Director, Program Management

Job Posting Title: Director, Program Management Job Summary: The Workforce Transformation team helps Walmart to understand how work is changing and what to do about it. We build the evidence base that tells us how roles are changing and how fast, develop the frameworks for workforce decisions, and manage the human side of the transitions – whether driven by AI, organizational restructuring, or M&A integration. Our role is to connect workforce strategy to business strategy – and to lead the transformation in a way that puts people first. The Director, Program Management oversees a complex portfolio of initiatives across segments and functions. This role drives enterprise accountability, ensures disciplined execution, and strengthens cross-functional alignment to deliver measurable results. The Director enhances structural effectiveness, operational efficiency, and decision velocity enabling sustained enterprise impact. Job Posting Description: Position Summary... The Workforce Transformation team helps Walmart to understand how work is changing and what to do about it. We build the evidence base that tells us how roles are changing and how fast, develop the frameworks for workforce decisions, and manage the human side of the transitions – whether driven by AI, organizational restructuring, or M&A integration. Our role is to connect workforce strategy to business strategy – and to lead the transformation in a way that puts people first. The Director, Program Management oversees a complex portfolio of initiatives across segments and functions. This role drives enterprise accountability, ensures disciplined execution, and strengthens cross-functional alignment to deliver measurable results. The Director enhances structural effectiveness, operational efficiency, and decision velocity enabling sustained enterprise impact. What you'll do... Cross-Functional Alignment at Scale Cultivate strong, trust-based relationships across stakeholder groups Facilitate structured cross-functional forums as needed Manage competing priorities diplomatically Reduce friction across teams by clarifying roles, responsibilities, and decision rights Speed and Structure Lead project management of enterprise-wide strategy and org health review reviews Establish standardized review frameworks and timelines Drive cross-functional coordination across People, Finance, and Strategy leaders Ensure executive-ready materials and data accuracy ahead of review forums Track decisions and deliverables through implementation Functional Integration Build connection points across HR M&A and Workforce Transitions teams to share best practices and strengthen collective impact Identify opportunities to standardize processes and adopt technology that makes teams more effective Define shared performance metrics that give the portfolio a unified view of outcomes Assess data landscape and translate findings into actionable insights Portfolio & Team Operations Own operating routine for the portfolio (roadmaps, MBRs, deliverables, capacity alignment) Design governance mechanisms to manage intake, prioritization, and execution tracking Establish relationships and partner with vendors; monitor performance outcomes Provide operational support for enterprise AI forums Synthesize internal and external workforce transformation insights to inform strategy 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 https://one.walmart.com/notices. 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 : - Stock ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ‎ 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 Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field and 5 years’ experience in data management, business analytics, statistics, or related area OR 7 years’ experience in data analysis, statistics, computer science, or related area. 2 years’ supervisory experience. Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Retail Operations Masters: Analytics, Masters: Computer Science Primary Location... 806 Excellence Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America Walmart 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. Minimum Pay: 90000 Maximum Pay: 180000 Pay Frequency: Annual City: BENTONVILLE State: AR Country: United States Job Area: : [Corporate] Job Category: : [Project and Program Management] Management Level: F Job Family: Program Management Shift: Weekday Day Shift: Weekend Day Employment Type: Full time Brand: Walmart