Global Communications Lead for Sourcing & Procurement

Walmart Inc.; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits: medical, vision, and

401(k) and stock purchase

Life insurance and disability coverage

PTO and family leave programs

Live Better U education benefit

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR seeks a Senior Manager of Global Communications – Sourcing & Procurement to narrate Walmart's sourcing journey and build strong relationships with leaders across merchandising, operations, and supply chain.

This role reports to the Senior Director of Global Communications and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling narratives. The ideal candidate excels in storytelling, has media contacts in retail, and can manage executive communications at

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field, plus 4 years’ experience in corporate communications, PR, or relevant area OR 6 years’ experience in corporate communications, PR, or relevant area.
• 1 year supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience in supporting executive communications and risk assessment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop communication strategies for Walmart's sourcing and procurement org, covering supplier development, procurement, sourcing initiatives, and operations.
• Act as strategic advisor to the business and shape Walmart's sourcing narrative.
• Lead press events and media announcements, including executive interview preparation.
• Counsel on speaking opportunities and interview requests; partner with senior sourcing leaders to enhance thought leadership.

Skills

Storytelling

Media relations

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field

Job description

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR seeks a Senior Manager of Global Communications – Sourcing & Procurement to narrate Walmart's sourcing journey and build strong relationships with leaders across merchandising, operations, and supply chain.

This role reports to the Senior Director of Global Communications and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling narratives. The ideal candidate excels in storytelling, has media contacts in retail, and can manage executive communications at