Senior Partner, Ad Partner Management

Position Summary:

The Senior Partner, Ad Partner Management at Walmart Connect leads the development and execution of strategic advertising partnerships aligned with business objectives. This role is a unique opportunity to join a fast‑growing, high visibility team within the world’s largest company. The Technology Partner Development Manager oversees a large portfolio of technology partners integrated with our advertising APIs and focuses on high‑potential SMB partners in the campaign management segment.

About the team:
The Tech Provider Partnerships team at Walmart Connect leads strategic collaborations with technology partners to enhance advertising success within Walmart’s commerce and media ecosystem. Working closely with product, engineering, sales, and operations, the team identifies market needs, shapes partner strategies, and supports platform adoption. Positioned between business development and product strategy, the team translates insights into actionable opportunities, guides integration efforts, and expands advertising solutions.

Members apply strong relationship management, analytical abilities, and operational discipline to build scalable processes that drive sustained growth and innovation in a dynamic environment.

• Develop and execute advertising partnership strategies aligned with company objectives to drive revenue and growth.
• Identify, prioritize, and engage potential partners based on market analysis and business impact.
• Oversee partnership performance, ensuring fulfillment of Joint Business Plan benefits and addressing challenges proactively.
• Collaborate with internal technical teams to define requirements, manage integration timelines, and ensure successful execution.
• Lead multiple business plans and projects by setting priorities, removing obstacles, and measuring progress against targets.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a high‑performing, collaborative work environment.
• Promote adherence to company policies, ethics, and standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

• Proven experience in developing and executing advertising partnership strategies aligned with business goals.
• Strong ability to identify, prioritize, and manage partnerships based on impact and company objectives.
• Expertise in analyzing market competition and partner capabilities to inform strategic decisions.
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding revenue and growth targets for advertising partnerships.
• Skilled in driving technical integration by defining requirements, managing timelines, and collaborating with internal teams.
• Effective leadership in mentoring, coaching, and developing high‑performing teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to build strong relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Commitment to integrity, ethical standards, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Walmart offers competitive pay, performance‑based bonuses, and a range of benefits including medical, vision, dental, and 401(k) with company match. Additional perks include paid time off, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, voting leave, short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and more. Educational benefits are available through the Live Better U program, covering tuition, books, and fees for full‑time and part‑time associates.

• Option 1:
  Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related area.
• Option 2:
  Master’s degree in advertising, marketing, business, or related area.
• Option 3: 5 years’ experience in brand advertising, media sales, customer acquisition, or online sales.
• 5 years’ experience in shopper marketing sales, e‑commerce sales, or retail advertising sales.
• 5 years’ experience managing client accounts.
• 5 years’ experience as a strategic advisor working with C‑suite clients.

• Preferred qualifications are optional and not listed.

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have 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.