(USA) Stocking 1 Coach, Non-Complex, Management

Walmart•Stratford, CT

2d•$65,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Stocking 1 Coach leads and develops associates while overseeing store operations in a designated business area. The role supports customer service, financial performance, merchandising, inventory flow, expense control, and achievement of sales and profit goals. The Coach hires, trains, mentors, assigns work, sets expectations, recognizes associates, and helps create a workplace where associates feel supported and included. The role coordinates with stakeholders, communicates business objectives, leads change, identifies improvement opportunities, and ensures compliance with company policies and procedures. It also models Walmart’s values and standards of integrity, customer service, continuous learning, and accountability. The position is based at Walmart’s Stratford, Connecticut location. The annual salary range is $65,000 to $100,000, with additional annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Certain positions may include regional pay-zone or complex-structure compensation adjustments, and a state pay differential may apply where required by law.

Requirements

At least 2 years of college; or 1 year of retail experience and 1 year of supervisory experience; or 2 years of general work experience and 1 year of supervisory experience.
Complete all job-required trainings and assessments.
For facilities that sell firearms, successfully complete a firearms-specific Criminal Background Check and firearms-authorized training.
For facilities that sell only ammunition and have state-specific requirements, a current state-issued Certificate of Eligibility may be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Leadership through Live Better U and Bellevue University.
General work experience supervising 5 or more direct reports, including performance management, mentoring, hiring, and firing.

Responsibilities

Lead, train, develop, and support associates through active listening, store tours, coaching, feedback, and collaboration across associate levels.
Communicate store operations, technology, business initiatives, merchandising, company direction, and business objectives; lead company change efforts and set clear expectations.
Model and support exceptional customer service by resolving customer needs, complaints, and issues; implement action plans and process improvements to maintain a high-quality customer experience.
Drive financial performance and sales in the designated store area by reviewing profit-and-loss statements, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, and controlling expenses.
Oversee merchandise presentation, seasonal transitions, inventory flow, and operational processes; develop and implement plans to mitigate shrink and achieve sales and profit goals.
Hire, train, mentor, assign duties to, and recognize associates; communicate expectations, promote belonging, and develop qualified associates to meet staffing needs.
Coordinate and oversee job-related activities and assignments; maintain stakeholder relationships, support plans and initiatives, set and communicate goals, measure progress, and address improvement opportunities.
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and support the company mission, values, ethics, and integrity standards.
Promote a culture of belonging, accountability, continuous learning, adaptability, and customer-first decision-making.

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
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