(USA) Senior Manager, Communications

Position Summary...

The Senior Manager, Communications, leads the development and execution of strategic global communication plans by collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams. This role advises on effective communication methods, manages distribution, and ensures alignment with company initiatives. The position drives innovation by integrating industry best practices and evaluates plan effectiveness through established metrics. It also supports team development, fosters collaboration, and promotes adherence to company values and standards. The role requires adaptability, strategic thinking, and a commitment to delivering impactful communication that advances organizational goals.

About the team:
The Walmart Global Press Office is a strategic and agile communications team operating in dynamic, high-pressure settings. The team manages media relations, addresses reputational matters, and crafts proactive narratives that support Walmart’s global brand. Reporting to the Director, members act as key spokespersons and frontline operators, shaping conversations on retail’s future and global issues. This team values quick thinking, adaptability, and collaboration to deliver clear, impactful messaging that aligns with enterprise goals and enhances Walmart’s position as a trusted leader worldwide.

What you'll do...

• Develop and implement strategic global communication plans in collaboration with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Advise executives on effective communication methods to support company initiatives and priorities.
• Oversee the creation, review, and distribution of communication materials aligned with global strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness using established metrics and benchmarking practices.
• Identify and integrate innovative communication approaches to enhance engagement and efficiency.
• Lead and mentor communication team members, fostering professional growth and high performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and uphold standards of integrity and ethics.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in developing and executing strategic communication plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Proven ability to counsel senior leaders on effective communication methods and influence cross-functional teams.
• Strong skills in drafting, designing, reviewing, and editing communication materials for global audiences.
• Expertise in evaluating communication effectiveness through metrics, benchmarking, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, providing coaching, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Ability to integrate innovative communication practices and adapt strategies to evolving business needs.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting integrity in all communications.

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 :
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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.

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field and 4 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or relevant area OR 6 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or relevant area.
1 year’s supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Politics, journalism, or relevant area, Working in a corporate retail or Fortune 100 environment

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.