Senior Digital Merchandiser - Category Strategy Leader

Walmart; New York (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental benefits

401(k) and stock purchase plan

PTO and family leave benefits

Live Better U education benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a USA-based Senior Merchant in New York to lead category strategy and financial management for complex product lines. You will mentor associate merchants, manage supplier negotiations and promotions, and drive data-driven decisions to optimize assortment and profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, negotiating skills, and experience in pricing, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver value to customers and shareholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising or related field plus 4+ years in merchandising, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.

Responsibilities

• Lead category strategy and financial management for complex product lines.
• Mentor associate merchants and guide team development.
• Oversee supplier negotiations, pricing, promotions, and terms.
• Forecasting, budgeting, and P&L ownership for the category.
• Analyze customer behavior, market trends, and competitive landscape to inform decisions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align channel strategies and optimize assortment.

Skills

Category management

Supplier management

Financial management

Team leadership

Negotiation

Merchandising

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising or related field

Job description

Walmart is seeking a USA-based Senior Merchant in New York to lead category strategy and financial management for complex product lines. You will mentor associate merchants, manage supplier negotiations and promotions, and drive data-driven decisions to optimize assortment and profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, negotiating skills, and experience in pricing, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver value to customers and shareholders.