(USA) Senior Manager, Program Management - Seller Defect Reduction

Reference: R-2601592Posted: 2026-08-14Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $80000 - $155000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficeThe Senior Manager, Program Management – Seller Defect Reduction, leads the execution of multiple business initiatives related to reducing friction in the Market seller experience. This role involves building scalable systems and driving cross-functional collaboration to identify, triage, and remove friction and obstacles impacting Walmart’s Sellers. The position also focuses on developing team capabilities through coaching and mentoring while promoting adherence to company policies and ethical standards. By leveraging data-driven insights and fostering effective communication with stakeholders at multiple levels from (Manager to SVP), the Senior Manager advances process improvements and supports organizational objectives to enhance overall business performance and customer experience. About the team: The team focuses on enhancing the global Seller Experience by leveraging advanced research, analytics, and defect reduction strategies. Collaborating with leadership and cross-functional partners, they develop strategic solutions to address complex business challenges. Managing multiple projects, the team uses data-driven insights to guide decision-making and improve customer experience. Emphasizing continuous improvement, coaching, and accountability, they foster a culture of learning. Their efforts support business growth by delivering clear recommendations aligned with organizational goals, promoting operational excellence across the Seller Experience. What you'll do:Scale and lead rapid defect reduction programLead execution of multiple business plans by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to optimize performance.Develop and communicate program strategies, ensuring alignment with company goals and stakeholder expectations.Supervise and mentor associates, fostering team development through coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.Drive continuous improvement by analyzing program performance, recommending adjustments, and implementing best practices.Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve critical issues, support decision-making, and enhance customer experience.Promote adherence to company policies, ethics, and standards while supporting a positive and productive work environment.What you'll bring:Proven expertise in defect reduction program management with the ability to drive multiple business plans and projects to successful completion.Strong leadership skills to mentor, develop, and build high-performing, collaborative teams.Excellent decision-making and problem-solving capabilities to remove obstacles and adjust plans based on performance metrics.Effective communication skills to engage stakeholders, educate leadership, and align cross-functional teams.Experience in process improvement, gap analysis, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.Ability to analyze data, evaluate program performance, and recommend actionable changes.Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and fostering a positive work environment. 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. Bentonville, Arkansas US-30008: The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Bellevue, Washington US-11663 | Hoboken, New Jersey US-10279: The annual salary range for this position is $96,000.00 - $186,000.00 San Bruno, California US-08848: The annual salary range for this position is $104,000.00 - $202,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock