(USA) Director, Supplier To Serve

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental

Stock purchase

Paid time off

Education benefits

Job summary

Walmart Inc. is seeking a Director, Supplier To Serve to lead strategic supplier initiatives and drive operational excellence across the supply chain in Bentonville, AR.

You will guide governance, transform processes, and manage data-driven strategies to improve supplier performance and service delivery. You will champion transformational leadership, collaborate across functions, and align supplier actions with organizational goals, customer needs, and sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, information technology, business, or related area (Option 1).
• 7 years' experience in accounting, finance, information technology, or related area (Option 2).
• 1 year's supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the process to enable operational excellence.
• Lead strategic planning and execution to optimize supplier performance and service delivery.
• Oversee governance frameworks ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and supplier collaboration.
• Utilize data management to monitor key performance indicators and inform decision-making.
• Champion transformational leadership to guide change management and foster a high-performing team environment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align supplier and business strategies with organizational objectives and customer needs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Data management

Financial acumen

Governance

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/IT/business

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary: As the Director, Supplier To Serve, you will lead strategic initiatives that enhance supplier relationships and drive operational excellence across the supply chain. This role requires strong leadership and financial acumen to oversee governance and continuous improvement processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. You will champion transformational change and manage data-driven strategies to optimize supplier performance and service delivery. Collaborating across functions, you will influence key decisions that support sustainable growth and innovation within the supplier network, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.

About the team: The SBO Global Ops & Transformation team designs, scales, and continuously enhances the Store Back Office operating model across North America and international markets. The team focuses on operational excellence, process transformation, automation, data-driven decision making, and AI adoption to simplify operations, improve supplier experience, strengthen controls, and increase productivity. Collaborating closely with Business, Product, and Technology teams, the group builds a scalable global platform that supports market expansion, standardization, and long-term value creation. This team emphasizes leadership, strategic planning, and continuous improvement to drive impactful results.

What you'll do:

• Leadandowntheprocesstoenableoperationalexcellence.
• Leadstrategicplanningandexecutiontooptimizesupplierperformanceandservicedelivery.
• Overseegovernanceframeworksensuringcompliancewithcompanypoliciesandindustrystandards.
• Drivecontinuousimprovementinitiativestoenhanceoperationalefficiencyandsuppliercollaboration.
• Utilizedatamanagementtomonitorkeyperformanceindicatorsandinformdecision-making.
• Championtransformationalleadershiptoguidechangemanagementandfosterahigh-performingteamenvironment.
• Collaboratecross-functionallytoalignsupplierandbusinessstrategieswithorganizationalobjectivesandcustomerneeds.

What you'll bring:

• Provenleadershipexperiencewiththeabilitytodrivetransformationalchangeandcontinuousimprovementinitiatives.
• Strongstrategicplanningskillstoalignbusinessexpectationswithorganizationalgoals.
• Expertiseindatamanagementtosupportinformeddecision-makingandsupplierperformanceevaluation.
• Financialacumentounderstandend-to-endimpacts,andvalueoptimizationwithinsupplierrelationships.
• Comprehensiveunderstandingofgovernanceframeworkstoensurecomplianceandriskmitigation.
• Demonstratedcapabilityinchangemanagementtoleadteamsthroughevolvingbusinessenvironments.

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, 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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 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.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, information technology, business, or related area and 5 years' experience in accounting, finance, information technology, or related area.

Option 2: 7 years' experience in accounting, finance, information technology, or related area.

1 year's supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Leading cross-functional teams, Master's degree in accounting, finance, information technology, business, or related area and and 4 years' experience in accounting, finance, information technology, or related area.

Primary Location...

2914 Se I St, Bentonville, AR 72712-3148, 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.

Benefits you'll enjoy

Discount Card

Get 10% off

Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular-priced items and fresh produce in-store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job-specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life's challenges

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

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.

Whether you're exploring High South cuisine, enjoying live performances at our new amphitheater, or cycling the Razorback Greenway, you'll experience the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities.

Join us at Walmart and grow your career alongside a community that feels like home.

This isn't just a workplace—it's a destination for leaders eager to make a difference.

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