Director, Merchandising & Growth Strategy

Walmart Inc.; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 220,000; Full time

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Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Director of Merchandising to lead strategic category management, financial planning, and supplier negotiations across channels.

You will guide a high-performing team to execute merchandising initiatives aligned with company objectives, using data-driven insights to optimize inventory, pricing, and promotions. The role focuses on cross-functional collaboration, private brand initiatives, and talent development while delivering measurable improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field and 5 years' experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.
• OR 7 years' experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.
• 2 years' supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive category and assortment strategies aligned with business objectives and market trends.
• Lead and manage a high-performing merchandising team, providing guidance, development, and performance oversight.
• Oversee profit and loss management, pricing decisions, and promotional strategies to maximize category profitability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize channel strategies and supply chain alignment.
• Drive supplier negotiations, establish terms, and ensure effective supplier relationship management.
• Utilize data analytics to inform decisions, monitor performance, and implement continuous improvements.
• Support private brand initiatives and product development to enhance category offerings.

Skills

Category strategy

Financial management

Leadership

Supplier negotiations

Data analytics

Omni-channel strategy

Business planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Director of Merchandising to lead strategic category management, financial planning, and supplier negotiations across channels.

You will guide a high-performing team to execute merchandising initiatives aligned with company objectives, using data-driven insights to optimize inventory, pricing, and promotions. The role focuses on cross-functional collaboration, private brand initiatives, and talent development while delivering measurable improvements