Position Summary...

What you'll do...

The Senior Manager, Global Communications leads owned events and internal communications for Walmart Global Tech and the AI Acceleration, Product and Design organizations. From proactively guiding the development and production of high-impact events to providing counsel on key communication objectives - this communications professional is a critical partner in bringing our people-led, tech-powered story to life.

Skills critical for success include exceptional judgement, proactivity, organization, accountability, smart brevity and creative thinking. Working closely with our partners across various teams including Global Communications, Walmart Global Tech, AI Acceleration, Product and Design, People, and the businesses, this role’s top priority is engaging key stakeholders with unforgettable stories that inform and inspire the next retail disruption.

What you'll do...

• Own end-to-end execution for an annual roster of owned events
• Create and drive event planning timelines inclusive of kick-off meetings, briefings with internal stakeholders, and creative briefings – ensuring all deadlines are met
• Cultivate key relationships for crucial collaboration – aligning multiple different stakeholders around the vision for each event
• Create post-event follow ups and surveys to measure and document success 
• Develop and execute internal communications
• Advise senior leaders on messaging and communication strategy
• Drive continuous improvement by integrating industry best practices and innovation
• Evaluate the effectiveness of communication and event initiatives through metrics and feedback
• Collaborate with and support a high-performing communications team

You’ll sweep us off our feet if: 

• You’re an experienced strategic thinker, willing teammate, and proven storyteller  
• You have a consistent history of ownership, proactive problem-solving and strong attention to detail 
• You’re a natural leader who can play an active role brainstorming and expressing rationale confidently in real-time 
• You have a record of accomplishment building successful cross-functional partnerships that magnify your impact, including utilizing agency support, at scale 
• You are comfortable taking creative risks and have a history of demonstrating sound judgement in risk-taking 
• You are an unwavering professional with strong executive presence, capable of giving and receiving meaningful feedback, as well as succeeding in dynamic work and social media environments at the highest levels of the company 

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.

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The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00-$180,000.00

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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.

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field and 4 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or relevant area OR 6 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or relevant area.
1 year’s 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.

Politics, journalism, or relevant area, Working in a corporate retail or Fortune 100 environment

Primary Location...

1300 Se 8Th 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.