Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships- Walmart Energy

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships leads the identification and development of growth opportunities by cultivating and sustaining mutually beneficial relationships with key internal and external partners. This role drives business development initiatives, negotiates agreements, and guides cross-functional teams to implement strategic solutions aligned with Walmart’s objectives. Utilizing data-driven insights and advanced problem-solving, the position influences decision-making and fosters collaboration across multiple stakeholders. The role also includes mentoring associates, managing complex projects, and ensuring compliance with company policies while promoting a culture of integrity and continuous improvement.

What you'll do

• Identify and evaluate strategic partnership opportunities aligned with business goals.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external partners to drive growth.
• Lead negotiations and facilitate agreements ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Analyze financial and business data to support decision-making and optimize partnership outcomes.
• Guide cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives and resolve complex challenges.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership to influence business strategies.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring alignment of resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience in strategic partnership development and business growth initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.
• Expertise in negotiation and contract facilitation aligned with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in data analysis to inform decision-making and drive business outcomes.
• Able to develop and communicate compelling business and financial plans.
• Skilled in problem-solving complex issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for influencing senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capability to foster collaboration and build lasting business relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits.
• Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits such as 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits including PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, military leave pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field and 5 years’ experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or related area OR 7 years’ experience in strategic partnerships, business development, Engineering, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters: Business, Masters: Computer Engineering

Additional Information

Primary Location: 814 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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