Emerging Store Manager, SC — Fast-Track to Store Manager

Walmart; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) & stock purchase

Life insurance

PTO & leave

Job summary

Walmart in Calera, AL offers a developmental leadership path through the Emerging Store Manager (ESM) program, aimed at grooming candidates for Store Manager opportunities within the Walmart US network.

The role trains across merchandising, people leadership, financial management, customer experience, and community engagement. The assignment lasts up to 12–18 months, with mobility within the region for potential placement and progression to leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years' management experience in retail/ops.
• 2 years' general management with financial accountability.
• Willingness to relocate within the assigned region for Store Manager placement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop store management team; communicate goals and monitor performance.
• Assist in budgeting, staffing plans, and staffing pipelines to meet business needs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and Open Door Policy; uphold integrity and ethics.
• Drive customer experience and community engagement through store initiatives.

Skills

People leadership

Financial management

Retail operations

Customer experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in management / business administration / retail management / financial management

Job description

Walmart in Calera, AL offers a developmental leadership path through the Emerging Store Manager (ESM) program, aimed at grooming candidates for Store Manager opportunities within the Walmart US network.

The role trains across merchandising, people leadership, financial management, customer experience, and community engagement. The assignment lasts up to 12–18 months, with mobility within the region for potential placement and progression to leadership roles.