(USA) Director, Business Strategy and Planning
Walmart
- Bentonville, AR
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Formulate the right questions, partner with internal stakeholders, develop insightful papers, and establish forums to educate internal stakeholders on trends. Example topics include:
- Competitive trends in data collection and usage
- Implications on privacy
- Data partnership trends
- Facilitate annual process to revise CDI vision and strategy
- Define data partnership strategy
- Define key metrics and outcomes over the short and medium term
- Drive alignment on 3-year roadmap within CDI team and with cross-functional partners
- Understand partner teams priorities for the next fiscal
- Identify key initiatives within CDI that drive value for partner teams
- Establish annual goals and metrics
- Quantify initiative impact on goals and metrics
- Facilitate resource allocation conversations
- Establish a quarterly cadence of check ins with partner strategy teams in the revenue organization
- Define agenda, metrics and content
- Facilitate outcomes, inform future plans
- Share program update into other existing mechanisms such as monthly strategy meeting, and CDI MBR
- You are an incredible storyteller, communicator, and presenter.
- You are passionate about solving complex challenges.
- You are customer-centric in spirit and data driven in execution.
- You can influence and build consensus through stakeholder management.
- You have a test and learn mentality to iterate and improve your team's products.
- You have deep domain knowledge in customer data and identity in omni-channel retail.
- You thrive in complex and matrixed organizations.
- Developing the long term strategy for customer data and identity team
- Driving roadmap sequencing and prioritization
- Establishing operating mechanisms and rhythm with partner teams
- Bachelor's degree required, MBA required
- 8+ years in Business Strategy with a top tier consulting firm, ideally with least 3 years of experience in retail, store, eCommerce or Omni environment.
- Quantitative or technical background is preferred.
- Sound business judgment as well as ability to think clearly, analyze quantitatively, problem-solve, scope technical requirements, and prioritize.
- Must be able and willing to think and act strategically and tactically.
- Strong oral and written communication skills are crucial, proven ability to influence others internally and externally.
- Proven experience in developing and executing successful product roadmaps and initiatives.
- Strong understanding of industry trends, emerging technologies, and market trends in the retail space.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Statistics, Social Science, Communications, or related field and 6 years' experience in retail merchandising, operations management, or related area OR 8 years' experience in retail merchandising, operations management, or related area.
2 years' supervisory experiencePreferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.Leading a cross-functional teamMasters: Computer Engineering, Masters: Computer Science, Masters: Mathematics, Masters: Supply Chain, Masters: TransportationPrimary Location... 702 SW 8TH ST, BENTONVILLE, AR 72716, United States of AmericaAbout WalmartAt Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.Hello, NW ArkansasWith over 200 miles of trails, an emerging locally-sourced food scene, the world-renowned Crystal Bridges Museum-NWA has something for everyone.ArtCrystal Bridges MuseumCelebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the beauty of art and the power of nature.CultureWalton Arts CenterArkansas' premiere center for visual arts and entertainment.EducationThe AmazeumAn interactive children's museum that's fun for the whole family.CommuneBotanical Gardens42 acres of premiere public garden space.ExploreDevil's Den State ParkLocated on 2,500 acres, Devil's Den State Park is the perfect place to explore Arkansas' natural beauty.come togetherFayetteville SquareThe best of shopping and restaurants, right in the heart of Fayetteville.All the benefits you need for you and your family
- Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents
- Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more
- Associate discounts in-store and online
- Education assistance for Associate and dependents
- Parental Leave
- Pay during military service
- Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental
- Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth