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US Distributor Sourcing Lead - TikTok Shop

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$151K - $273K/yr

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... and shopping into one seamless experience. Responsibilities Our team partners closely with ... Preferred Qualification(s): - Experience with Amazon, Walmart, Costco, Best Buy, Newegg or other ...

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How much do walmart secret shopper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for walmart secret shopper in the United States is $17.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Walmart Secret Shopper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Walmart Secret Shopper, you need strong observational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow specific instructions, often with no formal qualifications required. Familiarity with online reporting tools or secret shopper apps is common, and some agencies may require completion of basic shopper certification. Reliability, discretion, and effective written communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate, objective feedback that helps Walmart improve customer experience and store operations.

What are some typical challenges faced by Walmart Secret Shoppers during their assignments?

Walmart Secret Shoppers often encounter challenges such as maintaining anonymity while gathering detailed observations, adapting to different store layouts, and accurately recalling or recording information about their shopping experience. Time management is also important, as assignments may need to be completed within specific timeframes. To succeed, secret shoppers must be observant, discreet, and able to provide thorough, objective feedback that helps Walmart improve its customer service and store operations.

What is the difference between Walmart Secret Shopper vs Walmart Product Tester?

AspectWalmart Secret ShopperWalmart Product Tester
Primary RoleEvaluate customer service and store experienceTest and review products for quality and usability
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, in-person visitsHome-based or online testing environments
Required CredentialsNo formal credentials, but good observational skillsVary by program, often no formal credentials needed
Employer & Industry UsageWalmart, retail industryWalmart, consumer product testing industry

Walmart Secret Shoppers focus on evaluating the shopping experience and customer service in stores, while Walmart Product Testers primarily test and review products, often from home. Both roles involve assessing quality but differ in environment and responsibilities.

What is a Walmart Secret Shopper?

Walmart Secret Shoppers, also known as mystery shoppers, are individuals hired to visit Walmart stores and evaluate the quality of customer service, store cleanliness, product availability, and overall shopping experience. They pose as regular customers and provide detailed feedback to help Walmart improve its operations and customer satisfaction. Secret shoppers are typically given specific assignments and must submit reports based on their observations. These evaluations are used by Walmart to identify strengths and areas for improvement within their stores.

How do I become a Walmart secret shopper?

To become a Walmart secret shopper, you can sign up with third-party mystery shopping companies that contract with Walmart. These companies typically require you to complete an application, pass a background check, and complete training before conducting evaluations of store service and cleanliness. Experience in retail or customer service can be helpful, and assignments are usually scheduled flexibly based on availability.
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Infographic showing various Walmart Secret Shopper job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $37,137 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Senior Category Manager, Walmart

Edgewell Personal Care

Bentonville, AR • Hybrid

$136K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago


Edgewell Personal Care rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Edgewell is a global team of over 6,000 visionaries, doers and makers. Our secret is people, and we have an inspiring and collaborative global force of them. Our portfolio of over 25 brands touches lives in more than 50 countries by making useful things joyful. Together, we reimagine good mornings and endless summers, strive for more sustainable ways to beautify and bond, and do it all with not only confidence but determination.

This role will be hybrid out of our Rogers, AR office

At Edgewell, you will be working on brands that matter to millions of shoppers across the globe and have fun doing it. Our portfolio holds powerhouses like Banana Boat, Hawaiian Tropic, Billie, Schick, Edge, Wet Ones and Cremo. You will immediately have the opportunity to influence how our organization drives shopper satisfaction across multiple categories within Walmart.

Role Overview

The Senior Category Manager - Walmart is a critical strategic role responsible for leading a team that translates data, shopper behavior, and category dynamics into actionable insights that drive growth for both the organization and Walmart. Experience leading the modular relay process is a benefit.

This role serves as a trusted intelligence resource for Walmart merchants and internal sales teams, delivering fact-based recommendations that influence assortment, shelving, pricing, and category strategy.

Positioned at the intersection of category management, analytics, and sales, this individual and their team play a key role in shaping retailer decisions and ensuring alignment to Walmart's shopper-first mindset and business priorities.


Key Responsibilities

1. Category & Shopper Insights Leadership

  • Analyze POS, market, and shopper data to uncover category trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable stories for internal stakeholders and Walmart merchants
  • Develop retailer-specific insights that support category growth platforms and innovation decisions

2. Retailer Influence & Advisory

  • Serve as a key category partner to Walmart, providing objective, fact-based recommendations
  • Influence Planogram (POG), assortment, and shelving decisions through data-driven insights
  • Support and participate in line reviews, business updates, and strategic category discussions

3. Assortment, Modular & Shelf Strategy

  • Lead development of assortment recommendations and modular strategies that optimize space-to-sales productivity
  • Provide guidance on category segmentation, pricing tiers, and productivity analysis
  • Deliver insights that improve in-store execution and shopper navigation

4. Sales Enablement & Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Partner closely with Sales to build compelling category stories and selling materials
  • Support key customer meetings (line reviews, business plans, innovation launches)
  • Collaborate with Brand, Marketing, and Digital teams to align category strategies across channels

5. Data & Analytics Excellence

  • Leverage multiple data sources (e.g., Circana, Walmart Scintilla, internal tools) to deliver insights
  • Create and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and reporting that drive decision-making
  • Ensure consistency, accuracy, and governance of category metrics and reporting outputs

6. Proactive Opportunity Identification

  • Identify emerging shopper trends, competitive threats, and whitespace opportunities
  • Deliver forward-looking recommendations (pricing, innovation, distribution, promotion)
  • Lead test-and-learn initiatives to validate strategies and scale successful changes

Key Deliverables

  • Monthly / quarterly category insights decks
  • Line review and modular recommendation packages
  • Retailer-specific category growth strategies
  • Assortment and productivity analyses
  • Executive-ready storytelling and dashboards

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in Category Management, Insights, or Analytics (CPG preferred)
  • Strong experience working with Walmart data ecosystems (e.g., Scintilla, Retail Link, Circana, Nielsen)
  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and external retailers

Critical Skills & Capabilities

  • Advanced analytics & data storytelling
  • Category management expertise (assortment, modulars, pricing) - demonstrated success in leading an advisory team, executing the modular relay process is a key differentiator
  • Strong communication and executive presentation skills
  • Ability to translate data into commercial impact and retailer actions
  • Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder influence

Success Metrics (KPIs)

  • Adoption rate of insights and recommendations by Walmart merchants
  • Category sales growth, share gains, and distribution improvements
  • Accuracy and timeliness of reporting and insights delivery
  • Impact of modular and assortment recommendations
  • Internal stakeholder satisfaction and partnership effectiveness

The salary range for this position is $136,000-$200,000.  Compensation for this position varies based on a range of equal opportunity factors, including but not limited to role scope, level of experience, relevant skills, education and credentials, external and internal benchmarks for equivalent roles and experience, business sector, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are based on the specific facts and circumstances of each case. In addition to base salary, the total rewards package may also include, for eligible roles, bonus, and long-term Incentive. Edgewell offers competitive employee benefits, including medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can provide additional details regarding total rewards offerings and the applicable salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

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Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that's open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.

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