Academy Lead

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role Summary:
The (USA) Academy Lead oversees the execution of comprehensive training programs, ensuring alignment with operational standards and business objectives. This role drives associate development through effective coaching, performance management, and facilitation of learning experiences that promote continuous improvement. By collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing resources, the Academy Lead supports talent growth and operational excellence. The position requires adaptability, strong communication, and a commitment to maintaining a productive learning environment that enhances both individual and organizational performance while upholding company policies and ethical standards.
About the Team:
The Academy Lead team is dedicated to transforming the business through exceptional learning experiences and talent development. This team drives the execution of business plans by identifying operational needs, supporting continuous learning, and fostering a collaborative environment. They ensure effective training delivery, promote career development, and maintain strong partnerships across departments. Focused on performance improvement and compliance, the team supports associates’ growth by providing coaching, mentoring, and resources. Committed to operational excellence, the team adapts to change and delivers impactful programs that enhance skills and contribute to overall business success.
What you'll do:

• Lead execution of business plans by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to optimize performance.
• Supervise and develop associates through training, mentoring, performance evaluations, and coaching for continuous improvement.
• Ensure effective delivery of Academy programs by managing scheduling, materials preparation, facilitator readiness, and program reporting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate and enhance training content, delivery methods, and associate readiness for career advancement.
• Build strong partnerships with facility managers and regional teams to align training goals and address operational concerns.
• Promote compliance with company policies, ethics, and operational standards while supporting a positive learning environment.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience in operations management and performance appraisal within a learning environment.
• Strong skills in adult education and career development to support associate growth and readiness.
• Ability to develop, communicate, and execute business plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Expertise in mentoring, coaching, and building high-performing teams through effective supervision.
• Proficiency in evaluating program effectiveness and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with cross-functional partners.
• Commitment to upholding company policies, ethics, and compliance standards consistently.
• Adaptability to manage multiple priorities and support change initiatives effectively.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

Benefits & Perks: 
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing belonging styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people. 

Who We Are
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re 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'll discover why we are a world leader in belonging, sustainability, and community involvement.  From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. 

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and join a team of talented and motivated professionals, apply now! 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 $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
- Complex Structure (based on external factors that create challenges)

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This job has an additional differential to meet legislative requirements, where applicable.

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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: 3 years’ general management experience to include financial accountability 3 years’ experience supervising 20 or more exempt and non-exempt associates/employees to include the responsibility for performance management, mentoring, and making employment decisions (for example, hiring, disciplinary) For facilities that sell firearms, I acknowledge that the position for which I am applying will require successful completion of a firearms- specific Criminal Background Check (CBC) and Firearms Authorized Training. For facilities that sell only ammunition and have state specific requirements, I acknowledge that the position for which I am applying may require a current state issued Certificate of Eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Leadership through Live Better U and Bellevue University, Supervising 20 or more associates/employees to include the responsibility for performance management, mentoring, and making employment decisions (for example, hiring, disciplinary), Supervising exempt and non-exempt associates., Walmart experience supervising exempt and non-exempt associates/employees to include the responsibility for performance management, mentoring, and making employment decisions (for example, hiring, disciplinary).

Primary Location...

4101 HIGHWAY 121, BEDFORD, TX 76021-3033, 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.