Senior Analyst, Assortment Activation
About The Position
The Senior Analyst, Assortment Activation, supports business plans by identifying operational needs and driving execution of merchandising strategies. The role manages cross-functional initiatives, analyzes data to inform decisions, and provides insights to senior leadership to enhance performance. It develops and communicates priorities, removes obstacles, and supports continuous improvement. The analyst applies expert knowledge and fosters collaboration to align work with company goals, while supporting effective training and process enhancements that deliver operational value and excellence. The team executes business plans and merchandising strategies by identifying operational needs, setting priorities, and delivering measurable results. It collaborates across functions to improve store processes and implement effective solutions. Using data and customer insights, the team supports informed decision-making and continuous improvement, promotes accountability and learning, empowers associates, and maintains a customer-focused approach. The team builds partnerships and aligns stakeholders to support efficient operations and sustainable outcomes, consistent with Walmart’s values of integrity, transparency, and ethical leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, or 2 years of experience in business management, merchandising, or a related area.
- Experience managing cross-functional initiatives and executing business strategies to support operational and customer needs.
- Strong data analysis and business planning skills to identify opportunities and develop actionable insights.
- Project management expertise, including developing contingency plans and adapting to changing priorities.
- Effective communication skills to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and deliver clear business recommendations.
- Knowledge of merchandising programs, training development, and process improvement.
- Commitment to integrity, accountability, and a collaborative work environment aligned with company values.
Nice To Haves
- Operations experience.
Responsibilities
- Support execution of business plans by identifying operational needs and removing obstacles to enhance performance.
- Manage cross-functional initiatives affecting store and corporate processes, including merchandising programs and communications.
- Provide senior management with insights and recommendations on merchandise priorities and system support developments.
- Develop and manage training programs, including creating content, assisting with delivery, and evaluating effectiveness.
- Analyze data to develop solutions to business challenges and recommend process improvements.
- Build and maintain stakeholder relationships to align efforts with business objectives.
- Monitor progress, adjust plans, and implement contingency strategies to meet changing demands.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards.
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k).
- Stock purchase plan; additional stock compensation may apply to certain positions.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, and voting leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Company discounts.
- Military Leave Pay.
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
- PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
- Live Better U education benefit program, with tuition, books, and fees paid by Walmart for eligible associates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
