Senior Manager, Merchandise Designer - Furniture & Lighting

Reference: R-2409322Posted: 2026-06-16Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $110000 - $220000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficePosition Summary...Senior Manager of Design – Furniture & LightingDepartment: Walmart Brands DesignLocation: Bentonville, AR (Travel Required)Portfolio RequiredAbout the Walmart Brands Design TeamAt Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make as we shape the future of retail — from responsible sourcing and sustainability to democratized design and everything in between.We are a multifaceted team of brand ambassadors, collection builders, assortment curators, color enthusiasts, trend experts, and illustrators at the forefront of an organizational shift toward a design- and style-led Walmart Brands portfolio. Small but mighty, we seek creative partners who bring fresh perspectives, new thinking, collaboration, and design excellence to our team.Passionate about democratized design and shaping culture through product? Join us.What you'll do...The Senior Manager, Indoor/Outdoor Furniture Design leads the creative vision, design execution, and development of indoor, outdoor, and kids furniture categories as extensions of larger Walmart Brands. This role blends hands-on creative design with strategic leadership, trend development, and operational excellence. Experience with lighting is a plus.This position supports all Walmart Brands while partnering closely with Product Development, Merchandising, and Quality teams to deliver cohesive, trend-right, and commercially viable collections. Assortment refinement and extension strategies — identifying areas of opportunity and oversaturation — are key capabilities of this role. Core ResponsibilitiesDrive cohesive, trend-relevant collections for outdoor living across furniture and accessory categories.Translate aspirational aesthetics into forward-thinking, mass-market product solutions.Demonstrate a keen understanding of aesthetics ranging from traditional and updated farmhouse to transitional and contemporary.Develop and evolve multiple collections across seasons simultaneously.Establish and maintain strong partnerships with Merchant and Product Development teams.Collaborate with PD to develop product, identify white space, and build collections that balance classic essentials with new and exclusive designs unique to Walmart.Align merchant strategies with overarching trend vision and brand direction.Ability to hand draw, sketch or render to clearly communicate design direction to key parters and vendors.Respond to business requests in a timely and agile manner.Lead project tracking and milestone management across multiple workstreams.Spearhead regular alignment meetings with Merchandising and Design partners.Review assortments at the CAD level and recommend streamlining opportunities to strengthen clarity and productivity.Trend, Concept & Market LeadershipMonitor global and domestic market trends in indoor and outdoor furniture.Analyze competitive assortments and identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.Develop seasonal trend decks, concept direction, and material/finish strategies.Balance trend relevance with durability, functionality, and price-point accessibility.Technical & Product DevelopmentUtilize Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and CAD/Rhino or comparable furniture rendering programs to communicate concepts and specifications.Demonstrate understanding of construction methods, materiality, fabrication techniques, and finish applications across furniture categories.Ensure design intent translates effectively through sampling, costing, and production phases.Partner with cross-functional teams to maintain quality, cost integrity, and timeline execution.Leadership & CollaborationLead end-to-end design from concept through retail launch.Build strong cross-functional relationships across Merchandising, PD, Sourcing, and Quality teams.Communicate design strategies clearly to internal stakeholders and vendor partners.Travel as needed to support development, factory partnerships, and global sourcing initiatives.Foster a collaborative and proactive team environment.Required Skills & QualificationsDegree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, or related field (outdoor focus preferred). 4+ years of relevant experience in furniture design. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, CAD/Rhino, or comparable rendering programs. Excellent color, material, and finish sensibility with strong trend awareness. Strong understanding of the furniture and outdoor living market. Solid communication and interpersonal skills. Understanding of furniture construction and assembly Proactive team player with strong organizational capabilities. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment. Ability to hand draw, sketch or render to clearly communicate design direction to key parters and vendors. Preferred ExperienceExperience with a wide range of fabrications and substrates, wood types and laminates.Retailers with strong style relevance.Familiarity with global manufacturing environments, particularly in India.Benefits & Perks: Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more. Equal Opportunity Employer Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while welcoming all people. Walmart Inc. participates in E-Verify. Learn more about applicant rights under Federal Employment Laws.Who We Are Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in a culture of belonging, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. careers.walmart.comAt 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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 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. Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, design, or related area and 4 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area. Option 2: 6 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.Creative design software, Cross-functional project management, Design, product development, or manufacturing., Master’s degree in liberal arts or relevant field.Primary 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.SummarySenior Manager of Design – Furniture & Lighting Department: Walmart Brands Design Location: Bentonville, AR (Travel Required) Portfolio Required About the Walmart Brands Design Team At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make as we shape the future of retail — from responsible sourcing and sustainability to democratized design and everything in between. We are a multifaceted team of brand ambassadors, collection builders, assortment curators, color enthusiasts, trend experts, and illustrators at the forefront of an organizational shift toward a design- and style-led Walmart Brands portfolio. Small but mighty, we seek creative partners who bring fresh perspectives, new thinking, collaboration, and design excellence to our team. Passionate about democratized design and shaping culture through product? Join us.Minimum qualifications["Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, design, or related area and 4 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area. Option 2: 6 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area."]Preferred qualifications["Cross functional project management", "Creative design software", "Master’s degree in liberal arts or relevant field.", "Design, product development, or manufacturing."]Additional information(empty)