(USA) Senior Manager, Academy Content

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:
The Senior Manager, Academy Content leads the development, evaluation, and implementation of standardized training programs to support operational continuity and business objectives. This role collaborates with key partners to design curriculum, assess training needs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Responsible for managing training roadmaps, overseeing content quality, and ensuring alignment with performance metrics, the position also provides leadership development and coaching to associates. The role champions effective communication, compliance, and innovation to enhance learning experiences and support Walmart’s commitment to excellence and operational success.
About the team:
The team leads the design and delivery of impactful learning solutions for Walmart Store associates. They collaborate closely with business partners to assess needs, develop scalable learning strategies, and implement effective training programs. Emphasizing continuous improvement, the team evaluates learning outcomes and refines strategies to align with evolving business goals. Members apply instructional design principles and project management skills to create engaging experiences across formats. This group fosters strong stakeholder relationships and ensures compliance with standards, driving operational excellence and supporting associate development through innovative and learner-centric approaches.
What you'll do:

• Oversee development, evaluation, and implementation of training standards and governance to ensure operational continuity.
• Research and benchmark industry practices to recommend and implement best training approaches.
• Collaborate with business partners to develop and approve curriculum aligned with operational goals.
• Lead needs assessments, prepare materials, and deliver leadership and compliance training using adult learning techniques.
• Manage multiple projects by identifying needs, removing obstacles, and adjusting plans to meet performance standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop associates, fostering a team-based environment and promoting continuous learning.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through feedback and data analysis, driving content improvements and resource planning.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience in training and development with strong leadership capabilities.
• Expertise in curriculum development and conducting comprehensive needs assessments.
• Skilled in project management and driving continuous improvement processes.
• Ability to develop and implement standardized training processes aligned with business objectives.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and approval of training content.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate training effectiveness and recommend actionable improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams, fostering a high-performance work environment.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting operational excellence.

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 $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 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.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Statistics, Communications, Psychology, or a related field and 4 years’ experience in training, facilitation, program management, change management, operations, or a related area OR 6 years’ experience in training, facilitation, program management, change management, operations, or a 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.

Program Management, Training and Facilitation

Primary Location...

806 Excellence 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.