(USA) Senior Director, Merchandising Execution

Reference: R-2559515Posted: 2026-07-10Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $130000 - $260000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficeRole summary: The Senior Director, Merchandising Execution - Women's, leads strategic inventory planning and operational performance across the Women's business unit. The role requires collaboration and ownership with senior leadership to establish business objectives, optimize processes and priorities to achieve those objectives, and foster continuous improvement across the entire team. Strong leadership and business acumen are essential to advance merchandising execution and support organizational goals effectively. About the team: The team is dedicated to advancing Walmart’s mission to democratize fashion across the US by ensuring optimal inventory placement through stores and fulfillment centers. Collaborating closely with merchant partners, design, product development, and sourcing, the team delivers a superior customer value proposition. They focus on flawless execution of replenishment strategies aligned with financial objectives. By leveraging strong leadership, business strategies, merchandising expertise, operational performance management, the team drives impactful decision making that enhance inventory planning, operational efficiency, and overall business performance. What you'll do:Lead a high-performing team to execute replenishment strategies and planning processes that support strategic outcomes and growth. Lead in leveraging AI where applicable to improve speed to decisions while enhancing insights and actions thru data.Develop and implement merchandising strategies while working cross-functionally (with partners inside of and outside of merchandising, as needed)Provide strategic guidance on business objectives to ensure execution achieves intended outcomes; including leading transformational initiatives + cross-functional teams..Drive execution of business plans by removing obstacles, allocating resources, and adjusting performance standards.Cultivate talent through recruitment, development, and succession planning to maintain a skilled workforce.What you'll bring:Proven leadership experience in merchandising and operational performance management within complex business environments.Expertise in developing and executing business strategies that align inventory, financial goals, and merchandising priorities.Ability to analyze business trends, financial data, and operational metrics to drive informed decision-making.Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale initiatives to improve processes and achieve business objectives.Commitment to fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and ethical business practices. 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 $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock