Staff, Technology Strategy

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff, Technology Strategy role involves leading the development and execution of technology strategies aligned with organizational goals. This position requires managing complex projects, overseeing financial plans, and mitigating risks while collaborating across teams to drive impactful solutions. The role demands strong analytical skills to assess trends and technology landscapes, influence stakeholders, and ensure alignment with business priorities. The successful candidate will facilitate effective communication, promote continuous improvement, and support strategic decision making to advance Marketplace Technology initiatives and overall business objectives. About the team: The Marketplace Tech & AI Strategy team drives enterprise-wide initiatives by integrating technology, operations, people, and investments through a unified platform. The team establishes sustainable governance and operating rhythms to advance projects independently, focusing on strategic planning, risk management, and data-driven investment decisions. By aligning technology strategy with business objectives, it supports lasting transformation. Emphasizing effective project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder collaboration, the team ensures streamlined delivery and continuous improvement across Walmart’s marketplace technology landscape, fostering operational excellence and value creation.

Requirements

Proven expertise in technology strategy development and corporate strategy alignment.
Strong project management skills, including risk identification, mitigation, and adherence to timelines.
Experience in financial management, budgeting, and monitoring project expenditures.
Ability to influence and build consensus among stakeholders through clear, concise communication.
Knowledge of business process optimization and change management methodologies.
Analytical mindset with capability to assess market trends and competitive technology landscapes.
Proficiency in coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver strategic technology initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, business, finance, strategy, or related area and 6 years’ experience in retail, eCommerce, strategy, operations, technology, management consulting, or related area OR 8 years’ experience in retail, eCommerce, strategy, operations, technology, management consulting or related area.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Technology area will be an add on
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Finance, Strategy, or related area and 5 Years of relevant experience in Retail, eCommerce, Strategy, Operations, Management Consulting or related area.

Responsibilities

Develop, prioritize, and coordinate technology strategy work plans aligned with organizational goals.
Track project schedules, costs, milestones, and communications to ensure timely delivery and adherence to standards.
Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving critical issues to minimize impacts on outcomes.
Create and execute communication plans to provide clear, consistent updates to stakeholders.
Analyze business and industry trends to inform strategic technology decisions and long-term planning.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence and build consensus on technology initiatives.
Monitor financial plans and expenditures to support effective program management and resource allocation.

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
Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)