associated with a variety of products,services, and markets; understands the dynamics that impact the market (for example, market fluctuations, changes in regulatory policies or politics,emerging technology, cultural practices). Live our Values Culture Champion • Models the Walmart values to foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; and supports Walmart’s commitment to communities, social justice, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability; maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance. Servant Leadership • Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, and transparent. Embrace Change Curiosity & Courage • Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks. Digital Transformation & Change • Seeks and implements continuous improvements and encourages the team to leverage new digital tools and ways of working. Deliver for the Customer Customer Focus • Delivers expected business results while putting the customer first and consistently applying an omni-merchant mindset and the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans. Strategic Thinking • Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and shaping the team’s strategy. Focus on our Associates Diversity, Equity & Inclusion • Identifies, attracts, and retains diverse and inclusive team members; builds a high-performing team; embraces diversity in all its forms; and actively supports diversity goal programs. Collaboration & Influence • Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives; and communicates with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action. Talent Management • Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent, promotes an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive 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 at https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J .
The annual salary range for this position is $119,000.00-$221,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance incentives.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
– Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
– Stock equity incentives
Minimum Qualifications…
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field and 4 years’ experience in Business Management, Marketing, Omni-Channel
Merchandising, or a related area. Option 2: 6 years’ experience in Business Management, Marketing, Omni-Channel Merchandising, or a related
area.
Preferred Qualifications…
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Business Management, Marketing, Omni-Channel Merchandising, or a related area
Primary Location… 1715 R ST. STE C OF BLOCK 2, SACRAMENTO, CA 95811-0000, United States of America
About Walmart
At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
All the benefits you need for you and your family
- Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents
- Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more
- Associate discounts in-store and online
- Education assistance for Associate and dependents
- Parental Leave
- Pay during military service
- Paid Time off – to include vacation, sick, parental
- Short-term and long-term disability for when you can’t work because of injury, illness, or childbirth
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 specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.
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