Wal-Mart
Direct Workday career site

(USA) Senior Director, People

Location
(USA) Hula Building Bentonville AR Home Office
Listed
3 days ago

What you'll do

Determine the human resources strategy to support assigned business area by:

  • understanding strategic business goals and objectives
  • advising on the execution of organizational change initiatives
  • assessing human resources implications of various strategies
  • providing guidance to business leaders on human resources issues

Additional information

Manage the consistent execution of the company's human resource practices, systems, and personnel-related activities by:

  • auditing human resources practices
  • analyzing and interpreting reports
  • creating action plans to resolve instances of non-compliance
  • conducting on-site observations and investigations
  • developing and delivering human resources methodology and process training programs to management
  • providing human resources advice and consulting for managers.

Direct compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, company policies and procedures by:

  • keeping current on laws and regulations related to general human resource practices and regulations related to licensure and certification
  • implementing and monitoring human resource compliance
  • implementing action plans to improve performance and reduce instances of non-compliance
  • directing management teams in ensuring confidentiality of information, documentation, and assigned records

Lead and develop Human Resources teams by

  • supporting position portfolio alignment and strategy prioritization
  • approving the business readiness phase, budget and communication within the team
  • implementing performance controls and policies to ensure project outcomes reflect commitments made to the business
  • ensuring continued development, refinement, and implementation of Human Resources methodologies, toolkits, and practices

Monitor talent management for assigned area by

  • implementing talent plans
  • monitoring workforce planning processes
  • acquiring and retaining key talent
  • implementing action plans for diversity initiatives
  • analyzing talent management data, tools, and systems
  • providing information to training and development teams to address current needs
  • driving performance management processes and initiatives
  • ensuring consistency in program application
  • delivering, monitoring, and ensuring compliance with compensation programs and policies

Provide overall direction by

  • analyzing business objectives and customer needs
  • developing, communicating, building support for, and implementing business strategies, plans, and practices
  • analyzing costs and forecasts and incorporating them into business plans
  • determining and supporting resource requirements
  • evaluating operational processes
  • measuring outcomes to ensure desired results
  • identifying and capitalizing on improvement opportunities
  • promoting a customer environment
  • demonstrating adaptability and sponsoring continuous learning

Develop and implement strategies to attract and maintain a highly skilled and engaged workforce by:

  • diagnosing capability gaps
  • recruiting, selecting, and developing talent
  • supporting mentorship, workforce development, and succession planning
  • leveraging the capabilities of new and existing talent

Cultivate an environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by:

  • integrating these values into all programs and practices
  • developing consequences for violations or non-compliance
  • supporting the Open Door Policy

Build and leverage internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals by:

  • sponsoring and leading key community outreach and involvement initiatives
  • engaging key stakeholders in the development, execution, and evaluation of appropriate business plans and initiatives
  • supporting associate efforts in these areas

Minimum Qualifications

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

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field and 6 years' experience in human resources or related area OR 8 years' experience in human resources or related area.
  • 2 years' supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
  • Managing a multi-unit operation, Project Management

Masters: Business, Masters: Human Resources

Human Resources - Professional HR (PHR) CERTIFICATION - Certification, Human Resources - Sr. Professional HR (SPHR) CERTIFICATION - Certification, Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification

Primary Location

1700 Se 5th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Read the original posting

From Wal-Mart's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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