(USA) Manager, Merchandising Planning

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:
The Manager, Merchandising Planning, applies advanced expertise to develop and execute strategic action plans that align with business objectives and customer needs. This role leads financial forecasting, assortment planning, and promotional strategies using data-driven insights to optimize sales and profitability. Collaborating cross-functionally, the manager influences decisions that enhance category performance and drive financial results. By fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, this position supports talent development and upholds company values, ensuring operational excellence and a customer-centric approach across merchandising initiatives.
About the team:
The team leads cross-functional initiatives to deliver dependable automotive solutions by managing inventory, financial planning, and vendor partnerships to enhance performance. They develop and implement strategic business plans aligned with operational goals and customer needs. Focused on effective communication and adaptability, the team drives continuous improvement and supports talent development. Through collaboration and accountability, they maintain high standards of integrity and operational excellence. Utilizing data-driven decision-making, strategic planning, and proactive risk management, this group advances Walmart’s merchandising operations to achieve sustainable business outcomes.
What you'll do:

• Develop and execute merchandising and assortment plans using data-driven insights to optimize sales and gross margin.
• Lead financial forecasting and budgeting processes, providing actionable recommendations to meet category targets.
• Analyze category performance and customer trends to influence promotional strategies and feature planning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align forecasts, share business intelligence, and drive category growth.
• Monitor key performance indicators and provide regular financial updates to leadership.
• Mentor and guide team members to enhance skills and ensure compliance with company policies and ethical standards.
• Utilize digital tools to improve planning accuracy and operational efficiency.

What you'll bring:

• Proven expertise in merchandising and category management with strong financial forecasting and profit and loss (P&L) management skills.
• Proficiency in assortment planning, sales optimization, and merchandise planning to drive category performance.
• Ability to analyze data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to generate actionable insights and influence business decisions.
• Experience in developing and executing financial plans aligned with business objectives and customer needs.
• Strong influencing skills to guide cross-functional teams and communicate strategic recommendations effectively.
• Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

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 $70,000.00 - $130,000.00 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.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, or related field and 2 years’ experience in capacity planning, merchandising, forecasting, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in capacity planning, merchandising, forecasting, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Profit and Loss (P&L) Responsibility, Working on cross-functional teams or projects

Masters: Marketing

Primary Location...

1700 Se 5th St, 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.