Position Summary...
Director, Communications-US Supply Chain
Location: Bentonville, AR
As Director of Communications - Walmart U.S. Supply Chain, you'll play a pivotal role in driving high-impact strategies that align with Walmart U.S. priorities while shaping positive brand perception. This dynamic role combines strategic planning, flawless execution and cross-functional collaboration to amplify Walmart's voice across owned and earned channels, keeping Walmart at the forefront of the retail and logistics industry. This position demands agility, multitasking and the ability to lead integrated communication efforts that resonate with audiences both internally and externally. Success in this role requires executive presence, thought leadership and a knack for delivering compelling narratives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
In this role you'll collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to highlight Walmart's mission, values and spirit of innovation in every initiative. You'll play a pivotal role in aligning communications with Walmart U.S. priorities and positioning the company at the forefront of the retail and logistics industry. This high-visibility role demands agility, cross-functional leadership and the ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate both internally and externally. Executive presence, thought leadership and a passion for impactful storytelling are essential for success in this fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. This role is ideal for a visionary communicator with a passion for storytelling, an exceptional eye for detail and a proven ability to deliver strategic, large-scale campaigns with precision and impact.
What you'll do...
Strategic Communications & Project Management
Lead communications for Walmart U.S. Supply Chain, including leveraging the EVP of Supply Chain and Supply Chain leadership team.
Develop and execute strategies that promote Walmart's voice, extend key initiatives and build excitement and awareness of Walmart's industry-leading automation modernization efforts across our Supply Chain network including transportation, fulfillment and distribution capabilities.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner across Communications, Supply Chain operations, HR, Merchandising, Technology and other teams to integrate and amplify campaigns and messaging.
Align execution across paid, earned, owned and shared channels while balancing competing priorities.
Storytelling and Content
Develop messaging that enables consistent communications and integration into enterprise and Walmart U.S. communications.
Serve as a corporate spokesperson, delivering impactful statements to the media, maintaining reputation and addressing issues as they arise.
Develop proactive storytelling that keeps Walmart's Supply Chain visible across owned platforms and earned channels.
Translate insights and messaging into compelling content for internal and external audiences, highlighting innovation, efficiency and impact.
Measurement and Optimization
Leverage data and audience insights to evaluate campaign impact and recommend ongoing improvements.
Apply learnings to future work and drive continuous refinement.
Technology & Tools
Be a GenAI super user, leveraging digital tools for content development, project management and performance tracking, among other ways.
What you'll bring...
Experience executing bold, creative campaign work that enhances public perception of Walmart and Walmart U.S. Supply Chain.
Ability to manage the details that move campaigns from plan to performance.
Experience sustaining a steady drumbeat of always-on storytelling that showcases Walmart's leadership, impact and innovation in supply chain and logistics.
A passion for shaping how customers, associates, and partners experience the brand-through timely, relevant, and resonant communications.
A collaborative mindset paired with a strong drive for executional excellence in every aspect of your work.
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.
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 https://one.walmart.com/notices .
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 (https://one.walmart.com/) .
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 :
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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 Communications, Journalism, Business, or related field and 5 years' experience in communications, journalism, business, or related area OR 7 years' experience in communications, journalism, business, or related area. 1 year's supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Project Management
Masters
Primary Location...
702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, 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.
