(USA) Group Director, Supplier Excellence

Reference: R-2671771Posted: 2026-10-27Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $160000 - $320000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficeRole summary: The Group Director, Supplier Excellence, leads the development and execution of strategies to ensure supplier growth with Walmart’s standards, focusing on risk mitigation and value-driven negotiations. This role oversees automation initiatives, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supplier agreements and operational efficiency. Responsible for managing a high-performing team, the position drives continuous improvement in contract execution, compliance tracking, and supplier relationship management, aligning efforts with Walmart’s strategic and financial objectives while fostering a culture of integrity and operational excellence. About the team: The Group Director, Supplier Excellence leads a team dedicated to enhancing the supplier lifecycle through strategic program design and execution. This team focuses on improving processes, strengthening supplier capabilities, and driving operational excellence. Collaborating across business units, they deliver scalable solutions that support Walmart’s enterprise priorities. The team manages relationships, new tools, and ensures seamless supplier experiences. With expertise in supplier management, process improvement, and strategic planning, they foster strong partnerships and lead continuous enhancements to support Walmart’s goals and maintain high standards in supplier relations and operational performance. What you'll do:Lead supplier compliance efforts, managing certificate of insurance renewals and tracking to ensure full adherence.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline communications and mitigate risks related to supplier agreements.Oversee implementation and execution of new tools to enhance performance and supplier onboarding.Direct negotiation strategies for supplier agreements, focusing on payment terms, claims, and allowances to drive value.Develop and monitor KPIs and reporting frameworks to measure negotiation and compliance success.Mentor and guide suppliers to achieve business objectives and continuous process improvements.What you'll bring:Extensive experience in supplier management, new or emerging brands, and performance monitoring within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop, mentor, and manage high-performing teams focused on supplier excellence.Strong strategic planning and process improvement capabilities to drive automation and enhance negotiation efficiency.Expertise in stakeholder engagement, collaborating effectively across legal, finance, merchandising, sourcing, and claims teams.Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to track key performance indicators and measure business outcomes.Demonstrated ability to implement supplier programs that align with organizational goals and risk management standards. 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 $160,000.00 - $320,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock