Strategic Director, Program Management
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Management
Operations Management, Project & Program Management, Change Management, Business Analyst
814 Respect Dr
Bentonville, AR
R-2633312
$90,000 - $180,000/yr
Regular/ Permanent
Position Summary...What you'll do...Position Summary...What you'll do...
Role summary:
The (USA) Director, Program Management provides strategic leadership by aligning business objectives with customer needs and driving the execution of enterprise-wide initiatives. This role oversees program performance, resource planning, and process improvements while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. The Director champions ethical standards, supports talent development, and ensures informed decision-making through data analysis and stakeholder engagement. By promoting continuous learning and operational excellence, this position advances organizational goals and delivers measurable business outcomes in a dynamic environment.
About the team:
Our team collaborates with design and technology to develop scalable platforms serving enterprise-wide and external users. We deliver reliable, adaptable solutions that simplify complex challenges and enhance business capabilities. Positioned at the intersection of internal needs and customer-facing solutions, the team addresses significant issues hasizing cross-functional collaboration, we lead strategic program management and foster strong communication and leadership. This environment supports continuous improvement and strategic planning to meet business goals and provide seamless user experiences across the organization.
What you'll do:
- Provide strategic direction by analyzing business objectives and customer needs to develop and implement effective program plans.
- Lead cross-functional teams to prioritize, scope, and evaluate enterprise-wide projects ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Drive continuous improvement by assessing operational processes, identifying opportunities, and implementing best practices.
- Collaborate with senior leaders to establish success criteria, manage risks, and communicate program requirements to stakeholders.
- Oversee program performance by monitoring key metrics, analyzing outcomes, and guiding return-on-investment evaluations.
- Foster talent development through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning to build a skilled and engaged workforce.
- Promote ethical standards and integrity by integrating company values into all programs and practices.
- Proven expertise in program management with the ability to direct multiple enterprise-wide projects and cross-functional teams.
- Strong leadership skills to develop talent, foster high-performing teams, and promote continuous learning and improvement.
- Strategic planning capabilities to align business objectives with operational processes and resource requirements.
- Excellent communication skills to influence stakeholders, educate leadership, and drive informed decision-making.
- Experience in evaluating program performance using key performance indicators and trend data to ensure desired outcomes.
- Commitment to integrity, ethical standards, and fostering a culture of accountability and respect.
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 . 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.
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