(USA) Senior Manager, Packaging

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching program

Stock purchase plan

Health, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and parental leave

Live Better U education benefit

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Manager, Packaging to lead continuous improvement and packaging innovation, drive cost reductions, and oversee supplier defect reduction while ensuring compliance with standards.

You will provide leadership and development for associates, collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain consistent packaging content, and ensure alignment with strategic business plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, English, or related field and 4+ years in marketing, branding, packaging, or retail.
• Alternatively, 6+ years in marketing, branding, packaging, or retail with 2 years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and packaging innovation to enhance process efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage packaging defect reduction efforts by evaluating resources, quality control, equipment specifications, and cost management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain consistent packaging content for suppliers.
• Resolve packaging content issues by coordinating solutions and establishing best practices and standards.
• Drive execution of business strategy by identifying needs, removing obstacles, and measuring performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to build a high-performing packaging team.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and Walmart’s packaging requirements.

Skills

Packaging engineering

Continuous improvement

Project management

Leadership

Communications

Supplier collaboration

Operations excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/English/related

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary: This position does not currently support immigration sponsorship.
TheSeniorManager,Packagingleadscontinuousimprovementandinnovationinitiativestoenhancepackagingefficiencyandreducecosts.This roleoverseessupplierdefectreductioneffortsandcompliancewithindustrystandardswhilecollaboratingwithcross-functionalteamstoensureconsistentcommunication.Thepositiondrivesmultiplebusinessplans,managespackagingcontentdevelopment,andresolvesoperationalchallenges.Additionally,itprovidesleadershipanddevelopmentforassociates,fosteringahigh-performingteamenvironment.TherolerequiresstrongprojectmanagementandcommunicationskillstosupportWalmart’scommitmenttooperationalexcellenceandcustomervalue.

About the team:
The Packaging Product Development team is a focused group within Walmart’s Quality organization, specializing in packaging engineering and innovation. They design and enhance packaging solutions that improve automation readiness, reduce defects, and increase operational efficiency across the supply chain. Collaborating with suppliers, merchants, and cross-functional teams, they address complex packaging challenges to optimize product flow and support long-term automation strategies. This team plays a vital role in advancing packaging processes that contribute to a faster, safer, and more reliable supply chain experience, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout Walmart’s distribution network.

What you'll do:

• Leadcontinuousimprovementinitiativesandpackaginginnovationtoenhanceprocessefficiencyandreducecosts.
• Managepackagingdefectreductioneffortsbyevaluatingresources,qualitycontrol,equipmentspecifications,andcostmanagement.
• Collaboratewithcross-functionalteamstodevelopandmaintainconsistentpackagingcontentforsuppliers.
• Resolvepackagingcontentissuesbycoordinatingsolutionsandestablishingbestpracticesandstandards.
• Driveexecutionofbusinessstrategybyidentifyingneeds,removingobstacles,andmeasuringperformance.
• Provideleadership,coaching,anddevelopmentopportunitiestobuildahigh-performingpackagingteam.
• Ensurecompliancewithcompanypolicies,industrystandards,andWalmart’spackagingrequirements.

What you'll bring:

• Extensiveexperienceinpackagingengineeringwithastrongfocusoninnovationandcontinuousimprovement.
• Provenabilitytomanagepackagingproduction,includingresourceallocation,qualitycontrol,andcostmanagement.
• Expertiseindevelopingandimplementingpackagingsolutionsalignedwithindustrystandardsandautomationrequirements.
• Strongprojectmanagementskillstoleadmultiplesupplierplansandcross-functionalinitiativeseffectively.
• Excellentcommunicationskillsforcollaboratingwithdesignteams,businesspartners,andsuppliers.
• Demonstratedleadershipinmentoring,coaching,anddevelopinghigh-performingteams.
• Commitmenttoethicalstandards,integrity,andsupportingcompanyvaluesinallbusinesspractices.

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.

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 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.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, English , or related field and 4 years’ experience in marketing, branding, packaging, retail, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in marketing, branding, packaging, retail, or related area. 2 years’ supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Brand Management, Microsoft OfficeMasters: English, Masters: Marketing

Primary Location...

805 Respect, 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.

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.

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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