Manager, Program Management
About The Position
The Manager, Third Party Operations & Program Management role will serve as a pillar for Walmart’s external data ecosystem, sitting at the intersection of Walmart Data Ventures (DV), third‑party data providers, and cross‑functional internal stakeholders. The position is responsible for supporting end‑to‑end governance, contract ownership, operational execution, and strategic evolution of external data partnerships. The team specializes in third-party enablement, driving Walmart’s global growth through strategic vendor engagement. It focuses on governance, automation, and value creation to ensure seamless collaboration and operational excellence. Prioritizing accountability, clear communication, and continuous improvement, the team manages complex programs and stakeholder relationships effectively. Leading cross-functional coordination and innovation, it advances operational strategies from tactical to strategic levels while safeguarding data and delivering consistent value. This group fosters a results-oriented environment that supports evolving business needs and strengthens partnerships to achieve sustained success.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in merchandising, business, operations, analytics, supply chain, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in merchandising, relationship management, third-party data
- Experience improving or scaling operational workflows or governance frameworks.
- Strong analytical skills with experience using workflow tools (ServiceNow, Salesforce, Airtable) and Excel/Sheets.
- Ability to simplify complex requirements and communicate clearly across teams.
- Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong relationship-building skills with experience supporting cross-functional initiatives.
- Self-starter with attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Option 1: Bachelor'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 3 years’ experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area.
- Option 2: 5 years’ experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area.
Nice To Haves
- 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 2 years’ experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area.
Responsibilities
- Act as the day‑to‑day support of Walmart Data Ventures’ external third-party data ecosystem, with responsibility for issue resolution and operational excellence within the third-party ecosystem
- Support third-party data contracts from inception through execution and renewal
- Ensure all third-party agreements align with Walmart Data Ventures standards, third‑party governance principles, and enterprise data policies, consistent with broader 3P strategy frameworks
- Support the progressive centralization of third-party data responsibilities as work transitions from other internal teams into an accountable owner.
- Continuously assess gaps, risks, and inefficiencies in current operating models and drive improvements to governance, tooling, and execution.
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
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
