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Senior Manager, Utility Partnerships- Walmart Energy

Walmart

Walmart

Sales & Business Development
USD 90k-180k / year + Equity
Posted on Apr 3, 2026

Position Summary...

The Senior Manager, Utility Partnerships, leads the management of utility vendor relationships across multiple regions, including the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada. This role involves guiding rate reviews, participating in regulatory proceedings, and driving cost and operational efficiencies. The position requires developing strategic partnerships with utility leaders and trade organizations, overseeing incentive procurement, and managing business plans to support utility operations. Additionally, the role includes mentoring associates, fostering team development, and ensuring alignment with company policies and ethical standards to achieve organizational objectives effectively.

Walmart’s Energy team oversees energy strategy, procurement, and utility partnerships across thousands of facilities in the U.S. and internationally. The team manages complex regulatory environments and infrastructure planning to ensure reliable and cost-effective energy supply. Combining financial analysis, strategic partnerships, and advanced data analytics, the team drives operational excellence and innovative energy solutions at scale. Members engage directly with utilities, regulators, and technology providers to influence markets and optimize costs. This team offers a unique opportunity to impact energy outcomes for one of the largest energy users globally while supporting long-term business objectives.

What you'll do...

  • Manage utility partnerships across electric, gas, water, sewer, and propane vendors in the US, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
  • Assess and provide guidance on rate reviews, regulations, and participate in regulatory proceedings to control utility costs.
  • Track and monetize proposed and approved utility rate increases to support regulatory efforts and cost forecasting.
  • Develop and execute utility products, services, and incentive procurement for energy efficiency and electric vehicle charging.
  • Lead utility data acquisition initiatives and collaborate with utility leaders and trade organizations to support operational objectives.
  • Drive business plans by identifying needs, removing barriers, and measuring performance.
  • Mentor and develop associates, fostering a high-performing team environment.

What you'll bring:
  • Extensive experience managing utility partnerships and navigating regulatory environments across multiple regions.
  • Strong expertise in financial analysis, rate review assessments, and cost forecasting related to utility operations.
  • Proven ability to develop and execute strategic business plans and projects aligned with operational and sustainability goals.
  • Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
  • Skilled in building and maintaining influential relationships with utility leaders, regulators, and trade organizations.
  • Proficient in project management and driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve business objectives.
  • Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.
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 $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 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.

Bachelor’s degree in energy, finance, business, or related area and 1 year’s experience in the utilities business OR 3 years' experience in energy, finance, business, utilities business or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Master’s degree in Energy, Finance, Business, or related area., Prior work experience at the management level, interfacing externally with the utility industry and internally at senior executive levels., Prior work experience in a large-scale global business., Utilities business

Primary Location...

814 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.