Senior Manager, Specialty Compliance and Ethics - Renewable Energy

Position Summary...

Walmart is seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Manager, Specialty Compliance & Ethics – Renewable Energy to lead enterprise-wide renewable energy compliance, Renewable Energy Credit (REC) portfolio management, and Energy Benchmarking & Building Performance Standards (BPS) programs.

This role sits within the EH&S Energy Compliance team and is critical to advancing Walmart’s renewable energy strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance across a rapidly expanding portfolio, and supporting the company’s broader sustainability and decarbonization goals.

As regulatory requirements accelerate nationwide, this leader will drive scalable processes, automation, and governance frameworks to ensure best-in-class compliance performance while enabling business growth. The role requires strong cross‑functional leadership, regulatory expertise, and the ability to translate complex energy compliance requirements into actionable business strategies.

• Enterprise Renewable Energy & REC Portfolio Leadership
  • Own and oversee all REC accounting across Walmart’s renewable energy portfolio, including internal accounting systems and national REC registries (PJM GATS, MRETS, WREGIS, ERCOT, and others).
  • Lead REC lifecycle management including delivery, tracking, reconciliation, retirement, and audit readiness.
  • Partner with Renewable Energy Originators and developers to ensure accurate REC settlements and portfolio optimization.
  • Monitor evolving REC market structures and regulatory changes to proactively mitigate risk and identify strategic opportunities.
• Energy Benchmarking & Building Performance Standards (BPS) Strategy
  • Direct compliance for Energy Benchmarking and BPS programs across multiple jurisdictions using ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and regulatory portals.
  • Develop scalable governance frameworks to manage expanding reporting requirements.
  • Oversee third‑party vendors and industry consultants supporting benchmarking and BPS compliance.
  • Ensure audit readiness and regulatory reporting accuracy across all impacted facilities.
• Data, Systems & Process Optimization
  • Design and implement automation tools to streamline energy data aggregation and regulatory reporting.
  • Improve internal controls, reporting accuracy, and risk mitigation processes.
  • Identify technology solutions to enhance compliance visibility and operational efficiency.
• Executive Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Deliver formal presentations and strategic insights to Walmart Energy Leadership.
  • Provide regular reporting on benchmarking, BPS compliance, and voluntary REC portfolio performance.
  • Translate regulatory developments into executive‑level risk assessments and strategic recommendations.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership
  • Partner with Facilities Management, Real Estate, Utility Partnerships, Sustainability, Finance, and Legal to align energy efficiency and compliance initiatives.
  • Support enterprise‑wide energy efficiency programs and building audits to reduce energy consumption and regulatory exposure.
  • Foster a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement across stakeholders.

• Deep expertise in Renewable Energy Credit (REC) markets, registries, and lifecycle management.
• Extensive experience with ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and jurisdictional benchmarking/BPS program portals.
• Strong understanding of energy deregulation markets and commodities frameworks.
• Background in risk management, regulatory compliance, or energy/commodities management.
• Experience implementing or managing energy efficiency programs and building audits.
• Proven ability to develop scalable compliance processes in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
• Strong executive communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional initiatives across complex organizations.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and automation for operational improvement.

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…