(USA) Senior Manager, Merchandising Planning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Paid time off

Live Better U education

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Manager, Merchandising Planning to lead forecasting, financial planning, and strategic merchandising initiatives. You will drive insights with advanced data tools and collaborate across teams to align forecasts with business goals and demand trends.

The role includes developing budgets and supporting promotional planning while mentoring staff and promoting continuous improvement in merchandising performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field; 4+ years retail/forecasting experience.
• OR 6 years retail/forecasting experience.
• Proven ability to analyze data and forecast performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis and visualization to inform merchandising decisions.
• Develop and manage category-level financial targets and forecasts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategy, assortment planning, and promotions.
• Support vendor negotiations with financial analysis and risk assessments.
• Lead forecasting including sales, inventory, and item-level projections.
• Drive continuous improvement in line reviews and reporting.
• Mentor and develop team members to high performance.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Financial planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Bentonville, AR

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304

R-2683747

Regular/ Permanent

Salary: $90,000 - $180,000/yr

Position Summary...

The Senior Manager, Merchandising Planning, leads comprehensive category forecasting and financial planning to drive strategic merchandising decisions. This role leverages advanced data analysis and visualization tools to deliver actionable insights, supporting budget development and promotional planning. Collaborating cross-functionally, the position ensures alignment of forecasts with business objectives and customer demand trends. The role also oversees team development, fosters operational excellence, and champions continuous improvement initiatives to enhance category performance and profitability within a dynamic retail environment.

About the team:

The Merchandise Planning team serves as the strategic finance and planning partner to Merchandising, acting as the CFOs of categories. Utilizing data, insights, and financial analysis, the team supports confident decision-making through financial forecasting, item-level planning, operating plans, line reviews, and store-specific distribution guidance. Combining deep financial expertise with close collaboration across Merchandising and Replenishment, the team challenges assumptions, identifies risks and opportunities, builds actionable models, and translates complex data into clear recommendations. Focused on continuous improvement and automation, the team plays a key role in shaping business strategy and performance.

What you'll do:

• Leveragedataanalysisandvisualizationtoolstodevelopinsightsthatinfluencemerchandisingdecisions.
• Developandmanagecategory-levelfinancialtargets,forecasts,andbudgetsalignedwithbusinessobjectives.
• Collaboratecross-functionallytodrivecategorystrategy,assortmentplanning,andpromotionalinitiatives.
• Supportvendornegotiationsbyprovidingfinancialanalysisandriskassessments.
• Leadforecastingefforts,includingsales,inventory,anditem-levelprojections,tooptimizeproductavailability.
• Drivecontinuousimprovementinlinereviewtoenhanceeffectiveness.
• Mentoranddevelopteammembers,fosteringahigh-performanceworkenvironment.

What you’ll bring:

• Extensiveexperienceinmerchandiseplanningandcategorymanagementwithstrongfinancialforecastingskills.
• Proficiencyindataanalysisandvisualizationtoolstodevelopinsightsandinfluencestrategicdecisions.
• Expertiseinmemberdemandplanningandunderstandingmemberbehavioracrossmultiplechannels.
• Abilitytoleadbudgetingprocesses,includingcategory-levelfinancialtargetsettingandmarkdownmanagement.
• Strongcommunicationandinfluencingskillstocollaborateeffectivelywithcross-functionalteamsandstakeholders.
• Proventrackrecordindrivingforecastingaccuracyandsupportingitem-levelandcategory-levelfinancialforecasts.
• Leadershipexperienceinmentoringanddevelopingteammemberswhilepromotingethicalstandardsandintegrity

Salary

$90,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location).

Benefits

• -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, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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.
• - Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• Live Better U is a company 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field and 4 years’ experience in retail, merchandising, forecasting, or related area. OR 6 years’ experience in retail, merchandising, forecasting, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Negotiating terms and costing, Profit and Loss (P&L) Responsibility, Retail Link, SupervisoryMasters: Marketing

Primary Location

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, 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.

Explore our benefits

Discount Card: Get 10% off. Sam's Club 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.

Clear Pathways - Sam’s Club has invested in the next generation of talent through in-house training programs and community-based organizations that cultivate opportunities for everyone.

Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans.

Paid time off: Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more

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.

That’s just the beginning. We offer more perks specific to your work location and role.

About Sam’s Club

At Sam’s Club, we’re dedicated to creating a dynamic workplace where your ideas, background, and experiences are valued. Our associates are at the heart of everything we do, driving meaningful connections with the communities we serve and delivering exceptional value to our members.

From our commitment to promoting from within to offering opportunities that help you grow your career; Sam’s Club is a place where your potential is nurtured.

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