XMLNAME USA 2025-Intern-Conversion 2026-FT-Senior Manager Site Merchandising
Location : BENTONVILLE, AR
Career Area : Business Operations
Job Function : Merchandising
Employment Type : Regular / Permanent
Position Type : Salary
Requisition : R-2330877
Basic Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an MBA program with a graduation date of Spring 2026
- 3-5+ years of industry or military work experience
- Authorization to work in US without restrictions at the time of application
- Must have successfully completed Walmart Summer 2025 E-Commerce Internship to apply
Product Management and Innovation
Possesses knowledge of Product discovery processes product roadmap design methodologies prioritization approaches To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Identifies customer problems business opportunities requirementsneeds for new products and customer toolsOwns product discovery processes for example cadence feedback iteration backlog management for a simple customer problemBuilds product roadmaps with proper phasingCommunicates product roadmaps to crossfunctional partners and stakeholders leveraging elements such as PRDswhitepapersIndependently or with minimal guidance conducts activities for product feature analytics with an understanding of simple trendsinsightsUtilizes customer feedback to solve for current product and tool gaps and develop new and easy touse productsSite Structure Management
Possesses knowledge of Search engine optimization site structure site taxonomy web analytics tools To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Collaborates with and understands the value of other research partners for example site analytics consumer insights to synthesize and leverage existing data and coordinate research effortsFollows search engine optimization strategies or requirements to deliver highquality contentReviews raw data containing the factors influencing search rankings and analyzes their use in search engine optimization performanceCreates tracking systems to measure the relevance and popularity of website contentConducts reviews the landing page content keywords and advertisement text to ensure relevanceInfluential Communication
Possesses knowledge of Verbalnonverbal behaviors application and allocation of business communication stylestechniques in ambiguous and challenging situations situational awareness communication channelsmediums interpersonal skills and universal relationship building To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Leads discussions with varying viewpointsPresents to and influence audiences across divisions using appropriate frameworkstoolsLeverages factbased data and analytics insights from multiple business domains to build a cohesive narrative form an argument organize thoughts and present in a clear concise and meaningful wayDemonstrates decision and coordination skills when faced with conflicting or ambiguous inputsActs as a trusted advisor to business partners influencing them to act as needed to move the business forwardProvides effective timely feedback to others Seeks internalizes and utilizes feedback to make changesMarket and Customer Analysis
Possesses knowledge of Data gathering and reporting tools market data sources customer behavior analysis methodologies To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Designs targeted customer engagement processes based on customer analyticsCapitalizes on strategic opportunities that customer analytics can bring to the organizationInterprets business risks and potential threats and opportunities using predictive modelingMonitors global and regional market trends directions experiences and key playersAnticipates capitalizes on and drives changes in the marketDevelops advanced tools and techniques for validating market researchEstablishes alternative theories and models based on the results of market researchRecommends methods for using web analytics to cultivate highvalue customersSupports the integration of analytics with other applications for example enterprise data warehouses business intelligence tools predictive analytic modelsLeverages competitor and industry insights to measure site success and inform future site strategiesCampaigns and Launches
Possesses knowledge of Campaign processes programproject management tools promotional tools and methods promotional guidelines To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Reviews plans and campaign management processesPredicts and resolves problems during a launchAdvises team members on the selection of campaign objectives scopes formats and other arrangementsDevelops partnerships and strategies with Marketing Homepage and other SBU teams for linking opportunitiesPartners with Merchants to provide proactive guidance on product launches and promotional campaignsEvaluates performance and provides relevant insights and recommendationsEnsures that all campaign management activities comply with applicable branding guidelines and institutional standardsOversees launch workflows and ensures a smooth run of eventsCategory Strategy Management
Possesses knowledge of eCommerce retail environments merchandising strategies and plans business plan development processes To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Identifies and recommends different business models for example joint partnerships as appropriate to change ways of working and make the team future readyDevelops contingency plans to improve processes and avoid problems before they occurDrives process changes to enable savings opportunities and strategy executionReduces risks to the businessOwns and ensures the execution of departmental strategiesThinks critically and systematically about complex business problems and opportunitiesApplies the underlying theories behind macroeconomic behaviors to all levels of the organizationUses strategic frameworks advanced models and business and competitor knowledge to devise strategies understand tradeoffs and make informed business decisionsDevelops a prioritized site strategy plan that delivers the needs of the business in alignment with the overall strategy and business planRecognizes and translates complex data into insights to support stakeholders and explain complex data in an easytounderstand waySupports and influences evidencebased decision making by objectively establishing requirements identifying options and selecting and recommending solutions to deliver services that provide value to businessPartnerships
Possesses knowledge of Communication channels team dynamics organizational ways of working To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Consults with leaders of business unitsto advise on business strategy decisionsLeads crossfunctional business initiatives and encourages team members to cultivate relationships across the businessEstablishes shared goals and informationsharing platforms to foster collaborationSeeks and provides constructive feedback anticipates needsquestions and responds appropriatelySite Experience
Possesses knowledge of Site navigation site standards visual merchandising methodologies site tools and administrative systems for example Tempo Tango To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Develops and plans the visual merchandising strategies of departments and campaigns by ensuring strategies are based on category knowledge site performance data sales plansforecasting and marketing plansLeads the development of new site capabilities by leveraging crossfunctional understanding of site performance benchmarks and merchandising best practicesEnsures the implementation and optimization of site experience strategies by prioritizing efforts based on business importance and sales potentialReporting and Insights
Possesses knowledge of Database tools for example SQL Oracle visualization tools for example Tableau etc storytelling through information To be able to carry out the following responsibilities :
Gathers and integrates data from different sources and interprets data using tools like SQL to create insightful reports for Omnichannel retail designWrites and publishes research documents and reports on topicsProvides insights to the business based on research findingsDevelops new reporting and insights capabilities that add value to the businessIdentifies and recommends the most suitable visualization tools based on contextGenerates appropriate graphical representations of data and models outcomesDrives the execution of multiple business plans and