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. This 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 fosters collaboration, applies expert knowledge, and supports training and process enhancements to promote alignment with company goals and operational excellence. The team executes business plans and merchandising strategies by identifying operational needs, setting priorities, and delivering measurable results. It collaborates across functions to enhance store processes and implement solutions, using data and customer insights to support decision-making and continuous improvement. The team promotes accountability, learning, associate empowerment, customer focus, strong partnerships, and alignment 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.
- Proven 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 drive actionable insights.
- Expertise in project management, 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 to enhance performance and compliance.
- Commitment to integrity, accountability, and fostering 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 impacting store and corporate processes, including merchandising programs and communications.
- Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on merchandise priorities and system support developments.
- Develop and manage training programs, including content creation, delivery assistance, and evaluation of effectiveness.
- Analyze data to drive solutions for business challenges and recommend process improvements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to align efforts with business objectives.
- Monitor progress, adjust plans, and implement contingency strategies to meet evolving demands.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off, including sick leave
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Voting leave
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Live Better U paid education benefit program, including tuition, books, and fees
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Additional annual or quarterly performance bonuses
- Stock for certain positions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
