Senior Manager II, Global Communications (CA) - Corporate Affairs

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Job Description

The Senior Manager, Communications is a strategic thinker and communicator, thirsting for something new each day. Join the Global Communications team at Walmart and make an impact not only on the future of retail, but on topics and issues the whole world is watching. This position is the Communications lead for Walmart U.S. Marketing. The role will have you thinking on your feet every day, pivoting and multi-tasking fluidly. You’ll be leading 360 comms work, reaching diverse audiences both internally and externally. The ability to jump in with an executive presence and thought leadership is key.

The Global Communications team makes things happen. Come with an ability to identify problems and offer solutions. Bring your ability to see projects end to end and envision the full picture. Engage your analytical mind to find creative solutions to real issues. And ignite your communication skills to work collaboratively and sell big ideas.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Identifying and implementing new and innovative communication ideas by staying current on industry and business best practices and innovation; determining the most effective methods of integration; modifying processes to improve efficiency or quality; influencing internal Communications functions around the world; serving as the company representative during speaking engagements at professional organizations; and participating in marketplace benchmarking studies.
• Developing strategic communication plans by meeting with senior company officers including the Chief Marketing Officer and participating in cross-functional teams to determine global communication strategy; counseling leaders on the most effective communication methods; balancing changing and competing priorities while guiding strategic thinking of the team as they develop plans; drafting, designing, reviewing, and editing communications; advising on the creation of communication elements related to a global plan; managing distribution of communications according to plan; and ensuring company initiatives achieve intended outcomes.
• Evaluating and ensuring the effectiveness of global communication plans and projects by establishing metrics and measures of success; monitoring and reviewing metrics; benchmarking internally and externally; researching conflicting current, past, or future messaging and approaches to identify potential risks; and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Consulting with organizations on global communications by developing high-level communication plans to achieve strategic goals; prioritizing and executing work streams within global strategies; supporting the integration and prioritization of timelines, tasks, analysis, and team assignments; and ensuring strategic initiatives achieve financial goals.
• Driving the execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying customer and operational needs; developing and communicating business plans and priorities; removing barriers and obstacles that impact performance; providing resources; identifying performance standards; measuring progress and adjusting performance accordingly; developing contingency plans; and demonstrating adaptability and supporting continuous learning.
• Promoting and supporting company policies, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by training and providing direction to others in their use and application; ensuring compliance with them; and utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy.
• Ensuring business needs are being met by evaluating the ongoing effectiveness of current plans, programs, and initiatives; consulting with business partners, managers, co-workers, or other key stakeholders; soliciting, evaluating, and applying suggestions for improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness; and participating in and supporting community outreach events.

You’ll sweep us off our feet if:

• You’re a storyteller, creative thinker and a visionary.
• You have marketing experience, in addition to communications.
• You have pre-existing relationships with marketing and business media contacts.
• You have experience supporting executive communications.
• You’re organized, disciplined and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• You’re a master at making complex subjects easily understood through words and visuals.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

Benefits & Perks

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive 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, education assistance with college degrees, company discounts, military service pay, adoption expense reimbursement, and more.

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.com/Health

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people. 

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field and 4 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or relevant area OR 6 years’ experience in corporate communications, public relations, or relevant area. 1 year’s supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Supervising Associates

Primary Location...

702 SW 8TH ST, BENTONVILLE, AR 72716, United States of America