(USA) Group Director, Supplier Excellence

Walmart Inc.; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 160,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount Card

10% discount

Live Better U 100% covered

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Career development programs

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Group Director, Supplier Excellence to lead development and execution of strategies for supplier growth that align with Walmart’s standards.

You will drive risk mitigation, value-driven negotiations, and oversee automation and cross-functional initiatives to improve supplier agreements and operational efficiency. You will manage a high-performing team, establish performance metrics, and foster a culture of integrity and excellence while collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, finance, human resources, engineering or related area and 5 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.
• 7 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams in supply chain, business administration, finance, human resources, engineering or related area.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier compliance efforts, managing certificate of insurance renewals and tracking to ensure full adherence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline communications and mitigate risks related to supplier agreements.
• Oversee implementation and execution of new tools to enhance performance and supplier onboarding.
• Direct negotiation strategies for supplier agreements, focusing on payment terms, claims, and allowances to drive value.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and reporting frameworks to measure negotiation and compliance success.
• Mentor and guide suppliers to achieve business objectives and continuous process improvements.

Skills

Supplier management

Cross-functional leadership

Negotiation

Data analysis

Risk mitigation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, finance, HR, engineering or related field

Job description

Bentonville, AR

601 Respect Dr
Bentonville, AR 72716

$160,000 - $320,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary

Role summary:
The GroupDirector,SupplierExcellence,leadsthedevelopmentandexecutionofstrategiestoensuresuppliergrowthwithWalmart’sstandards,focusingonriskmitigationandvalue-drivennegotiations.Thisroleoverseesautomationinitiatives,processimprovements,andcross-functionalcollaborationtoenhancesupplieragreementsandoperationalefficiency.Responsibleformanagingahigh-performingteam,thepositiondrivescontinuousimprovementincontractexecution,compliancetracking,andsupplierrelationshipmanagement,aligningeffortswithWalmart’sstrategicandfinancialobjectiveswhilefosteringacultureofintegrityandoperationalexcellence.

About the team

About the team:
TheGroupDirector,SupplierExcellenceleadsateamdedicatedtoenhancingthesupplierlifecyclethroughstrategicprogramdesignandexecution.Thisteamfocusesonimprovingprocesses,strengtheningsuppliercapabilities,anddrivingoperationalexcellence.Collaboratingacrossbusinessunits,theydeliverscalablesolutionsthatsupportWalmart’senterprisepriorities.Theteammanagesrelationships,newtools,andensuresseamlesssupplierexperiences.Withexpertiseinsuppliermanagement,processimprovement,andstrategicplanning,theyfosterstrongpartnershipsandleadcontinuousenhancementstosupportWalmart’sgoalsandmaintainhighstandardsinsupplierrelationsandoperationalperformance.

What you’ll do

• Leads supplier compliance efforts, managing certificate of insurance renewals and tracking to ensure full adherence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline communications and mitigate risks related to supplier agreements.
• Oversee implementation and execution of new tools to enhance performance and supplier onboarding.
• Direct negotiation strategies for supplier agreements, focusing on payment terms, claims, and allowances to drive value.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and reporting frameworks to measure negotiation and compliance success.
• Mentor and guide suppliers to achieve business objectives and continuous process improvements.

What you’ll bring

• Extensive experience in supplier management, new or emerging brands, and performance monitoring within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop, mentor, and manage high-performing teams focused on supplier excellence.
• Strong strategic planning and process improvement capabilities to drive automation and enhance negotiation efficiency.
• Expertise in stakeholder engagement, collaborating effectively across legal, finance, merchandising, sourcing, and claims teams.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to track key performance indicators and measure business outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to implement supplier programs that align with organizational goals and risk management standards.

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 $160,000.00 - $320,000.00. 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 supply chain, business administration, finance, human resources, engineering or related area and 5 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Option 2: 7 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams in supply chain, business administration, finance, human resources, engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

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

• Inbound Exception processing
• Merchandising operations
• Store Operations
• Supplier and compliance-based fields
• Supplier partnerships

Primary Location

601 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, 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.

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.

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