Director, Technical Program Management

Walmart•Sunnyvale, CA

13d•$130,000 - $338,000

About The Position

Building the right technology foundation for Infrastructure & platforms is vital to success at the scale of Walmart. Our team builds and maintains the foundational technologies that support the tech organization. Included in this are data platforms, enterprise architecture, DevOps, cloud computing, and infrastructure. All of these products and services are supported by scalable and powerful infrastructure, ensuring a secure and seamless employee and customer experience across stores, digital channels, and distribution centers. What you'll do... The Director, Technical Program Management leads the enterprise-wide strategy for vendor and contract governance, ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals. This role oversees vendor negotiations, contract tracking, and lifecycle management, while collaborating with cross-functional teams—including Finance, FinOps, Legal, Procurement, and Operations—to optimize vendor relationships and spending. The Director also supports financial planning and communicates vendor-driven changes, playing a key role in governance, audit compliance, risk mitigation, and strategic decision-making. What you'll do:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
At least 5 years of experience in complex B2B/C environments or roles requiring advanced data-driven decision-making and quantitative analysis (proficiency in Excel, SQL, and statistical methods)
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver large-scale change initiatives
Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of financial modeling, governance frameworks, audit and risk assessment, process design, strategic forecasting, and vendor negotiation strategies
Master’s degree in computer science, management information systems, industrial engineering, engineering management, business, information systems, project/program management, information technology, finance, management, or related area and 5 years' experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area.
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.

Responsibilities

Partner with cross-functional team to drive successful vendor negotiations and manage the full contract lifecycle
Oversee contract tracking, compliance reporting, and audit readiness
Collaborate with analysts and operational teams to maintain accurate contract records and monitor vendor performance
Identify opportunities for vendor consolidation and cost savings leveraging metrics like product consumption, SKU analysis, etc
Align with stakeholders to ensure contract strategies meet operational requirements.
Partner with Finance & FinOps on budgeting and communicate vendor pricing changes.
Coordinate with Legal, Procurement, Finance, FinOps and Pillar leadership to ensure compliant, cost-effective vendor engagement
Establish operating rhythms (QBRs, product adoption, decommission strategies) and gates/processes around contract engagement (i.e. ensuring usage is appropriate and within contractual limits)

Benefits

Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance.
Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
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.
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.