(USA) Senior Manager, Sourcing

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Sourcing, leads the development and execution of advanced sourcing strategies by collaborating with cross-functional partners to meet product demand and align with business objectives. This role oversees vendor relationships, negotiates cost-effective agreements, and ensures supply continuity while driving innovation and quality improvements. The position requires managing complex sourcing programs, evaluating supplier performance, and guiding teams to achieve operational excellence. The Senior Manager fosters a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and ethical standards to support Walmart’s growth and commitment to delivering value to customers. The Personal Care & Beauty Sourcing team collaborates closely with Merchandising, Product Development, and global suppliers to create competitive assortments for Walmart customers. This team develops and executes sourcing strategies, identifies and nurtures supplier relationships, negotiates costs, mitigates risks, and drives innovation within the Personal Care & Beauty category. Members work cross-functionally to influence business strategy, uncover new sourcing opportunities, and deliver quality, innovation, and value. The team values collaboration, analytical thinking, and results-driven approaches to support Walmart’s commitment to providing exceptional products and experiences.

Requirements

Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management within complex supply chains.
Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business growth and operational plans.
Strong negotiation skills to secure cost-effective agreements while maintaining quality and supplier performance.
Expertise in evaluating vendor capabilities, conducting performance reviews, and managing multi-year contracts.
Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams, driving continuous improvement, and fostering collaborative cross-functional partnerships.
Excellent communication skills to influence stakeholders and present sourcing insights effectively.
Proficiency in cost management, process improvement, and aligning sourcing decisions with company objectives.
Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, engineering, or related area and 2 years’ experience in merchandising, sourcing, planning, finance, or related area.
6 years’ experience in merchandising, sourcing, planning, finance, or related area.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Business, Mathematics, Engineering, or related area.
Procurement in a retail environment.
Raw material and commodity procurement.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute complex sourcing strategies by collaborating with cross-functional partners to align with product demand and business plans.
Serve as a subject matter expert for multiple commodities, overseeing sourcing programs across regions and seasons.
Negotiate with vendors to secure products at optimal costs while ensuring quality and sustainability standards.
Build and maintain strategic vendor relationships, conducting performance reviews and resolving issues to ensure supply continuity.
Lead and mentor associates, fostering a high-performing team environment with clear performance expectations and development opportunities.
Drive continuous improvement by evaluating sourcing effectiveness and implementing process enhancements aligned with company growth.

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
Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart through the Live Better U program for eligible full-time and part-time associates.