Senior Analyst, Assortment Activation

StartupNWA; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, vision, and

401(k) and stock purchase

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Walmart in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Analyst, Assortment Activation to support business plans by identifying operational needs and driving merchandising initiatives. You will manage cross-functional projects, analyze data for decisions, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.

Collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions, monitor progress, and adapt strategies. The role includes supporting training efforts and ensuring alignment with company values and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field OR 2 years’ experience in business management, merchandising, or related area.
• Experience executing business plans and managing cross-functional initiatives to drive operational performance.
• Strong data analysis skills to interpret customer and business insights.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of business plans by identifying operational needs and communicating priorities to drive performance.
• Manage cross-functional initiatives impacting store and corporate processes, merchandising programs, and associate training content.
• Analyze data to provide insights and recommendations for system improvements and merchandise priorities.
• Develop and adjust performance standards, contingency plans, and training programs to enhance business outcomes.
• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders to implement effective business solutions and monitor progress.
• Promote compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and Walmart values in all activities.
• Foster continuous learning and adaptability to support evolving business demands.

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Training programs

Ethics & integrity

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

2 years’ experience in business management or merchandising

Job description

Position Summary

What you’ll do...

Role summary: The Senior Analyst, Assortment Activation, plays a critical role in supporting business plans by identifying operational needs and driving key initiatives that enhance merchandising programs and store processes. This position involves managing cross-functional projects, analyzing data to inform decisions, and providing actionable insights to senior leadership. The role requires collaboration with stakeholders to implement effective business solutions, monitor progress, and adapt strategies to meet evolving demands. The analyst also supports training efforts and ensures alignment with company values, promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
About the team: The team plays a crucial role in supporting business plans and projects by identifying operational needs and driving merchandising initiatives. They manage cross-functional programs, analyze data to guide decisions, and provide insights to senior leadership. Focused on continuous improvement, the team develops training, removes performance barriers, and fosters collaboration across departments. By aligning strategies with business goals, they ensure effective execution of merchandising priorities and operational processes. The team upholds integrity, accountability, and adaptability while maintaining strong partnerships to enhance overall business performance and customer experience.
What you’ll do:

• Support execution of business plans by identifying operational needs and communicating priorities to drive performance.
• Manage cross-functional initiatives impacting store and corporate processes, merchandising programs, and associate training content.
• Analyze data to provide insights and recommendations for system improvements and merchandise priorities.
• Develop and adjust performance standards, contingency plans, and training programs to enhance business outcomes.
• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders to implement effective business solutions and monitor progress.
• Promote compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and Walmart values in all activities.
• Foster continuous learning and adaptability to support evolving business demands.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in executing business plans and managing cross-functional initiatives to drive operational performance.
• Strong skills in data analysis and interpreting customer and business insights to inform decision-making.
• Expertise in project management, including identifying priorities, removing obstacles, and adjusting plans to meet objectives.
• Excellent communication abilities to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and deliver clear business recommendations.
• Ability to develop and support training programs that enhance team capabilities and operational effectiveness.
• Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and aligning actions with company values and policies.
• Adaptability to changing business needs and a continuous improvement mindset.

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. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $110,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

• Stock

Minimum Qualifications

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field OR 2 years’ experience in business management, merchandising, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Operations

Primary Location

1700 Se 5th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart 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.