BENTONVILLE, AR - #1336604

Position Summary...
What you'll do...

Join Walmart as Senior Manager, Program Management – Enterprise Data Strategy | Risk and your work could help over 240 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you will quickly find we are 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 will discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you will be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.

Drive implementation of the data risk initiatives. This role will support the Enterprise Risk Management program and will support the planning, execution, and delivery of data-centric programs in line with our organization's strategic data goals. This role will require strong leadership, communication, and project management abilities, complemented by an understanding of data concepts and technologies.

The Enterprise Data Strategy team is at the forefront of shaping our organization's data-driven future. We drive the development and execution of the enterprise data strategy, empowering our organization to harness the power of data to drive innovation, enhance decision-making, and achieve strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute strategic roadmap for data risk initiatives aligned with the organization's goals and priorities. Collaborate with key stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and success criteria.

• Responsible for oversight and execution of critical data risk programs as program manager, with required SME input.

• Lead cross-functional project teams to execute data-related projects from initiation to closure. Define project plans, timelines, resource requirements, and deliverables. Monitor project progress, identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies as needed.

• Establish and maintain effective communication with stakeholders. Provide regular updates on project status, key milestones, and risks. Facilitate decision-making and resolve conflicts to ensure alignment and support for data initiatives.

• Identify potential risks and issues related to data projects and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project delivery. Proactively monitor and address project risks to ensure successful outcomes.

• Within program portfolio, ensure implementation of best practices for data governance, data quality, and data management to ensure the integrity and reliability of data assets.

• Support change management efforts for the adoption of new data tools, technologies, and processes. Leverage training materials and provide ongoing support to users to promote data literacy and adoption.

• Evaluate project performance and outcomes to identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization. Implement lessons learned and best practices to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of data initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS) preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in leadership roles focused on data strategy, data management preferably in a large enterprise environment.

• Understanding of data governance, data management, data architecture, and data quality principles and practices.

• Experience supporting risk initiatives.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.
3 years’ experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.Preferred Qualifications...

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

Managing a budget, profit and loss statement, or relate financial process, Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field like (not limited to) project management, compliance, operations management, or related area, Project Management CertificationPrimary Location...
702 SW 8TH ST, BENTONVILLE, AR 72716, United States of America