Walmart

(USA) Senior Director, Merchandising- Kid's

Walmart$130K — $260K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field;
  • 5 years of experience in merchandising or related roles;
  • 7 years of merchandising experience can substitute the degree requirement;
  • 4 years of experience managing profit and loss (P&L) statements;
  • Extensive leadership experience in merchandising;
  • Proficiency in digital and data-driven decision-making;
  • Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute merchandising strategies to drive sales;
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance assortment plans and member experiences;
  • Leverage data analytics to forecast demand and inform decisions;
  • Lead supplier negotiations to improve supply chain efficiency;
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives for operational excellence;
  • Enhance store and digital shopping experiences;
  • Build and mentor high-performing teams for accountability and leadership.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage;
  • 401(k) plan and company-paid life insurance;
  • Paid time off including PTO, parental leave, and sick leave;
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage;
  • Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement;
  • Live Better U education benefit program covering tuition and fees;
  • Company discounts and Military Leave Pay.
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Role summary:

The Senior Director, Baby Fashion Merchandising, leads strategic initiatives to anticipate member behaviors and industry trends, driving value and sales across channels. This role oversees assortment planning, item merchandising, and supply chain collaboration to optimize member experiences and operational efficiency. By leveraging data analytics and cross-functional partnerships, the position ensures informed decision-making and innovative strategies that enhance profitability and member satisfaction. The Senior Director fosters a culture of continuous improvement, talent development, and integrity, aligning merchandising strategies with Walmart's commitment to delivering exceptional value and seamless shopping experiences.
What you'll do:
  • Develop and execute merchandising strategies that anticipate member behaviors and industry trends to drive sales, meet more of our customers closet needs at an extraordinary value
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize assortment plans, improve member experiences, and align category strategies with business objectives.
  • Leverage data analytics and digital tools to forecast demand, mitigate risks, and inform decision-making processes.
  • Lead supplier negotiations and partnerships to secure favorable terms and enhance supply chain efficiency.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, fostering innovation and operational excellence across merchandising and supply chain functions.
  • Improve store and digital experience
  • Build and mentor high-performing teams, promoting accountability and strategic leadership.

What you'll bring:
  • Extensive experience in merchandising leadership with proven ability to develop and execute category and assortment strategies.
  • Deep digital expertise
  • Strong expertise in trend analysis, consumer behavior, and data-driven decision making to anticipate member needs and market shifts.
  • Demonstrated success in cross-functional team leadership and collaboration with supply chain, operations, and strategic partners.
  • Proficiency in profit and loss (P&L) management and driving cost efficiencies while enhancing member value.
  • Skilled in strategic negotiations and supplier relationship management to optimize terms and capabilities.
  • Commitment to fostering talent development through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
  • Ability to leverage digital tools and analytics to inform business strategies and improve performance.


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 $130,000.00 - $260,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock








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 or related field and 5 years' experience in merchandising or related field OR 7 years' experience in merchandising or related field. 4 years' experience with direct responsibility for profit and loss (P&L) statements.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Merchandising or related field, Supervisory experience

Primary Location...

600 Integrity Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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