Manager, Product Development - Celebrations

Reference: R-2563029Posted: 2026-07-07Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $90000 - $180000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficePosition Summary...What you'll do...Role summary: The Manager, Product Development oversees product specifications throughout the entire lifecycle to ensure alignment with quality standards and customer needs. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting industry benchmarking, and managing sourcing activities to support business strategies. The position requires analyzing data to inform product strategies, resolving issues through root cause analysis, and driving continuous improvement. The manager also leads communication efforts with internal and external partners, supports team development, and ensures compliance with company policies while promoting a culture of integrity and operational excellence. About the team: Our team delivers well-curated, trend-aligned solutions for seasonal and celebration moments, creating valued brands. We collaborate across functions to drive product development, ensuring alignment and timely execution throughout the product lifecycle. Leveraging research, strategic partnerships, and creative design, we continuously enhance product offerings. The team emphasizes clear communication, ethical standards, and leadership to achieve business goals while maintaining quality and customer satisfaction. Focused on innovation and problem-solving, we deliver impactful products that support the company’s mission and growth. What you'll do:Manage product specifications throughout the entire lifecycle to ensure quality and alignment with customer needs.Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive product development initiatives and resolve issues promptly.Conduct industry benchmarking and trend analysis to inform product strategies and specifications.Oversee sample assortments, product approvals, and performance metric tracking to support merchandising goals.Perform root cause analysis on product issues and recommend effective solutions to minimize disruptions.Lead cross-functional communication to maintain alignment and meet production timelines.Support sourcing activities by validating documentation and assisting with special projects.Develop and mentor team members, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.What you'll bring:Proven experience managing product lifecycles with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.Strong expertise in cross-functional project management and collaboration across multiple teams.Ability to analyze data, conduct root cause and trend analysis, and apply customer insights to drive product strategy.Excellent communication skills to effectively update and align internal and external partners.Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, training, and developing team members.Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and adherence to company policies.Proficiency in managing sourcing activities and ensuring accurate documentation and audit compliance.Aptitude for continuous improvement, change management, and performance metric tracking. 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 $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stockㅤㅤㅤㅤ‎ 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 Business Administration, Marketing, Design, or related field and 2 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area.Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.Customer Service, Data Analysis and Insights, Microsoft Office, Product Development, Programming Language - VBA, Project Management, Statistical Programming Language - Structured Query Language (SQL), Supervising AssociatesPrimary Location...1700 Se 5th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart 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.Preferred qualifications[]