Senior Manager, Procurement- Packaging

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

1d•$90,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Role summary: The Senior Manager, Procurement leads the execution of strategic sourcing and category management initiatives to optimize cost, mitigate risks, and enhance supplier performance. This role drives complex business plans, leveraging financial acumen and data analysis to inform decisions and influence stakeholders. Responsible for developing and mentoring teams, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies, the position fosters continuous improvement and operational excellence. The role requires collaboration across functions to deliver measurable business results while supporting Walmart’s commitment to integrity and sustainable practices. About the team: The Senior Manager, Procurement leads efforts focused on GNFR packaging and packaging needs for private brand suppliers at Sam’s Club. This team collaborates closely with Merchants and Sourcing to ensure product availability while optimizing total cost of ownership. Responsibilities include managing bid events and developing procurement strategies that align with business goals. The team emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and financial analysis to drive cost efficiencies and risk mitigation. By leveraging data and cross-functional partnerships, the team supports continuous improvement and effective decision-making to meet operational and customer requirements.

Requirements

Extensive experience in procurement management, category strategy, and strategic sourcing within complex supply chains.
Proven ability to lead negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship management to drive cost efficiencies and risk mitigation.
Strong financial acumen with expertise in total cost of ownership analysis, financial modeling, and data-driven decision making.
Demonstrated skills in stakeholder management, influencing cross-functional teams, and executing multiple business plans simultaneously.
Proficiency in continuous improvement processes and applying advanced analytics to optimize procurement strategies.
Effective leadership capabilities in mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams aligned with business goals.
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, economics, technology, or related field and 5 years' experience in procurement strategy, contract management, analytics, or related field.
Option 2: 6 years’ experience in procurement strategy, contract management, analytics, or related field and 2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams/projects.

Nice To Haves

Certified Purchasing Manager or related purchasing manager certification
Experience with cross-functional teams
Master's degree in business or related field
Supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of category strategies to identify savings and optimize supplier selection.
Manage complex sourcing events, including RFx processes, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation.
Oversee supplier relationship management, conducting performance reviews and driving continuous improvement.
Analyze financial data and total cost of ownership to inform procurement decisions and business cases.
Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve challenges and implement corrective actions.
Mentor and develop team members, setting performance expectations and fostering a high-performing environment.
Ensure compliance with company policies, ethics, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment.
It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
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.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock