Manager, Learning And Development

Walmart Inc.; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

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Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Manager, Learning and Development Programs and Partnerships to align talent development with enterprise goals and lead cross-functional L&D projects.

You will coordinate partnerships, governance, and executive reporting while supporting workforce pipeline initiatives. The team emphasizes growth and accountability in learning and development, delivering data-driven outcomes and scalable programs across facilities services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of experience in adult learning, training content development, or related area.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional L&D projects and partnerships.
• Proven ability to measure program outcomes and deliver executive-level reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement with program and business owners.
• Support workforce pipeline, career pathway, and talent development initiatives aligned with Facility Services and enterprise priorities.
• Coordinate internal and external partnerships that support training delivery and program objectives.
• Serve as a liaison across Learning, Operations, Talent, Workforce, and business teams to align and communicate.
• Maintain program governance, processes, timelines, and operating rhythms for consistent execution.
• Track program measures, outcomes, and stakeholder feedback to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Develop executive-level reporting on progress, performance, outcomes, risks, and next steps.
• Identify opportunities to improve, standardize, and scale learning and workforce development practices across programs.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Communication & collaboration

Learning program design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Communications, Education, or related field

Experience in adult learning or training content development

Job description

814 Respect Dr
Bentonville, AR 72716-0000

R-2663933

$80,000 - $155,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:
The Manager, Learning and Development Programs and Partnerships aligns talent development, workforce strategy, and program management with enterprise goals to support Facility Services’ TEACH pillar. Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role manages cross-functional L&D projects and programs, supports workforce pipeline initiatives, engages stakeholders, and delivers executive reporting on program outcomes. This role serves as a Program Manager. Key responsibilities include managing cross-functional learning and workforce development programs, coordinating internal and external partnerships, engaging stakeholders, tracking program performance and outcomes, establishing program governance, and delivering executive-level reporting and recommendations.

About the team:As a key component of Facility Services’ TEACH pillar, the Learning Strategy team drives organizational growth through intentional, high-impact training programs. We are committed to continuous improvement and evaluating program effectiveness while maintaining the highest standards in content development and delivery. Our role on the strategy team is to focus on managing learning programs and platforms and supporting partnerships and pipelines ensuring effective governance, structure, deployment and delivery of data that informs and enables continuous improvement. We are committed to fostering a professional environment that supports growth, accountability, and operational excellence in learning and development initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate program planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement in partnership with program and business owners.
• Support workforce pipeline, career pathway, and talent development initiatives aligned with Facility Services and enterprise priorities.
• Coordinate internal and external partnerships that support training delivery, workforce development, and program objectives.
• Serve as a key liaison across Learning, Operations, Talent, Workforce, and business teams to facilitate alignment, communication, and visibility.
• Support and maintain program governance, processes, documentation, timelines, and operating rhythms to enable consistent execution.
• Coordinate the collection and tracking of program measures, outcomes, and stakeholder feedback to identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop executive-level reporting and updates on program progress, performance, outcomes, risks, and next steps.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve, standardize, and scale learning and workforce development practices across programs.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in program and project management, including coordinating complex, cross-functional initiatives with multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholder.
• Experience supporting learning, workforce development, talent development, or workforce pipeline programs aligned with business priorities.
• Strong stakeholder and partnership management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across internal teams and external partners.
• Ability to coordinate program processes, governance, documentation, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables to support effective execution.
• Demonstrated ability to measure program effectiveness, analyze outcomes, identify gaps and risks, and support continuous improvement.
• Experience developing executive-level reporting, program updates, and recommendations that clearly communicate progress, outcomes, risks, and next steps.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to create alignment and coordinate work across teams and levels of leadership.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment, managing multiple programs and priorities while maintaining organization, visibility, and follow-through.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include: Stock

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Communications, Education, or related field and 2 years’ experience in adult learning, training content development, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in adult learning, training content development, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Instructional Design Software, Leading cross-functional teams, Master’s degree in Learning and Development, Human Resources, or related field, Project Management Certification, Project management experience, Six Sigma certification

Primary Location

814 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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Imagine a workplace surrounded by innovation.At Walmart’s new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, we’re redefining what it means to work at a global leader.

Set on 350 acres of thoughtfully revitalized land, our new campus seamlessly integrates the charm of Northwest Arkansas with cutting edge design and technology. From biking trails and outdoor courtyards to flexible, tech-enabled workspaces, every detail reflects our commitment to sustainability, connection, and culture.

With amenities like on-site childcare at our Little Squiggles Children’s Enrichment Center, the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness Center, and a vibrant food hall featuring local and international favorites, we’re creating a space where work-life balance isn’t just a goal—it’s a reality.

Beyond the campus, Bentonville offers a dynamic lifestyle with world-class dining, art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, and countless outdoor activities.

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