(USA) Group Director, Technical Program Management

Reference: R-2687048Posted: 2026-10-23Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United States; Sunnyvale, CASalary: $195000 - $370000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficeAssist in developing the strategy and execution for all of Sam's Club technologySupport the CTO with all executive updates for all Walmart and Sam’s Club C-Suite and external partnersGather business requirements, compile, organize and analyze data, scope the anticipated outcomes, plan milestones and draft clear, compelling plans.Deep understanding of Agile and architecture methodologiesManaging global workforce planningScale across rapidly growing business lines and geographies.Own, develop and refine the processes and strategy for Sam’s Tech Build and manage team of high performers as well as cross-functional projects with our sales, partner management, operations, product, engineering, business operations and finance teams to solve challenging business problems at scaleEngage with Sam’s Club leadership team and internal stakeholders to get buy-in on your proposed strategiesPartner by working across internal teams (including product, finance, legal, marketing, and analytics) to optimize go-to-market strategies, execute and analyze results to inform next stepsDrive strategic decision making in a fast paced constantly changing environmentAnalyze the economics, value, and opportunity costs of strategic initiatives and their impact to growth, revenue and business objectives Optimize forecasting and reporting tools, processes and methodologies to continuously improve, automate and scaleWhat you'll bring: Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years of experience LEADING cross-functional teams in developing products and technologyDemonstrated ability to translate business strategy and goals into optimal processes that are scalable, simple, member-focused and adaptable to unique and changing business needs·Successful track record of driving improvements in the planning, operationalization, change management, and communications of programs in a fast paced and ambiguous environmentProven ability to influence without authority and execute in a member-centric mannerStrong strategic aptitude; proven ability to define a winning business strategy and product road map and gain buy-in from stakeholders at all levels.Technical fluency; comfort understanding and discussing technology concepts, schedule trade-offs, and new opportunities with technical team members.Proven track record of taking end-to-end ownership and driving results; demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects or programs- work prioritization, planning, and coordination across teamsPreferred qualifications: Experience in retail technology domain.Experience in developing large scale consumer technology.Travel: Traveling is necessary to perform one or more essential functions of this position. Travels internationally to and from multiple facilities or work-sites requiring extended overnight stays. Who We Are: Sam Walton opened the first Sam's Club in 1983 to meet a growing need among customers who wanted to buy merchandise in bulk. Since then, Sam's Club has grown rapidly, operating almost 600 clubs in the US. By offering affordable, wholesale merchandise to members, Sam's Club helps make saving simple for families and small business owners. 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-09930: The annual salary range for this position is $195,000.00 - $370,000.00 Sunnyvale, California US-11807: The annual salary range for this position is $254,000.00 - $481,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - StockSummaryWorking at Sam’s Club Technology means a career without boundaries. There’s always room to grow, to take on another challenge, to roll up your sleeves and contribute, and to find professional rewards for your hard work. Yes, we are a division of the Fortune #1 company, Walmart, Inc. But you’ll quickly find that we’re a company that wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Sam’s Club is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our clubs. The Group Director, Tech Strategy, PMO & Ops, oversees the development of the strategic execution plan for Sam’s Technology; provides business critical insights using analytics, ensures cross-functional alignment of goals and execution, and helps teams drive strategic partnerships and initiatives forward. In this role, you will work with the CTO and be responsible for a diverse set of activities that enables the CTO to focus on areas that are central to their successful leadership of the business and broader Global Tech Organization. The position will require thorough prioritization and data-driven decision-making to ensure the team is working towards the right goals and has the tools, processes and strategy required to achieve them. You will partner closely with key cross functional strategy and operations leaders within Sam's (such as the Product Operations leader, Finance, Business Strategy, etc) as well as with leaders across Global Tech in supporting the leadership agenda and other C-level activities. In addition, you will also identify opportunities for collaboration, create efficiencies in how we work, and drive internal communications for knowledge sharing.Minimum qualifications["• Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area and 9 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.\n• Option 2: 11 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area."]Preferred qualifications["We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.", "Master’s degree in Business Administration, with specialization in strategy, supply chain, finance, information systems, or related area and 7 years’ experience in product design.", "Supervisory", "Certification in Project Management."]