Senior Manager II, Global Communications - Corporate Affairs

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

The Senior Manager II, Global Communications is a strategic thinker and communicator, thirsting for something new each day. Join the Global Communications team at Sam’s Club 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 Global Communications lead supporting Christopher Shryock, Chief People Officer at Sam’s Club, and the Sam’s Club People team and other People initiatives. 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 — quickly, autonomously and with vast foresight. 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:

• Providing strategic counsel to senior leaders to support strategic initiatives and advance business priorities through communication.
• Developing and executing comprehensive media plans to strengthen Walmart’s reputation; understanding business and societal trends to identity proactive and reactive public relations opportunities; conducting media pitches; developing content for our Walmart’s owned channels; monitoring and analyzing media coverage; and identifying emerging digital and social media technologies to share our story externally.
• Assisting senior management by identifying and influencing key internal and external stakeholders; developing creative internal communication strategies and tactics to fuel our member-obsessed culture at Sam’s Club, telling stories about the endless career opportunities at Sam’s Club, and highlighting our amazing associates and how they are taking care of our members, each other and their communities.
• Serving as a company spokesperson and developing strong media relationships.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent communication and media relations, identify opportunities and support internal and external perception of Sam’s Club and the Sam’s People Team.

You’ll sweep us off our feet if:

• You’re a storyteller, creative thinker and a visionary.
• You’re organized, disciplined and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• You have experience supporting executive communications.
• You command strong executive presence, knowing when and how to advocate for the optimum strategy.
• You can evaluate data, identify trends and uncover new insights that improve communication campaigns.
• You’re a team player who quickly builds trust and consistently follows through.

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:

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.

Minimum Qualifications...

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