Senior Manager, Talent Programs - Strategic Talent Pipelines

Walmart

  • Bentonville, AR
  • $90,000-180,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 hours ago
Position Summary... As the Senior Manager, Talent Programs, you will lead the strategy, launch, and implementation of new innovative talent initiatives and experiences designed to engage Walmart and Sam's Club frontline field associate's in early career opportunities. Our goal is to significantly increase the number of frontline field associates participating in early career programs, achieving substantial growth year over year. In this role, you will be a key member of our Internal Talent Pipelines team, collaborating closely with our traditional Early Career team. You will also partner with learning & development leads, people partners, and business teams to understand how talent moves into full-time roles. The Senior Manager, Talent Programs will excel at navigating a large, matrixed organization, driving clarity around program requirements, and achieving successful outcomes with cross-functional partners and stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in program and project management, a passion for internal talent pipelines, and a curious, solution-oriented mindset. Join us to revolutionize early career hiring at Walmart and Sam's Club by mobilizing our internal field associates across the enterprise!What you'll do...
  • Design and implementation of new programs and experiences to scale innovative internal talent solutions and build strong talent pipelines aligned with business goals and workforce planning.
  • Drive how internal talent transitions into full-time early career roles through effective program design and execution.
  • Collaborate across a large, matrixed organization-including people and talent partners, learning teams, business leaders, legal, communications, and field hiring stakeholders-to enable internal mobility.
  • Leverage data and insights to assess program impact, optimize strategies, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Deliver clear, executive-level updates and reporting on program performance.
  • Enhance customer and candidate experiences at every touchpoint through data-driven improvements.
What you'll bring...
  • Proven ability to design, pilot, and scale innovative talent solutions with measurable impact.
  • Strong program and project management skills, including developing and managing project plans, timelines, and stakeholder communications.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and lead at all levels of the organization.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Experience managing complex, large-scale initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated collaboration skills, working effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and the integration of AI and digital tools into internal pipeline initiatives.
  • Experience developing automated dashboards and tools to track KPIs, associate feedback, and program impact
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of program or project management experience
  • Knowledge of Walmart/Sam's field hiring systems and processes
  • Experience with skills-based hiring initiatives
  • PMP or Agile project/program management certifications
  • Change management certification
  • Experience with internal talent marketplace platforms
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 .‎‎ 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 .‎ 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:‎‎ - Stock‎‎Minimum 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, human resources, or related area and 4 years' experience in human resources, talent acquisition, orrelated area.Option 2: 6 years' experience in human resources, talent acquisition, or related area.2 years' supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.Human Resources - Professional HR (PHR) CERTIFICATION - CertificationPrimary Location...508 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of AmericaWalmart 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.About 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. 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 unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while welcoming all people.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."Walmart supports their associates. They really are like your second family away from home." — Adele Garcia, Global HR OperationsHello, 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
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 specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see .

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