Retail Training Specialist - Walmart

About the role

A Retail Training Specialist - Walmart is responsible for delivering training programs to field merchandisers to ensure consistent implementation of merchandising standards, product knowledge, and brand representation across designated territories. This role involves conducting hands-on training and providing ongoing support to enhance the performance and productivity of field managers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive training programs and materials for field merchandisers, including manuals, presentations, and visual aids.
• Travel up to 75 miles within assigned territory.
• Conduct on-site and virtual training sessions to educate field merchandisers on standards, product features, and promotional campaigns.
• Train field merchandisers on product placement, signage, and display techniques to maximize visual impact and sales.
• Provide hands-on coaching and feedback during store visits to reinforce training concepts and address performance gaps.
• Collaborate with field managers to identify training needs and prioritize skill development areas.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness through metrics, observations, and feedback.
• Update training materials based on product changes, guidelines, and industry trends.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on merchandising best practices, trends, and competitor activities.
• Foster a positive learning environment and culture of continuous improvement among field merchandisers.
• Cover open territories executing client-specific work.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Prior retail experience and/or retail training experience is preferred.
• Proficient in operating a smartphone and apps, sending/receiving emails, sending/receiving text messages, E-learning platforms.
• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and be available for occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and be available for occasional weekend work.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Self-starter, quick learner, detail-oriented, flexible, and agile in adapting to various tasks and situations.
• Able to effectively communicate with others.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• 401k program.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Pay

Competitive salary with benefits package.

Schedule

Part-time.