(USA) Senior Manager, Program Management

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Program Management leads the execution of multiple strategic business initiatives by aligning priorities, removing obstacles, and driving performance improvements. This role oversees cross-functional teams, fosters talent development, and ensures adherence to company policies and ethical standards. By partnering with senior leadership, the position supports informed decision-making, continuous process enhancements, and effective communication across stakeholders. The role emphasizes data-driven evaluation of program outcomes and champions a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence to deliver impactful business results aligned with organizational goals. The Growth PMO team operates at the nexus of strategy, talent, and execution, collaborating with Global Tech and AI, Product & Design to develop systems that support associate growth. Leading initiatives across Early Careers, the Fellows Program, competencies, promotion processes, and manager enablement, the team shapes how technical talent is attracted, developed, and advanced. With a broad impact across the technical talent lifecycle, the team partners with leaders and cross-functional groups to solve complex challenges, enhance the associate experience, and build scalable talent solutions that drive business success today and prepare for the future.

Requirements

Proven program management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from strategy through execution.
Ability to influence and build trusted partnerships across senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholder groups, navigating ambiguity and driving alignment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data and insights to inform decisions, measure outcomes, and continuously improve programs.
Experience designing or improving business processes, operating models, or talent programs, with a focus on scalability, simplicity, and business impact.
Ability to analyze performance data, identify trends, and recommend actionable solutions to enhance program outcomes.
Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.
3 years’ experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.

Nice To Haves

Managing a budget, profit and loss statement, or relate financial process
Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field like (not limited to) project management, compliance, operations management, or related area
Project Management Certification

Responsibilities

Lead strategic talent growth initiatives spanning skills and competencies, promotion processes, and manager enablement to strengthen how technical talent is developed and advanced across the organization.
Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to align priorities, manage risks, and deliver scalable, business-aligned solutions.
Use data, metrics, and stakeholder insights to evaluate program effectiveness, identify opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.
Build trusted partnerships, navigate ambiguity, and connect strategy with execution to deliver meaningful outcomes and an exceptional associate and manager experience.

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 leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)