(USA) Senior Director, Merchandising Execution

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits: medical, vision, and…

401(k) and stock purchase plan

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Live Better U education benefit

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Senior Director, Merchandising Execution, to lead strategic inventory planning and drive operational performance across hardware and DIY segments in Bentonville. You will oversee supplier relationships, contract management, and financial oversight to ensure alignment with business goals while developing merchandising programs and cross-functional initiatives.

The role emphasizes leadership in talent development, strategy execution, and continuous improvement, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field; 6+ years in merchandising management, buying, finance, or operations OR 8+ years in related roles.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving results in retail environments.
• Strong skills in inventory planning, budgeting, and financial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Direct inventory planning by analyzing projections, monitoring performance, and managing markdown budgets.
• Develop and implement merchandising strategies aligned with business goals and store programs.
• Guide corporate process improvements by collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Drive talent development through workforce planning, coaching, and succession strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory planning

Supplier relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analytics

Integrity & accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...Role summary:

The Senior Director, Merchandising Execution, leads strategic inventory planning and operational performance across complex business units. This role drives supplier relationships, contract management, and financial oversight to ensure alignment with business goals. By developing and implementing merchandising programs and cross-functional initiatives, the position supports store operations and corporate processes. The role requires strong leadership in talent development, business strategy execution, and continuous improvement, fostering collaboration with senior leadership and stakeholders to achieve measurable results while upholding the highest standards of integrity and operational excellence.

About the team:

This team plays a vital role in executing the merchandising strategy within Hardware and DIY (D11/12), managing a seasonal business with committed and replenishable products. They oversee the full lifecycle from Buy Planning, Allocation, and Flow Planning to collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure efficient merchandise delivery to stores. By analyzing key performance indicators, the team guides the business toward financial objectives. Their planning and execution significantly impact seasonal results and provide valuable exposure to Merchandising, Store Operations, and Supply Chain functions, supporting operational excellence and business growth.

What you'll do:

• Direct inventory planning by analyzing projections, monitoring performance, and managing markdown budgets to optimize financial outcomes.
• Develop and implement merchandising strategies, aligning cross-functional initiatives with business goals and translating plans into executable store programs.
• Guide corporate process improvements by collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to prioritize and execute strategic initiatives.
• Drive talent development through workforce planning, coaching, and succession strategies to build a skilled and engaged team.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement to support business growth and operational excellence.
  
  

What you'll bring:

• Proven leadership experience driving merchandising strategies and operational performance in complex retail environments.
• Expertise in inventory planning, financial analysis, and budget management to optimize category performance and markdowns.
• Strong skills in supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and risk mitigation to ensure operational efficiency.
• Ability to develop and execute cross-functional business strategies aligned with corporate goals.
• Experience managing teams, fostering talent development, and promoting accountability.
• Proficiency in leveraging data analytics and business insights to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to integrity, ethical standards, and customer-focused execution.
  
  

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 $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field and 6 years’ experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area OR 8 years’ experience in merchandising management, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.

• 4 years’ supervisory experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Experience leading a cross-functional team., Experience negotiating with third party suppliers., Experience using Microsoft Office, Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Primary Location...

1700 Se 5th St, 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.