(USA) Director, People
About The Position
The (USA) Director, People leads the development and execution of human resources strategies aligned with business objectives, driving organizational change and workforce development. This role ensures compliance with applicable laws and company policies while fostering ethical standards and integrity. By leveraging data analysis and cross-functional collaboration, the Director provides actionable insights to support talent management, succession planning, and performance improvement. The position champions continuous learning, operational excellence, and strong partnerships to enhance associate engagement and business outcomes within a dynamic and evolving environment. About the team: The team advances business growth by transforming strategy into scalable workforce solutions aligned with long-term priorities. It develops strong talent pipelines and shapes the future workforce through strategic planning, operational discipline, and data-driven insights. By empowering leaders with clarity and capabilities, the team fosters high-performing groups and sustained progress. Leading enterprise transformation, it promotes collaboration, guides informed decision-making, and delivers impactful program management across cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Proven expertise in developing and executing human resource strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Strong leadership skills in managing organizational change and workforce development initiatives.
- Experience directing HR operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex data to inform decision-making and improve HR practices.
- Demonstrated success in talent management, including succession planning, talent assessment, and acquisition.
- Commitment to upholding ethical standards and fostering a culture of integrity and accountability.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills to engage stakeholders and drive business results.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field and 5 years’ experience in human resources or related area OR 7 years’ experience in human resources or related area.
- 1 year’s supervisory experience.
Nice To Haves
- Managing a multi-unit operation
- Master's degree or higher in Human Resources, Business or related field.
- PHR or SPHR certification.
- Project Management Certification
- Project management experience
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement human resources strategies aligned with business goals to support organizational growth and change initiatives.
- Advise business leaders on human resources matters, ensuring consistent execution of HR practices and compliance with regulations.
- Lead data analysis efforts to inform decision-making, identify risks, and recommend actionable solutions.
- Oversee talent management processes including recruitment, development, succession planning, and workforce capability enhancement.
- Foster a culture of integrity and ethical conduct by modeling company values and promoting compliance.
- Build strong partnerships across functions to drive business objectives and support associate engagement and performance.
Benefits
- competitive pay
- performance-based bonus awards
- medical coverage
- vision coverage
- dental coverage
- 401(k)
- stock purchase
- company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- parental leave
- family care leave
- bereavement
- jury duty
- voting leave
- short-term disability
- long-term disability
- company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart through Live Better U program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
