Position Summary...
The Group Director, Real Estate - Supply Chain Design & Construction will serve as the primary real estate leader for all supply chain assets, guiding strategic decision-making across departments and ensuring the successful delivery of complex, high-value projects. This role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams, managing a multibillion-dollar portfolio, and driving operational excellence through effective design, construction, and market strategy. The Group Director will champion business strategy, foster a culture of integrity and continuous improvement, and represent the company in key negotiations and community engagements.
What you'll do...
Strategic Support & Mentorship: Act as the main real estate point of contact for supply chain assets, providing guidance and mentorship across departments.
Design & Construction Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, architects, and developers; influence site layouts and cost efficiency; manage project timelines, budgets, and issue resolution; apply corporate design criteria throughout development.
Deal Negotiation & Due Diligence: Lead complex negotiations with contractors, developers, and internal teams; oversee project approvals, closings, and risk reporting; develop site plans and cost estimates aligned with company goals.
Portfolio & Project Management: Manage a multibillion-dollar portfolio; oversee consultants and project risk; ensure compliance with regulations (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley); drive project milestones and completion.
Market Strategy & Site Selection: Conduct market analysis in complex regions; identify and evaluate site options; forecast ROI and influence site planning decisions.
Project Approval & Presentation: Prepare and present project recommendations to the Real Estate Executive Committee (REC).
Five-Year Planning: Develop and execute strategic plans for assigned regions; align with Operations and Finance to deliver on budget and schedule.
Closing Process Management: Prepare closing materials and presentations; secure legal and business approvals.
Leadership & Culture: Drive business strategy and operational improvements; build and develop high-performing teams; promote integrity, ethics, and continuous learning; lead community outreach and stakeholder engagement.
What You'll Bring...
Proven experience leading large-scale real estate projects, preferably in supply chain or logistics environments.
Strong background in design, construction, and project management, with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
Expertise in deal negotiation, due diligence, and risk management.
Ability to manage complex portfolios and ensure regulatory compliance.
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and market evaluation skills.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
Commitment to fostering a culture of integrity, ethics, and continuous improvement.
Experience in developing and executing long-term strategic plans.
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.
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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.
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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .
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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.
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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.
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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart (https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J) .
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The annual salary range for this position is $160,000.00-$320,000.00
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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
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Stock
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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 Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field and 4 years' experience in commercial real estate development, operations, finance, banking, corporate retail, or related field OR 6 years' experience in commercial real estate development, operations, finance, banking, corporate retail, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Developing presentations, Financial Modeling and Analysis, Presenting information to groups, Real Estate, Supervising Associates
Doctorate: Law, Masters: Business Administration
Primary Location...
2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of America
Walmart 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.
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.
