(USA) Senior Manager, Sourcing - Regeneration

Walmart is seeking a Senior Manager, Sourcing - Regeneration in Springdale, AR. This role involves developing sourcing strategies for regeneration initiatives, promoting sustainable practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and leading training on sustainability. Candidates should have a degree in business or related fields, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience in strategic sourcing with a focus on sustainability.
Position Summary...

What you'll do...

We are seeking an initiative-taking and experienced Senior Manager, Sourcing - Regeneration, to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Manager, you will play a critical role in developing complex sourcing strategies for our regeneration initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional business partners to drive sustainable and ethical sourcing practices, while ensuring the highest standards of quality and cost-effectiveness. This position requires strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for driving positive change in the sourcing industry.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the development and implementation of complex sourcing strategies for our regeneration initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable and ethical practices.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for sourcing commodities and items that align with our regeneration goals.
• Lead the communication and capability development trainings to our supplier partners and internal stakeholders on our regeneration priorities.
• Influence internal and external business partners to prioritize and implement innovative sourcing practices that support our sustainability commitments.
• Evaluate potential suppliers based on performance metrics and long-term potential, negotiating contracts to obtain products at the most competitive and sustainable costs.
• Calculate and understand the cost impacts of commodities/products initial mark-up, tracking awarded cost against actual cost through advanced tracking systems.
• Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships with a focus on long-term partnerships and business continuity.
• Assess and enhance supplier production, distribution, and technological capabilities to ensure reliable and sustainable supply.
• Drive the execution of multiple business plans and projects, identifying and overcoming barriers, and championing a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Promote and exemplify company policies, procedures, mission, values, ethics, and integrity.
• Evaluate the ongoing effectiveness of current plans, programs, and initiatives to ensure they meet the evolving needs of our regeneration initiatives.
• Collaborate with business partners, managers, and stakeholders to identify opportunities for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and community engagement.

Requirements:
• Bachelors degree in business administration, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field (masters degree preferred)
• Passion for sustainability with proven leadership skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Deep knowledge of ESG principles and relevant reporting frameworks with excellent training skills on regeneration topics
• Excellent communication and people skills to effectively articulate and promote sustainable sourcing practices.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with a focus on sustainability and regeneration initiatives.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing supplier relationships effectively.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive process improvements.
• Proficiency in using sourcing tools and systems, as well as advanced tracking and reporting systems.
• A passion for sustainability, environmental stewardship, and driving positive change in the sourcing industry.

Join our team and help us make a meaningful impact on our regeneration initiatives. Apply today and be part of a company committed to sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.

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.

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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.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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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.

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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.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00-$180,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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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, mathematics, engineering, or related area and 2 years’ experience in merchandising, sourcing, planning, finance, or related area. Option 2: 6 years’ experience in merchandising, sourcing, planning, finance, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master's degree in Business, Mathematics, Engineering, or related area., Procurement in a retail environment., Raw material and commodity procurement.

Primary Location...

701 S. Walton Blvd., Bentonville, AR 72716-6209, United States of America