Walmart Hiring for Senior Manager, Procurement at Bentonville, AR Full Time

What you’ll do…

About The Team

Join the Global Procurement team to be a key partner to the Realty & Operations business for the world’s largest retailer. The Senior Manager role will lead Global Supplier Performance, bid process, source store supplies/fixtures worldwide, and develop and implement sourcing strategies and processes that support key business objectives which optimize product cost, quality, and supply.

About The Position

The position will play an important role in developing and implementing category strategies, revision of the supplier matrix and product, and process innovation to leverage Walmart’s scale. As a Store Sourcing expert, the individual in the role will provide market intelligence, industry trends and will partner with cross functional teams to enable seamless execution with high standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities Include

• Recommending and implementing strategies that lead to business growth.
• Leading bid negotiations that include Walmart & Sam’s Club US and Walmart International, delivering best total cost of ownership.
• Maintaining and updating the supplier matrix for your categories including new sources of supply.
• Driving product and process innovation, surety of supply and high standards of compliance.
• Building strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively to achieve objectives.

You will sweep us off our feet if …

• You have in depth knowledge of Indirect Procurement and Supplies/Fixtures in the Retail Industry
• You have category management expertise
• You have system experience in COUPA, TABLEAU, SAP
• You have demonstrated success with process improvement to identify and implement solutions while leveraging cross-functional teams
• You have proven negotiation skills
• You possess natural curiosity to learn beyond the minimum requirements to perform role

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

Benefits & Perks

Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

Who We Are

Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you’ll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. careers.walmart.com

Minimum Qualifications…

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, economics, technology, or related field and 5 years’ experience in procurement strategy, contract management, analytics, or related field. Option 2: 6 years’ experience in procurement strategy, contract management, analytics, or related field and 2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams/projects.

Preferred Qualifications…

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Certified Purchasing Manager or related purchasing manager certification, Experience with cross-functional teams, Master’s degree in business or related field, Supervisory experience

Primary Location…

2501 Se J Street Ste B, Bentonville, AR 72712-7761, United States of America