(USA) Senior Manager, People

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase

Paid time off

Live Better U

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Senior Manager, People to lead strategic human resource initiatives for Walmart Depots. The role oversees talent development, performance management, and compliance with employment laws while driving organizational effectiveness and continuous improvement.

You will partner with leaders across the US Store Operations People Team to scale future Depot strategies. The position emphasizes data-driven decision making, coaching, and collaboration to deliver

Qualifications

• PHR or SPHR certification preferred or required.
• Project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of business plans by identifying operational needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to improve performance.
• Provide supervision and development opportunities to associates, fostering a high-performing team.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and employment laws via training and audits.
• Collaborate with partners to improve organizational effectiveness and cost management.
• Define and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Analyze HR data to inform decision-making and drive improvements.
• Promote integrity, accountability and continuous learning across the team.

Skills

HR data analysis

Talent planning

Employee engagement

Coaching mentoring

Labor laws

Education

PHR or SPHR Certification

Project Management Certification

Job description

802 Respect Dr
Bentonville, AR 72716-0000

R-2700393

$90,000 - $180,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary...

Role summary: The Senior Manager, People, leads the execution of strategic human resource initiatives to support business objectives and enhance organizational effectiveness primarily for Walmart Depots. This role oversees talent development, performance management, and compliance with employment laws while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. By leveraging data analysis and cross-functional partnerships, the position drives continuous improvement and operational excellence. The Senior Manager provides guidance to leaders, promotes ethical standards, and ensures alignment with company values, enabling associates to thrive and deliver exceptional results in a dynamic and evolving workplace. About the team: This team is part of the US Store Operations People Team, supporting Walmart Depot and Operations Strategy, Support, and Store Fulfillment organization. The team is focused on expanding and designing future strategies for Depot operations. This position will support Depots as a People Partner and partner with the Vice President of new formats on scaling strategies. The team drives organizational effectiveness through talent planning, change management, and associate engagement, ensuring compliance with policies and fostering continuous improvement to support operational success and associate development across the network.

What you'll do...

What you'll do:

• Lead execution of business plans by identifying operational needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to enhance performance.
• Provide supervision, mentoring, and development opportunities to associates, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws through training, auditing, and continuous monitoring.
• Collaborate with business partners to evaluate and improve organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and cost management.
• Define and implement human resources strategies aligned with business goals, supporting organizational change initiatives.
• Analyze HR and business data to inform decision-making and recommend actionable improvements.
• Promote a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and continuous learning across the team.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in human resource management and organizational development within complex business environments.
• Proven ability to lead and execute organizational change initiatives aligned with strategic business goals.
• Strong expertise in employment and labor laws, ensuring compliance and ethical standards.
• Demonstrated skills in talent planning, employee engagement, and building high-performing teams through coaching and mentoring.
• Proficiency in data analysis to inform human resources strategies and drive continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to influence and partner with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and operational excellence.

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 $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.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

PHR or SPHR Human Resources Professional certification, Project Management Certification, Project management experience, Supervisory experience

Primary Location...

802 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.

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

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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.

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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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