Associate Merchant - Hardlines
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Associate Merchant - Hardlines
Relocation Required to Bentonville, AR
At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make and drives us to create the future of retail. As an Associate Merchant, you'll serve as an advocate for our customers and see the products you buy come to life in stores and online. Part visionary and part strategist, you'll be the expert for your category and leverage the scale and access of the Walmart system to truly impact the business and the lives of millions of customers worldwide. Along the way, you'll be guided by our deep-rooted culture with the support and tools you need to do your best work.
About The Team
Join our innovative Hardlines Merchandising team at Walmart and immerse yourself in a rewarding, fast-paced environment. Our team is responsible for a wide range of categories including, but not limited to, Lawn and Garden, Patio Furniture, Live Plants, Grilling, Sporting Goods, Stationary, Hardware, and Automotive. We're looking for passionate individuals who can drive sales through effective merchandising strategies, ensure optimal product placement, and maintain excellent vendor relationships. You'll have the chance to influence the shopping experience of millions, as you curate an assortment of products that aligns with our customers' needs and desires. If you're ambitious, customer-oriented and thrive in a team setting, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and help us redefine retail at Walmart.
You'll Sweep Us Off Our Feet If
You can demonstrate professional judgement throughout your recommendations, decisions, priority-setting, and analysis of improvement opportunitiesYou are focused on execution and results as showcased by your pursuit of achieving performance objectivesYou are always planning for and improving performanceYou are adaptable professionally, demonstrating creativity and strength in the face of challengesYou are skilled in building relationships that are trusting, collaborative and cross-functional
You'll Make An Impact By
Setting the category strategy: you'll establish strategy, manage budgets to drive profitable growth, and use vision and creativity to impact the customer experienceBuilding relationships: you'll use your influencing and leadership skills to build partnerships with suppliers, vendors, business partners and other Associate MerchantsMaking decisions: you'll make decisions about nearly every aspect of your products including replenishment, supply chain, manufacturers, store operations, planning, assortment, layouts, budgets, modular, and pricingDesigning, developing, and launching products: you'll work with our Product Development and Sourcing team to create new products for Private BrandsKnowing your category: you'll know your customers and supplier better than anyone and are always thinking about what is next for your business
Benefits & Perks
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
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.
Who We Are
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you'll quickly find we're a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world's most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you'll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. www.careers.walmart.com
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
2 years' experience in merchandising, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Microsoft Office, Negotiating with third-party suppliers, Pricing, site merchandising, planning or inventory, or related area
Bachelors: Business, Bachelors: Merchandising
Primary Location...
702 SW 8TH ST, BENTONVILLE, AR 72716, United States of America
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