Strategic Business Development Manager - Growth & Partnerships

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Live Better U education program

Walmart Academy training

Job summary

Walmart seeks a Manager, Business Development in Bentonville to drive growth by cultivating strategic relationships and directing sales strategies. You will oversee procurement processes, manage key accounts, and lead a team focused on ethical practices and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes accountability, data-driven insights, and collaboration across functions to deliver value to partners and customers while aligning with Walmart policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or related field and 2 years’ experience in business development, market development, product development, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in business development, market development, product development, or related area.
• Preferred: Sales, Supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth by developing and maintaining internal and external relationships to support mutual value and business objectives.
• Lead sales strategy and manage key accounts to maximize valuation and meet procurement guidelines.
• Coordinate and oversee job-related activities, ensuring alignment with customer and business needs.
• Hire, train, mentor, and develop associates to build a high-performing team.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethics, and integrity standards.
• Foster collaboration and effective communication across teams and stakeholders.
• Promote continuous improvement, adaptability, and a culture of accountability.

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Negotiation

Leadership

Mentoring

Ethics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or related field

4 years’ experience in business development, market development, product development, or related area

Job description

Walmart seeks a Manager, Business Development in Bentonville to drive growth by cultivating strategic relationships and directing sales strategies. You will oversee procurement processes, manage key accounts, and lead a team focused on ethical practices and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes accountability, data-driven insights, and collaboration across functions to deliver value to partners and customers while aligning with Walmart policies.