(USA) Senior Manager, Ad Partnership Management
About the role
The Senior Manager, Ad Partnership Management, leads the execution of strategic business plans by identifying operational needs, developing priorities, and removing obstacles to enhance performance. This role oversees team development through coaching and mentoring while ensuring compliance with company policies and ethical standards. The position requires strong relationship management, negotiation, and financial acumen to influence stakeholders and drive value. The manager evaluates business effectiveness, implements process improvements, and fosters collaboration across internal and external partners to achieve organizational goals and deliver measurable results.
The Partner Network team leads all partner-related programs that enhance enablement within Walmart Connect. This team drives strategic initiatives by managing relationships, negotiating agreements, and overseeing financial and program management aspects. They collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver measurable business value and ensure operational excellence. Focused on continuous improvement, the team applies strong business acumen and program management skills to support partner success and organizational goals. Their efforts contribute to building effective partnerships that advance Walmart.
Responsibilities
- Lead execution of business plans by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to optimize performance.
- Develop and mentor team members through training, coaching, and performance evaluations to foster a collaborative work environment.
- Manage partner relationships by building effective partnerships, negotiating agreements, and addressing partner needs to maximize value.
- Oversee budget management, financial analysis, and contract renewals to ensure alignment with business goals.
- Implement process improvements and automation to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate initiatives, measure progress, and adjust strategies accordingly.
Requirements
- Proven expertise in partner relationship and stakeholder management to build and sustain effective collaborations.
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to lead complex discussions and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Demonstrated financial acumen including budget management and financial analysis to support business objectives.
- Experience in program and project management, driving execution and continuous improvement across multiple initiatives.
- Ability to develop and mentor teams, fostering performance and professional growth.
- In-depth knowledge of industry practices, business acumen, and operational excellence to influence strategic decisions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Statistics, or related field and 2 years’ experience in data analytics, project management, business, or related area OR 4 years' experience in data analytics, project management, business, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business, Analytics, or related field
- Project Management Certification
- Six Sigma certification
- Statistical Programming Language
Benefits
- Health benefits: medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- Financial benefits: 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
- Paid time off benefits: PTO (including sick leave), parental leave