Senior Manager, Business Strategy

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Business Strategy (Licensing & Credentials), leads the development and execution of key business plans and initiatives to drive operational performance and growth. This role involves identifying customer and operational needs, removing barriers, and aligning cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives. The position requires managing change initiatives, overseeing process improvements, and providing leadership through coaching and development of associates. The role ensures compliance with company policies and promotes a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement to deliver measurable business results and support Walmart’s mission. Leads strategic licensing and credentialing initiatives to align with business growth. The Upstream Facility Services Safety team is committed to safeguarding over 7,000 field technicians by developing and executing comprehensive safety programs that prevent incidents and enhance service quality. This team leads safety training, audits, and accident prevention efforts while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborating with stakeholders, they continuously improve processes and promote a secure work environment. With expertise in licensing, credentialing, and strategy execution across multiple states and trade disciplines, the team supports operational excellence and the well-being of the workforce through effective leadership and adherence to safety requirements.

Requirements

Proven experience in driving business strategy execution and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong analytical skills to evaluate data, identify barriers, and develop effective solutions.
Ability to lead and develop teams through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
Expertise in collaborating cross-functionally to align strategic priorities and communicate business plans.
Demonstrated adaptability in managing change initiatives and adjusting approaches to ensure successful adoption.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and company policies to ensure compliance and ethical standards.
Commitment to continuous improvement and leveraging insights to enhance operational efficiency.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Social Science, Communications, or related field and 4 years’ experience in retail merchandising, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in retail merchandising, operations management, or related area.

Nice To Haves

Leading cross-functional teams
Supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Drive execution of multiple business plans by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to enhance performance.
Develop and communicate strategic business plans, adjusting approaches based on performance metrics and operational feedback.
Lead and mentor associates through training, coaching, and performance evaluations to build a high-performing, collaborative team environment.
Manage change initiatives by defining objectives, assessing readiness, and ensuring timely implementation across the organization.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to resolve business issues and improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Provide recommendations to senior management by analyzing data, assessing risks, and aligning strategies with company goals.
Oversee development and communication of key business strategies, programs, and associate training content.

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 leave
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.