(USA) Senior Manager, Communications

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

4d•$90,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Global Communications – Sourcing & Procurement plays a pivotal role in narrating Walmart's sourcing journey to the world. The ideal candidate is someone who collaborates well, can tell compelling stories that move the needle with key audiences and is ready to dive in headfirst to ensure tasks are completed successfully. This role involves building strong relationships with sourcing & procurement leaders, understanding their unique communication styles, and proactively addressing their communication needs as well as collaborating with various teams such as merchandising, operations, supply chain, logistics, ethics and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field and 4 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or relevant area OR 6 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or relevant area.
1 year’s supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

You excel in engaging storytelling, creative thinking, and visionary planning.
You are adept at assessing and mitigating risks.
You have established relationships with media contacts in retail, sourcing, and other business sectors.
You possess experience in supporting executive communications.
You demonstrate discipline and organization, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
You have a knack for simplifying complex subjects for better understanding.
You can effectively collaborate with our agency partners.
You have a passport with no legal restrictions to travel.
Politics, journalism, or relevant area, Working in a corporate retail or Fortune 100 environment

Responsibilities

Developing communication strategies for Walmart's sourcing & procurement organization, encompassing supplier development, procurement, sourcing initiatives, innovation, surety of supply, operations, and people and tech.
Acting as a strategic advisor to the business.
Shaping Walmart's sourcing narrative.
Leading press events and media announcements, including executive interview preparation.
Counseling on speaking opportunities and interview requests.
Partnering with senior sourcing leaders to enhance their thought leadership.
Operating with a high sense of urgency.
Delivering communication assets that enhance the enterprise narrative.
Taking initiative and getting out ahead of challenges.