(USA) Director, Business Strategy (CA) – Marketplace

Position Summary…

What you’ll do…

Directs the development, prioritization, and execution of key business strategies and communication by leading cross-functional initiatives that impact
store and corporate processes; overseeing the development of business programs and initiatives, customer and company communications, and
associate training content.

Drives the resolution of business issues by reviewing data; determining needed solutions that fit local needs and can be leveraged across the region;
following up with stakeholders to obtain information on unresolved issues; and collaborating with cross-functional teams regarding support for
solutions.

Directs change initiatives by identifying and defining desired change and processes; validating value and priority; driving project plans to implement
processes; assessing readiness for change; managing expectations; adjusting approaches to have change adopted by the entire organization; and
ensuring timely project management from pilot to the execution stage.

Directs the development and implementation of process improvements to improve business results by overseeing evaluation and execution of
multiple projects; directing consultation with leadership regarding solutions; leveraging customer and operational needs across the division to identify
barriers and obstacles that impact performance across the division; and benchmarking competitors’ programs.

Provides recommendations to senior management by reviewing consolidated feedback from operating units; assessing risks; collaborating with cross-
functional partners to develop program enhancements; managing the reporting and communication of key performance metrics; ensuring alignment
across functional units; and communicating strategic direction to key stakeholders.

Provides overall direction by analyzing business objectives and customer needs; developing, communicating, building support for, and implementing
business strategies, plans, and practices; analyzing costs and forecasts and incorporating them into business plans; determining and supporting
resource requirements; evaluating operational processes; measuring outcomes to ensure desired results; identifying and capitalizing on improvement
opportunities; promoting a customer environment; and demonstrating adaptability and sponsoring continuous learning.

Develops and implements strategies to attract and maintain a highly skilled and engaged workforce by diagnosing capability gaps; recruiting,
selecting, and developing talent; supporting mentorship, workforce development, and succession planning; and leveraging the capabilities of new and
existing talent.

Cultivates an environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all
programs and practices; developing consequences for violations or non-compliance; and supporting the Open Door Policy.

Develops and leverages internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals by sponsoring and leading
key community outreach and involvement initiatives; engaging key stakeholders in the development, execution, and evaluation of appropriate
business plans and initiatives; and supporting associate efforts in these areas.

Leadership Expectations
Live our Values
Culture Champion
• Models the Walmart values to foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; and supports Walmart’s commitment to communities, social justice, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability; maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance.

Servant Leadership
• Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, and transparent
Embrace Change
Curiosity & Courage
• Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks.

Digital Transformation & Change
• Drives continuous improvements, supervises the adoption of new technology, and supports digital disruption in line with Walmart’s business model.

Deliver for the Customer
Customer Focus
• Delivers expected business results while putting the customer first and consistently applying an omni-merchant mindset and the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans and initiatives.

Strategic Thinking
• Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and implementing strategies.

Focus on our Associates
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Supports strategies and drives initiatives that attract and retain diverse and inclusive talent; builds high-performing teams; embraces diversity in all its forms; and actively supports diversity goal programs.

Collaboration & Influence
• Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives; and communicates with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action.

Talent Management
• Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent, builds the talent pipeline, fosters an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments.

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, Statistics, Social Science, Communications, or related field and 5 years’ experience in retail merchandising, operations management, or related area OR 7 years’ experience in retail merchandising, operations management, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications…

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position.

If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Leading cross-functional teams, Master’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Transportation, or related field, Supervisory experience
Primary Location…

221 RIVER ST, HOBOKEN, NJ 07030, United States of America

More Information on Walmart

Walmart operates in the Food industry.

The company is located in Bentonville, AR, San Bruno, CA and Sunnyvale, CA.

Walmart was founded in 2022.

It has 578950 total employees.

It offers perks and benefits such as Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Disability Insurance, Dental Benefits, Vision Benefits, Health Insurance Benefits and Life Insurance.

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