Senior Merchant: Strategy, Supplier Negotiations & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental

401(k) & Stock Purchase

PTO & Education Benefits

Performance Bonuses

Job summary

Walmart in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Merchant to lead category strategy and financial management for complex product lines across channels. You will negotiate with suppliers, set pricing and promotions, develop a high-performing team, and use data insights to optimize assortment, inventory, and profitability while aligning with company goals.

This role offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), stock purchases, PTO,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising or related field; 4 years' merchandising/financial planning/ops experience OR 6 years' related experience.
• 1 year supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies, including pricing, promotions, and assortment to drive business growth.
• Manage supplier relationships, lead negotiations, and oversee supplier performance to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing coaching, feedback, and career guidance.
• Analyze customer behavior, market trends, and financial data to inform decision-making and optimize category performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align channel strategies and support supply chain and merchandising operations.
• Oversee profit and loss management, budgeting, and forecasting for assigned categories.
• Utilize data and digital tools to enhance category insights and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Category management

Financial planning

Supplier negotiations

Team leadership

Data analytics

Merchandising strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Walmart in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Merchant to lead category strategy and financial management for complex product lines across channels. You will negotiate with suppliers, set pricing and promotions, develop a high-performing team, and use data insights to optimize assortment, inventory, and profitability while aligning with company goals.

This role offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), stock purchases, PTO,