Talent Program Manager Jobs in Arkansas (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary...The Senior Manager, Program Management leads the execution of multiple strategic business initiatives by aligning priorities, removing obstacles, and driving performance improvements. This role oversees cross-functional teams, fosters talent development, and ensures adherence to company policies and ethical standards. By partnering with senior leadership, the position supports informed decision-making, continuous process enhancements, and effective communication across stakeholders. The role emphasizes data-driven evaluation of program outcomes and champions a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence to deliver impactful business results aligned with organizational goals.
About the team:
The Growth PMO team operates at the nexus of strategy, talent, and execution, collaborating with Global Tech and AI, Product & Design to develop systems that support associate growth. Leading initiatives across Early Careers, the Fellows Program, competencies, promotion processes, and manager enablement, the team shapes how technical talent is attracted, developed, and advanced. With a broad impact across the technical talent lifecycle, the team partners with leaders and cross-functional groups to solve complex challenges, enhance the associate experience, and build scalable talent solutions that drive business success today and prepare for the future. What you'll do...

• Lead strategic talent growth initiatives spanning skills and competencies, promotion processes, and manager enablement to strengthen how technical talent is developed and advanced across the organization.
• Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to align priorities, manage risks, and deliver scalable, business-aligned solutions.
• Use data, metrics, and stakeholder insights to evaluate program effectiveness, identify opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.
• Build trusted partnerships, navigate ambiguity, and connect strategy with execution to deliver meaningful outcomes and an exceptional associate and manager experience.

What you'll bring...

• Proven program management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from strategy through execution.
• Ability to influence and build trusted partnerships across senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholder groups, navigating ambiguity and driving alignment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data and insights to inform decisions, measure outcomes, and continuously improve programs.
• Experience designing or improving business processes, operating models, or talent programs, with a focus on scalability, simplicity, and business impact.
• Ability to analyze performance data, identify trends, and recommend actionable solutions to enhance program outcomes.
• Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.

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 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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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.

2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.
3 years’ experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area. Preferred Qualifications...

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

Managing a budget, profit and loss statement, or relate financial process, Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field like (not limited to) project management, compliance, operations management, or related area, Project Management 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.