Manager, Program Management

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

1d • $70,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary... What you'll do... The Program Content Manager operates at the center of strategy and execution for one of the most forward-looking initiatives in retail: Drone Delivery. This is not a “make slides” role. This is a narrative ownership role. You will architect the story of the Drone Program — ensuring leaders, partners, and cross-functional teams clearly understand where we’re going, why it matters, and how we win. You’ll transform complexity into alignment, protect message integrity across a fast-moving matrix organization, and elevate how the program shows up at every level — from working teams to executive forums. If you thrive in high-visibility environments where clarity is currency and precision matters, this role is built for you. The role is based in Bentonville, AR and reports to the Senior Program Manager. You’ll sweep us off our feet if… Consistently turn complexity into clarity without losing nuance Possess high emotional intelligence and sharp organizational awareness Know how to influence without authority and manage upward with confidence Can operate in ambiguity without waiting for perfect inputs Have the discipline to safeguard the integrity of a narrative in a fast-moving environment Bring strong visual storytelling instincts and design fluency Balance strategic thinking with operational execution You’ll make an impact by… Narrative Architecture & Strategic Messaging Define and manage the overarching story of the Drone Program Translate strategy and business objectives into clear, scalable messaging frameworks Ensure consistency of voice, positioning, and visual identity across audiences Executive-Level Content Development Build executive-ready presentations that drive decisions Transform complex, multifaceted information into sharp, visually compelling narratives Distill ambiguity into insight and action Design & Asset Governance Create and manage a robust, scalable library of design assets Establish layout standards and storytelling structures Maintain brand alignment with Walmart standards while elevating program identity Protect the narrative from fragmentation across stakeholders Cross-Functional Influence Partner across matrixed teams to align messaging and priorities Navigate competing inputs while maintaining strategic coherence Support program management communications and operating rhythms

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience in strategic communications, change management, creative operations, content strategy, marketing, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience building executive-facing materials
• Strong storytelling and visual design capabilities (PowerPoint/Keynote fluency required; design tools a plus)
• Experience operating in matrixed or enterprise environments
• Ability to prioritize under pressure and manage multiple stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 2 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management or related area OR 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.

Nice To Haves

• Leading a cross-functional team
• Retail Link
• Working with profit and loss responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Narrative Architecture & Strategic Messaging Define and manage the overarching story of the Drone Program Translate strategy and business objectives into clear, scalable messaging frameworks Ensure consistency of voice, positioning, and visual identity across audiences
• Executive-Level Content Development Build executive-ready presentations that drive decisions Transform complex, multifaceted information into sharp, visually compelling narratives Distill ambiguity into insight and action
• Design & Asset Governance Create and manage a robust, scalable library of design assets Establish layout standards and storytelling structures Maintain brand alignment with Walmart standards while elevating program identity Protect the narrative from fragmentation across stakeholders
• Cross-Functional Influence Partner across matrixed teams to align messaging and priorities Navigate competing inputs while maintaining strategic coherence Support program management communications and operating rhythms

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level