Data-Driven Home Decor Merchandising Associate

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and stock purchase

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart in Bentonville, AR is seeking an Associate Merchant to support category management across stores and online channels. You will assist with supplier negotiations, purchase orders, item setups, and content accuracy to enhance the customer experience.

You'll analyze sales data, contribute to budgeting and promotional planning, and collaborate cross-functionally to implement category features and merchandising strategies while upholding company policies and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in merchandising, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.
• Experience in vendor relationship management and supplier negotiations is preferred.
• Familiarity with category strategy, product assortment, and merchandising principles.

Responsibilities

• Support merchants in supplier negotiations and manage purchase orders for assigned categories.
• Assist in resolving supplier issues and facilitate new supplier setups for stores and online channels.
• Own execution of customer communication and education programs, ensuring accurate product page content and search query management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement category features, modular layouts, and promotional strategies.
• Analyze sales and category performance data to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Guide suppliers in developing customer-focused processes and products aligned with business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement by leveraging data insights and supporting technology adoption within scope.

Skills

Vendor relationship management

Supplier negotiations

Data analysis

Category strategy

Product assortment

Modular merchandising

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Office

Pricing tools

Site merchandising

Inventory planning

Job description

Walmart in Bentonville, AR is seeking an Associate Merchant to support category management across stores and online channels. You will assist with supplier negotiations, purchase orders, item setups, and content accuracy to enhance the customer experience.

You'll analyze sales data, contribute to budgeting and promotional planning, and collaborate cross-functionally to implement category features and merchandising strategies while upholding company policies and driving continuous improvement.