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Walmart (USA) Director, Global Communications - Emerging Technology in Bentonville, Arkansas
Position Summary...
What you'll do...
This role is based in Bentonville, AR and would require relocation if currently residing outside the area
Walmart is a people-led, tech-powered company, and we are searching for an experienced technology communicator who wants to be at the center of it. This role is responsible for positioning Walmart as the leader of the next era of retail - adaptive retail - and highlighting how emerging technologies like GenAI, AI and AR/VR/Mixed Reality are powering this transformation. We need someone who's fired up and ready to lean in. It's a fast-paced role for someone who wants to push the boundaries of what's possible, while bringing joy, fun and laughter to the workplace.
You'll make an impact by:
Creating a bold strategy that highlights the incredible emerging technologies powering Walmart U.S.
Proactively and regularly investing time to build relationships with national and local reporters, producers and editors
Collaborating across global communications team members, improving culture while telling multi-dimensional stories
Communicating with brevity and purpose, making complex tech topics simple and easy to understand
Establishing Walmart Global Tech and its key GenAI, AI, AR/VR executives as industry leaders as experts
Modernizing the way we communicate, constantly testing new ways to make an impact
You'll sweep us off our feet if:
You have worked in tech comms both in-house and at a big agency
You have strong relationships with tech reporters
You have a strong grasp of the tech speaking circuit
You have a system and passion for project management
You have extremely high standards and care about the details
You have a proven track record of exceeding goals and expectations
You move with speed
You are a team player
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
The Walmart Global Communications team is focused on both traditional and new ways to reach audiences internally and externally and shape the reputation of the brand. Team members work cross-functionally with every aspect of Walmart business, connecting with associates across the globe. The work goes beyond retail. Our team has the ability to influence and impact communities across the U.S. in areas ranging from healthcare to sustainability to inclusion and diversity. We are a nimble group that comes from a vast background, yet are guided by the same north star: to work quickly, cost effectively and with vast foresight. Together, we innovate and are a force for positive change.
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 $110,000.00-$220,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
- Stock
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 Communications, Public Relations, Business, or related field and 5 years' experience in public relations, communications, or relevant area OR 7 years' experience in public relations, communications, or relevant area. 2 years' 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.
Government Relations, Media Relations, Retail Industry
Primary Location...
702 SW 8TH ST, BENTONVILLE, AR 72716, United States of America
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, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
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