Global Design Strategy & Operations Director

StartupNWA; San Bruno (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Senior Director, Business Strategy & Design Operations to partner with the Chief Design Officer and lead a global design organization. You will translate vision into actionable initiatives across six markets and 500 design professionals.

You will build scalable operations, drive strategic priorities, and strengthen partnerships across design, product, technology, and business leaders. This role requires executive presence and a passion for innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in business strategy and design operations for large organizations.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams across design, product, tech, and business.
• Proven track record influencing senior executives and driving measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Chief Design Officer to shape strategic priorities and initiatives.
• Oversee Design Operations, building scalable processes and infrastructure.
• Strengthen global partnerships across six markets and multiple geographies.
• Support multidisciplinary teams to improve collaboration and effectiveness.
• Elevate Walmart’s design presence and talent attraction.

Skills

Strategy & ops leadership

UX design operations

Executive collaboration

Global cross-functional

Change management

AI in design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Design, or related field

Job description

Walmart is seeking a Senior Director, Business Strategy & Design Operations to partner with the Chief Design Officer and lead a global design organization. You will translate vision into actionable initiatives across six markets and 500 design professionals.

You will build scalable operations, drive strategic priorities, and strengthen partnerships across design, product, technology, and business leaders. This role requires executive presence and a passion for innovation.