(USA) Senior Manager, Sourcing

Walmart Inc.; Bentonville (AR); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discount Card

Live Better U program

401(k) matching

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Walmart is seeking a Senior Manager, Sourcing to lead advanced sourcing strategies for the Personal Care & Beauty category, coordinating with Merchandising, Product Development, and global suppliers to balance supply with demand and drive value.

You will negotiate with vendors, oversee multi-year contracts, mentor teams, and advance continuous improvement while upholding high ethical standards and supply continuity.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, engineering, or related area and 2 years’ experience in merchandising, sourcing, planning, finance, or related area. Option 2: 6 years’ experience in merchandising, sourcing, planning, finance, or related area.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute complex sourcing strategies by collaborating with cross-functional partners to align with product demand and business plans.
• Oversee sourcing programs across regions and seasons as a subject matter expert for multiple commodities.
• Negotiate with vendors to secure products at optimal costs while ensuring quality and sustainability standards.
• Build and maintain strategic vendor relationships, conducting performance reviews and resolving issues to ensure supply continuity.
• Lead and mentor associates, fostering a high-performing team environment with clear performance expectations and development opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating sourcing effectiveness and implementing process enhancements aligned with company growth.

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

The Senior Manager, Sourcing, leads the development and execution of advanced sourcing strategies by collaborating with cross-functional partners to meet product demand and align with business objectives. This role oversees vendor relationships, negotiates cost-effective agreements, and ensures supply continuity while driving innovation and quality improvements. The position requires managing complex sourcing programs, evaluating supplier performance, and guiding teams to achieve operational excellence. The Senior Manager fosters a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and ethical standards to support Walmart’s growth and commitment to delivering value to customers.

About the team:

The Personal Care & Beauty Sourcing team collaborates closely with Merchandising, Product Development, and global suppliers to create competitive assortments for Walmart customers. This team develops and executes sourcing strategies, identifies and nurtures supplier relationships, negotiates costs, mitigates risks, and drives innovation within the Personal Care & Beauty category. Members work cross-functionally to influence business strategy, uncover new sourcing opportunities, and deliver quality, innovation, and value. The team values collaboration, analytical thinking, and results-driven approaches to support Walmart’s commitment to providing exceptional products and experiences.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and execute complex sourcing strategies by collaborating with cross-functional partners to align with product demand and business plans.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for multiple commodities, overseeing sourcing programs across regions and seasons.
• Negotiate with vendors to secure products at optimal costs while ensuring quality and sustainability standards.
• Build and maintain strategic vendor relationships, conducting performance reviews and resolving issues to ensure supply continuity.
• Lead and mentor associates, fostering a high-performing team environment with clear performance expectations and development opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating sourcing effectiveness and implementing process enhancements aligned with company growth.

What you’ll bring:

• Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management within complex supply chains.
• Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business growth and operational plans.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure cost-effective agreements while maintaining quality and supplier performance.
• Expertise in evaluating vendor capabilities, conducting performance reviews, and managing multi-year contracts.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams, driving continuous improvement, and fostering collaborative cross-functional partnerships.
• Excellent communication skills to influence stakeholders and present sourcing insights effectively.
• Proficiency in cost management, process improvement, and aligning sourcing decisions with company objectives.

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.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, engineering, or related area and 2 years’ experience in merchandising, sourcing, planning, finance, or related area. Option 2: 6 years’ experience in merchandising, sourcing, planning, finance, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Master's degree in Business, Mathematics, Engineering, or related area., Procurement in a retail environment., Raw material and commodity procurement.

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.

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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Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

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