(USA) Senior Manager, Project Management

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

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About The Position

The Senior Manager, Project Management leads complex, cross-functional projects by aligning business priorities with operational needs and ensuring resource availability. The role oversees project planning, risk mitigation, and performance measurement while supporting team development and collaboration. It requires effective stakeholder engagement, data-driven decision-making, and adherence to company policies and ethical standards. The Senior Manager drives continuous improvement and manages project deliverables in support of organizational goals and a culture of accountability and excellence.

The team leads high-visibility supply chain construction projects supporting Walmart’s nationwide logistics network, managing work from planning through turnover with internal and external partners. The role provides ownership of projects and broad exposure to the development and operation of Walmart facilities, with an emphasis on safe, efficient, and scalable execution, leadership, risk management, and clear communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field and 4 years of experience in business, operations, analytics, or a related area; alternatively, 6 years of experience in those areas.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• 3 years of project management experience.
• Experience leading and managing multiple complex projects, with strong prioritization and resource coordination skills.
• Ability to develop, communicate, and execute business plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Leadership experience mentoring, coaching, and developing teams.
• Stakeholder management skills, including building relationships and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Skills in risk identification, mitigation strategies, and project performance monitoring.
• Excellent communication skills for conveying project status and facilitating collaboration.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing small- or medium-scale change initiatives.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Project Management Certification.
• Six Sigma certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple business plans and projects by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to improve performance.
• Supervise and develop associates through mentoring, training, and performance management.
• Evaluate and improve plans and initiatives in consultation with stakeholders and through the use of best practices.
• Manage cross-functional projects using data, resource forecasts, milestone monitoring, and status communication to key stakeholders.
• Drive change through data-driven recommendations, team education, and alignment with business goals.
• Establish and audit consistent project workflows and standards to ensure quality deliverables.
• Manage project planning, risk mitigation, performance measurement, and deliverables.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k).
• Stock purchase plan.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick leave.
• Parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and voting leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Company discounts.
• Military Leave Pay.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• Live Better U education benefit, with tuition, books, and fees paid for eligible programs.
• Performance-based bonus awards.
• Stock may be included as additional compensation for certain positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager