Location: Bentonville,AR, USA
Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Position Summary...
What you'll do...
The Director, Sam's Club Communications - Business Partner will serve as an internal business communications and external executive communications partner for the Merchandising and Operations teams. From counseling and helping to inform and align the business to best positioning the executive internally and externally, this communications professional will play a critical role in how each of the teams and executives perform individually as well as how they align with each other and the broader business. This associate will need to become a trusted, creative advisor to the principal executives (Chief Merchant and Chief Operator) as well as key leaders/influencers within the teams.
About the Team:
The Walmart Global Communications team is focused on both traditional and new ways to reach audiences internally and externally and shape the reputation of the brand. Team members work cross-functionally with every aspect of Walmart business, connecting with associates across the globe. The work goes beyond retail. Our team has the ability to influence and impact communities across the U.S. in areas ranging from healthcare to sustainability to inclusion and diversity. We are a nimble group that comes from a vast background, yet are guided by the same north star: to work quickly, cost effectively and with vast foresight. Together, we innovate and are a force for positive.
We're a small team with multiple functions embedded - business partner, executive and business strategy support, media (business and consumer), internal communications, executive communications, creative thinking/counsel That means it looks a whole lot more like water polo (one pool, no lanes) than competitive swimming (one pool, clear lanes) most days. We need someone who can work collaboratively, quickly, and with lots of grace given and received.
What You'll Bring to this role:
* Ability to think holistically, ability to influence, strong writer and presenter of ideas,
* Ability to work in and manage complex situations (i.e. work in the gray), and business curiosity/understanding.
* Learning the business intimately, establishing trust, and using strategic and solutions-focused communications as a tool to drive the business forward is the heart of this role.
* Collaborate and build transparent relationships with the principal executives and key leaders and the ability to influence are of upmost importance to be successful.
What You'll Do in this Role
* Effectively communicate with the Merch and Ops teams, ensuring they are fully informed and aligned to the broader Sam's Club strategy
* Provide strategic communications support for the Chief Merchant and Chief Operator, driving awareness and understanding of their respective strategies
* Work collaboratively with the Sam's Club communications and media team so we can - as a team - best tell the Sam's Club story
* Come up with creative (and entertaining!) ways to help the Merch and Ops team members understand their role(s) within the broader Sam's Club strategy
* Develops and implements communication and engagement strategy plans for Merch and Ops leadership that position executives as thought leaders inside and outside the company
* Become a sought-after partner for the business
* Do what you're great at/Let what others do what they're great at in order to best help the Sam's Club communications and media team creatively and effectively add value
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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, ideas and opinions - while being inclusive of all people.
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much 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 One.Walmart.
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 One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
* Stock
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, or related field and 5 years' experience in public relations, communications, or relevant area OR 7 years' experience in public relations, communications, or relevant 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.
Government Relations, Media Relations, Retail Industry
Primary Location...
2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, United States of America