Position Summary...
The (WMUS Supply Chain) Director, Learning and Development leads the design and execution of comprehensive training strategies aligned with business objectives. This role oversees the development of innovative learning solutions, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across digital and physical platforms. By collaborating with key stakeholders, the director drives talent development, performance management, and organizational growth. The position requires strategic oversight of training projects, mentoring of team members, and continuous evaluation of learning outcomes to support workforce capability and business success within a dynamic environment.
About the team: The Walmart Academy Supply Chain team develops and delivers training that enhances critical skills and leadership capabilities, including coaching, communication, and problem-solving. This team supports supply chain operations by preparing leaders to manage evolving processes, technology, and work methods effectively. Focused on continuous improvement, the team designs learning strategies that align with business goals and drive performance. Members collaborate closely with business partners to ensure training meets organizational needs and fosters adaptability. The team is committed to building strong leadership and talent development programs that enable sustained operational excellence and future readiness.
What you'll do...
- Develop and implement learning and development strategies aligned with business objectives and desired outcomes.
- Oversee creation, testing, and evaluation of training methods and materials across digital and physical formats.
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with business partners to ensure clarity of roles and integration of training feedback.
- Manage training projects, including capacity planning, documentation, and issue resolution, while updating leadership on progress.
- Mentor and guide team members, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
- Analyze learner needs and adapt content to address knowledge gaps and behavioral changes.
- Drive continuous improvement by evaluating operational processes and promoting a culture of learning and accountability.
What you'll bring...
- Proven expertise in developing and executing comprehensive learning and development strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring teams and managing cross-functional partnerships.
- Ability to analyze training needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Proficiency in designing blended learning solutions and adapting content for multiple delivery methods.
- Experience driving organizational development, talent development, and performance management practices.
- Strategic mindset with capability to influence leadership and secure buy-in for learning initiatives.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage stakeholders and foster a culture of continuous learning.
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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...
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Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Communications, Education, or related field and 5 years’ experience in adult learning, training content development, or related area OR 7 years’ experience in adult learning, training content development, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Leading a cross-functional team, Project Management, Supervisory
Masters: Human Resources, Masters: Learning and Development
Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification, Six Sigma - Certification
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.