Position Summary...

What you'll do...The Director, Sourcing Innovation leads a high-impact portfolio of innovation initiatives that strengthen Walmart’s global sourcing and procurement capabilities. This role is responsible for identifying, piloting, and scaling transformative sourcing solutions—ranging from novel materials and technologies to new business models—that unlock new sources of supply, reduce risk, and deliver regenerative outcomes. The Director will partner across Sourcing, Merchandising, Private Brands, Sustainability, and external innovators to embed cutting-edge capabilities into Walmart’s sourcing ecosystem. Key Responsibilities

Innovation Strategy & Portfolio Leadership
Define and evolve the sourcing innovation strategy aligned with enterprise supply resilience goals.
Lead a portfolio of pilot projects across categories (e.g., shelf-life extension, next-gen fibers, novel ingredients) and drive them from concept to scale.
Prioritize solution spaces based on risk, opportunity, and alignment with Walmart’s regeneration and resilience goals.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Sourcing, Surety of Supply, Product Development, and Merchandising teams to integrate innovation into business processes.
Serve as a thought leader and internal consultant to identify sourcing challenges and match them with innovative solutions across the full breadth of Walmart’s categories and markets.
External Ecosystem Engagement
Build and manage relationships with startups, research institutions, and technology partners.
Represent Walmart in innovation forums and sourcing-related industry collaborations.
Commercialization & Scaling
Structure proof-of-concept pilots and ensure legal, tech, and operational compliance.
Develop business cases and secure enterprise buy-in for scaling successful pilots.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
Mentor and develop a team of innovation portfolio managers.
Foster a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and rapid learning.

You’ll sweep us off our feet if you have….

Proven experience leading cross-functional innovation initiatives from ideation to implementation.
Strong understanding of global sourcing dynamics, sustainability, and supply chain risk.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action and comfort with ambiguity.
Deep curiosity and an "art of the possible" mindset. You think industries can operate in completely different and more efficient ways in the future.

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 Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field and 5 years’ experience in sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management or related area OR 7 years’ experience in sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management or related area
3 years’ supervisory experience

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

Experience working with startups or in venture ecosystems.
Background in sustainability, regenerative sourcing, or circular economy.
MBA or advanced degree in supply chain, business, or related field.

Benefits & Perks: Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more. 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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in business or related area and 5 years' experience in supply chain, transportation, logistics, or related area. Option 2: 7 years' experience in supply chain, transportation, logistics, or related area.

1 year's supervisory experience.

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 Business, Mathematics, Engineering, or related area., Procurement in a retail environment., Raw material and commodity procurement.

Primary Location...

701 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart 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.

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