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Group Director, Sourcing General Merchandise

Group Director, Sourcing General Merchandise

WalmartBentonville, AR, US
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Group Director, Sourcing General Merchandise

As Group Director, Sourcing General Merchandise, you'll be the primary point of contact for our U.S. merchant leaders, shaping sourcing strategies that deliver innovation, value, and quality to our customers. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team, drive business growth, and ensure our assortments anticipate customer needs.

Our team operates at the intersection of Merchandising, Private Brands, and our supplier network, driving strategic sourcing initiatives that fuel Walmart's growth. We foster strong partnerships and a collaborative environment, empowering associates to deliver results that align with company goals and customer expectations. In this role, you'll directly impact our business strategy and help shape the future of our product assortments.

What you'll do :

  • Represent sourcing in strategic discussions and governance meetings with GM leadership.
  • Lead and support GM associates, operationalizing new ways of working and cross-SBU initiatives.
  • Analyze business objectives, customer needs, and operational processes to drive results.
  • Identify improvement opportunities, drive innovation, and deliver business savings.
  • Develop and implement strategies to build and engage a high-performing team.

What you'll bring :

  • Experience developing complex category strategies and executing long-term business plans.
  • Strong omni-channel customer focus and ability to guide suppliers in customer-centric processes.
  • Tenacity, ownership, and a drive to excel in a competitive environment.
  • Proven ability to build and leverage partnerships to achieve business goals.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

    Option 1 : Bachelor's degree in business or related area and 7 years' experience in supply chain, transportation, logistics, or related area. Option 2 : 9 years' experience in supply chain, transportation, logistics, or related area. 3 years' supervisory experience.

    Preferred Qualifications :

    Certified Purchasing Manager or related purchasing manager certification, Cross-functional, Master's degree in business or related area

    Primary Location :

    1700 Se 5th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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