(USA) Senior Director, Merchandising Execution

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

13d•$130,000 - $260,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director, Merchandising Execution - Women's, leads strategic inventory planning and operational performance across the Women's business unit. The role requires collaboration and ownership with senior leadership to establish business objectives, optimize processes and priorities to achieve those objectives, and foster continuous improvement across the entire team. Strong leadership and business acumen are essential to advance merchandising execution and support organizational goals effectively. The team is dedicated to advancing Walmart’s mission to democratize fashion across the US by ensuring optimal inventory placement through stores and fulfillment centers. Collaborating closely with merchant partners, design, product development, and sourcing, the team delivers a superior customer value proposition. They focus on flawless execution of replenishment strategies aligned with financial objectives. By leveraging strong leadership, business strategies, merchandising expertise, operational performance management, the team drives impactful decision making that enhance inventory planning, operational efficiency, and overall business performance.

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in merchandising and operational performance management within complex business environments.
Expertise in developing and executing business strategies that align inventory, financial goals, and merchandising priorities.
Ability to analyze business trends, financial data, and operational metrics to drive informed decision-making.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale initiatives to improve processes and achieve business objectives.
Commitment to fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and ethical business practices.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field and 6 years’ experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area OR 8 years’ experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.
4 years’ supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading a cross-functional team.
Experience negotiating with third party suppliers.
Experience using Microsoft Office
Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Responsibilities

Lead a high-performing team to execute replenishment strategies and planning processes that support strategic outcomes and growth.
Lead in leveraging AI where applicable to improve speed to decisions while enhancing insights and actions thru data.
Develop and implement merchandising strategies while working cross-functionally (with partners inside of and outside of merchandising, as needed).
Provide strategic guidance on business objectives to ensure execution achieves intended outcomes; including leading transformational initiatives + cross-functional teams.
Drive execution of business plans by removing obstacles, allocating resources, and adjusting performance standards.
Cultivate talent through recruitment, development, and succession planning to maintain a skilled workforce.

Benefits

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 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.