(USA) Senior Manager, Safety Strategy

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, Safety Strategy leads the development and execution of comprehensive safety programs, collaborating across multiple departments to ensure projects meet budget, schedule, and performance goals. This role drives data-informed decision-making, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives while providing strategic guidance and clear communication to stakeholders and leadership.

What you'll do

• Lead the execution of safety projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Develop and communicate safety business plans and priorities aligned with company objectives.
• Monitor program performance using key indicators and trend data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Carry out risk analyses and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Prepare and present progress reports and performance metrics to senior leadership.
• Drive process improvements by evaluating program effectiveness and recommending changes.
• Mentor and develop team members to build a high-performing safety organization.

About the team

The team is dedicated to reducing incidents related to equipment, tooling, and fixtures across Walmart’s enterprise network, including supply chain, manufacturing, and stores. Members evaluate risks and collaborate with cross-functional teams to engineer and implement solutions that minimize safety hazards and support long-term risk management. They conduct thorough risk assessments and develop tools that enhance safety and ergonomic standards while maximizing efficiency. A strong understanding of powered equipment and associated risks is essential. The team’s efforts ensure safer environments for customers and associates by proactively managing and mitigating operational risks.

What you'll bring

• Extensive experience in safety program and project management, including development and execution of safety plans aligned with business priorities.
• Strong knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and safety regulations.
• Proven ability to analyze risk, accident data, and key performance indicators to drive continuous safety improvements.
• Expertise in cross-functional collaboration with finance, operations, procurement, and engineering teams to ensure project success.
• Skilled in developing communication strategies and educating stakeholders on safety program requirements.
• Proficient in evaluating program performance, conducting return on investment analyses, and implementing process improvements.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring and developing associates within a safety-focused environment.

Additional Compensation

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include: Stock

Minimum Qualifications

• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or related area and 3 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.
• Option 2: 5 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area. 2 years’ experience managing budgets, profit-and-loss statements, or relate financial processes. 3 years’ experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or related area.

Primary Location

609 N Walton Blvd, Bentonville, AR 72712-0000, United States of America

Benefits

• 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 annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00