Summer 2025
2025 Intern Conversion: 2026 FT MBA Merchandising Leadership Rotation Development Program
Posted on 9/4/2025
Walmart
10,001+ employees
Global retailer of groceries and essentials
Compensation Overview
$33.65 - $62.50/hr
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
Bentonville, AR, USA
In Person
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- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field and 2 years’ experience in business management, merchandising, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in business management, merchandising, or related area.
- Coordinates completes and oversees job related activities and assignments by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders supporting plans and initiatives to meet customer and business needs identifying and communicating goals and objectives building accountability for and measuring progress in achieving results identifying and addressing improvement opportunities and demonstrating adaptability and promoting continuous learning
- Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates by hiring and training mentoring assigning duties providing recognition and promoting a belonging mindset in the workplace
- Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission values and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy and providing direction and guidance on applying these in executing business processes and practices
- Manages projects by building project plans assigning projects and tasks to associates scheduling projects documenting project scope developing scorecards and metrics developing short and long term plans overseeing projects from start to completion and completing projects in accordance with agreed upon timelines
- Manages the execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying customer and operational needs developing and communicating business plans and priorities removing barriers and obstacles that impact performance providing resources identifying performance standards measuring progress and adjusting performance accordingly developing contingency plans and demonstrating adaptability and supporting continuous learning
- Manages the development of associates by providing training and support monitoring associates growth sharing key learning providing feedback and coaching on performance providing input on performance appraisals selecting team members and ensuring associates have the knowledge and skills necessary to advance
- Manages support to internal customers by reviewing project requests and project plans analyzing data driving solutions to business problems and store processes providing feedback on operational processes and providing recommendations for system changes and overall process changes
- Prioritizes and executes key business strategies and communication platforms by managing cross functional initiatives that impact store and corporate processes managing merchandising programs and initiatives customer and company communications and associate training content making recommendations for system support developments recommending merchandise priorities providing insight to senior management and other business partners on key issues and opportunities to drive the business and translating merchandise strategies for assigned departments into executable programs
- Respect the Individual: Demonstrates and encourages respect for all builds a high performing team seeks and embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where all associates feel seen supported and connected through culture of belonging so associates thrive and perform drives a positive associate and customer member experience for all identifies attracts and retains the best team members
- Respect the Individual: Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent through feedback coaching mentoring and developmental opportunities promotes an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customermember and company and regularly recognizes others contributions and accomplishments
- Respect the Individual: Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners works collaboratively and crossfunctionally to achieve objectives and communicates and listens attentively with energy and positivity to motivate influence and inspire commitment and action
- Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values and leads by example to foster our culture supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers and the world around us eg creating a sense of belonging eliminating waste participating in local giving
- Act with Integrity: Follows the law our code of conduct and company policies and sets expectations for others to do the same promotes an environment where associates feel comfortable sharing concerns and reinforces our culture of nonretaliation listens to concerns raised by associates takes action and encourages others to do the same holds self and others accountable for achieving results in a way that is consistent with our values
- Act with Integrity: Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble selfaware honest and transparent
- Serve our Customers and Members Delivers expected business results while putting the customermember first and consistently applying an omnimerchant mindset and acts with an Every Day LowCost mindset to drive value and Every Day Low Prices for customersmembers
- Serve our Customers and Members Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data analytics customermember insights and different parts of the business when making plans and shaping the teams strategy
- Strive for Excellence: Consistently raises the bar and seeks to improve demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset seeks feedback asks thoughtful questions fosters an environment that supports learning innovation and learning from mistakes and intelligent risk-taking and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks
- Strive for Excellence: Seeks and implements continuous improvements and encourages the team to leverage new digital tools and ways of working
- Minimum Qualifications... Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field and 2 years’ experience in business management, merchandising, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in business management, merchandising, or related area.
- Preferred Qualifications... Project Management Certification, Six Sigma certification, Supervisory experience
- Project Management Certification
- Six Sigma certification
- Supervisory experience
Walmart operates as a global retailer with a network of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, plus an online shopping platform. It sells groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items through its stores and Walmart.com, along with financial services and health offerings like pharmacies. Its business model centers on offering a wide range of products at low prices by maintaining a large-scale, efficient supply chain and bulk purchasing. This setup enables both in-store and online shopping, with growing emphasis on e-commerce as demand shifts. Walmart differentiates itself through massive store networks, everyday low prices, integrated omnichannel shopping, and a focus on community support and essential services, including vaccination efforts and veteran programs. The company’s goal is to help people save money and access essential goods and services for their families and communities.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Bentonville, Arkansas
Founded
1962
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Cross-border seller access broadens assortment without Walmart carrying inventory risk.[1][2][3]
- Walmart fulfillment services help international sellers reach customers faster and simplify shipping.[7][10]
- Marketplace expansion supports higher-margin digital revenue alongside Walmart's core retail traffic.[5][8]
What critics are saying
- Seller onboarding remains strict, limiting supply growth and slowing international expansion.[2][3]
- Cross-border fulfillment complexity creates shipping, returns, and compliance friction for sellers.[6][7][10]
- Amazon and Shopify ecosystems keep pressuring Walmart’s marketplace with easier merchant integrations.[2][3]
What makes Walmart unique
- Walmart Marketplace extends Walmart.com across the U.S., Canada, Chile, and Mexico.[5][8]
- International sellers can access Walmart with country-specific onboarding and WFS support.[2][6][7]
- Walmart combines marketplace tools with omnichannel retail, fulfillment, and store-based returns.[5][7]
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PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
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↑ 0%Ocala woman sues Walmart after tripping over 'virtually invisible' black wooden pallet. An Ocala woman has filed a negligence lawsuit against Walmart, alleging she sustained a severe arm fracture after tripping over a low-lying wooden pallet left in a customer walkway. Attorneys representing T filed the complaint against Walmart Inc. in the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County on April 25 The lawsuit stems from an incident that allegedly occurred on December 20, 2024, at the Walmart located at 11012 N Williams Street in Dunnellon. According to the filing, T was shopping at approximately 12:00 p.m. when she tripped and fell over a low-lying, black wooden pallet. The lawsuit asserts that the pallet was partially empty, with half of it holding no merchandise, which rendered its edges "virtually invisible" to customers. T's legal team contends that because the pallet was dark in color and low to the ground, it was not within the natural line of sight for adult shoppers approaching displays. As a direct result of the fall, T allegedly suffered a severe comminuted fracture of her right humerus shaft. The injury allegedly required emergency ambulance transport, inpatient hospitalization, surgery involving the placement of permanent hardware, and months of physical and occupational therapy. The complaint alleges that Walmart was negligent by failing to place cones, signage, or elevated warning markers around the pallet. Furthermore, the suit claims the "dangerous" condition was created by the store's own agents during stocking operations, and that the pallet remained in the walkway for a length of time that the store should have discovered and removed it. T is seeking damages in excess of $50,000 for bodily injury, pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, and loss of earnings. A jury trial has also been requested. A slip and fall accident can cause serious injuries that disrupt your daily life, from broken bones and head trauma to long-term mobility issues. These accidents often happen due to hazardous conditions such as wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, or lack of proper warnings. At Ovadia Law Group, Ovadia Law Group, PA understand how overwhelming it can be to recover from a slip and fall injury while dealing with medical bills and lost income. Its experienced slip and fall accident lawyers work to determine liability, whether the accident occurred in a store, apartment complex, workplace, or public property. Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe premises, and when they fail to do so, victims may be entitled to compensation. Ovadia Law Group, PA handle negotiations with insurance companies and fight for your rights every step of the way. If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall accident, call 1-800-674-9396 for a free consultation to learn how Ovadia Law Group, PA can help. *The previous information was taken from an online news article. Ovadia Law Group, PA is not responsible if the information changes or is incorrect after the date and time of publication. If the information is incorrect, please let Ovadia Law Group, PA know and Ovadia Law Group, PA will correct it. Monthly news archive. 2023. 2024. 2025. 2026.
Exciting senior Software Developer jobs at A.Team: join a community of innovators! Discover a unique opportunity as a Senior Independent Software Developer. If you are looking for senior software developer jobs that truly challenge your skills and offer meaningful projects, look no further than A.Team. This innovative company is revolutionizing how independent software builders collaborate with top-tier clients, providing a platform for developers like you to shine. With a focus on high-growth companies and significant projects, A.Team is the perfect place for talented software developers to elevate their careers. What the role involves. As a Senior Independent Software Developer at A.Team, you will have the opportunity to work with hand-picked, high-growth companies that are pushing the boundaries of technology. You'll be part of a team that tackles important initiatives, ensuring that your contributions matter in the grand scheme of things. Here's what you can expect: * Collaboration with High-Profile Clients: A.Team partners with industry leaders like Lyft, Pepsi, and Walmart, giving you access to projects that are both rewarding and impactful. * Flexible Work Arrangements: Work from anywhere within the Americas, Europe, or Israel, allowing you to maintain a work-life balance that suits you. * Competitive Pay: Earn between $90 to $150+ per hour, depending on the project and your expertise, ensuring that your skills are well-compensated. * Meaningful Missions: Engage in projects that are not only financially rewarding but also contribute to significant advancements in various industries. Qualifications and background for senior Software Developer jobs. To thrive in this role, candidates typically possess a solid foundation in software development, along with the following qualifications: * Experience: A proven track record of working on complex software projects, ideally with experience in various programming languages and frameworks. * Independence: Ability to work autonomously and manage your time effectively, as A.Team emphasizes independent work and self-motivation. * Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to tackle challenging projects and deliver innovative solutions. * Team Collaboration: Although independent, you should be comfortable collaborating with diverse teams and communicating effectively with clients and colleagues. Why A.Team is worth applying to. A.Team stands out in the tech industry for several compelling reasons. First, the company is backed by prominent investors such as a16z, YC, and Softbank, which speaks volumes about its credibility and potential for growth. Moreover, A.Team is dedicated to helping independent professionals find consistent, high-quality clients. They prioritize matching developers with projects that align with their skills and interests, ensuring a fulfilling work experience. Additionally, the company has already facilitated over $85 million in earnings for its developers since its launch, demonstrating its commitment to creating valuable opportunities for talented individuals. By joining A.Team, you become part of a selective community of elite software developers and gain access to exciting projects that can advance your career. Salary expectations for Senior Independent Software developers. In today's competitive job market, senior software developer jobs are known for their lucrative compensation. At A.Team, developers can expect to earn between $90 to $150+ per hour, depending on their skills, experience, and the complexity of the projects they undertake. This competitive pay reflects the high demand for top talent in the software development field and the value that skilled developers bring to their clients. How to apply. Ready to take your career to the next level? If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to work with innovative companies, you can apply for the Senior Independent Software Developer position at A.Team by visiting the following link: Apply Here. Take the next step in your career. This is your chance to join a community of top-tier developers and work on impactful projects that matter. Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your career as a Senior Independent Software Developer at A.Team. If you are qualified and passionate about software development, we encourage you to apply today!
Amazon Now pushes 30-minute delivery to dozens of cities. Ultra-fast service expands from pilot to commercial scale in Atlanta, Dallas, Seattle, and Philadelphia - raising delivery-speed pressure on retailers and last-mile carriers already squeezed by tariffs and fuel costs. Amazon customers in dozens of U.S. cities can now receive orders in 30 minutes or less as the company scales Amazon Now from limited pilot to wide commercial rollout, the company announced Tuesday. The service is now widely available in Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth, Philadelphia, and Seattle, with rapid expansion underway in Austin, Houston, Minneapolis, Orlando, Phoenix, Denver, and Oklahoma City. Amazon plans to reach tens of millions of shoppers in these and other cities by year-end. How does Amazon Now 30-minute delivery work? Amazon Now operates from strategically located urban micro-fulfillment centers where on-demand workers pick up packaged orders. The centers position essential products close to neighborhoods and work districts, using advanced inventory systems that optimize product selection based on hyperlocal demand. The shorter distance delivery associates travel enables the 30-minute window. Where available, customers see a "30-Minute Delivery" banner in the Amazon app or homepage. Prime members pay a discounted delivery fee of $3.99 per order; non-Prime customers pay $13.99. An additional small-order fee of $1.99 for Prime members and $3.99 for non-Prime applies to orders below $15. In most areas the service runs 24 hours a day. Amazon Now provides thousands of fresh grocery, personal care, electronics, and household items - essentially competing with DoorDash, Instacart, and Uber Eats, which have expanded beyond food delivery into merchandise. Amazon last year began testing ultra-fast delivery in parts of Seattle and Philadelphia and currently offers it in nine countries, including the United Arab Emirates, India, Brazil, Mexico, Japan, and the U.K. What does faster Amazon delivery mean for last-mile carriers and retailers? The expansion arrives when competitors like Walmart and Target are dealing with tariff pressure, higher fuel costs, and thinner margins, according to Joshua Ketter, global CEO of marketplace seller Spreetail. Amazon's success training consumers to expect same-day delivery - and now near-instant delivery - has proved costly to other retailers and delivery companies that try to match its services, Ketter said. Amazon is raising the delivery bar again with this rollout. Last year more than 13 billion items worldwide were delivered to Prime members the same day or next day. In the U.S., Prime members received over eight billion items same or next day, an increase of more than 30% from 2024, with groceries and everyday essentials making up half the total, according to the retailer. Amazon also offers one-hour and three-hour delivery on more than 90,000 products and same-day delivery on millions of items. The company has also promised to significantly scale up its Prime Air drone delivery service, which will offer a much wider selection than Amazon Now. Prime Air delivery in under 60 minutes is available in nine U.S. locations so far. Some retailers are trying to buck the trend by offering deferred delivery service for customers that aren't in a rush. A McKinsey survey last year found that 90% of customers are willing to wait at least two to three days for their deliveries if the shipping is free. Why this matters for truckload carriers. The micro-fulfillment model Amazon Now relies on shifts freight volume away from long-haul truckload lanes into dense urban last-mile networks. As Amazon and competitors push more inventory into city-center micro-hubs, the upstream truckload move becomes a spoke-to-hub transfer rather than a direct-to-consumer linehaul. That changes lane density and backhaul opportunity for carriers serving e-commerce distribution. The 30% year-over-year increase in same-day and next-day Prime deliveries signals sustained pressure on retailers to match speed, which in turn drives demand for expedited LTL and final-mile capacity - but at rates that reflect the cost squeeze Ketter described. Carriers serving retail and e-commerce shippers should expect continued requests for faster transit commitments and tighter delivery windows, even as fuel and tariff costs climb. For fleets running dedicated Amazon or retail contracts, the expansion of Amazon Now into dozens of new metro areas means potential volume growth in urban shuttle and cross-dock lanes, but also heightened performance requirements. The 24-hour operating window in most markets implies round-the-clock dock access and driver availability. Carriers without the infrastructure to support sub-hour delivery windows will find themselves priced out of the fastest-growing segment of e-commerce logistics. Those that can meet the speed and density requirements face a different challenge: the on-demand labor model Amazon uses for final delivery keeps the company's per-package cost variable, while truckload carriers absorb fixed costs for equipment, insurance, and driver wages. The result is a structural margin gap that makes it difficult for traditional carriers to compete on price in the ultra-fast segment without sacrificing service quality or driver retention. The broader takeaway: Amazon's ability to scale 30-minute delivery to tens of millions of customers by year-end reflects capital investment in micro-fulfillment infrastructure that most retailers cannot match. That investment shifts the competitive baseline for delivery speed upward, forcing retailers and their carrier partners to either match the new standard or cede market share. For truckload carriers, the question is not whether ultra-fast delivery will grow - Amazon's 30% year-over-year increase in same-day and next-day volume answers that - but whether the rates and lane structures that emerge from this shift will support sustainable margins. The McKinsey finding that 90% of customers will wait two to three days for free shipping offers a counterpoint, but Amazon's continued investment in speed suggests the company believes the remaining 10% - or the perception of speed across the entire customer base - justifies the cost.
Winding career path brings new Walmart milk plant manager kalifa Hill to Robinson. WATCH: The new Walmart milk plan operation in Robinson will take in 1.5 million gallons daily at full capacity. Check out Wednesday's tour at the grand opening. Kalifa Hill grew up just outside Washington, D.C., fascinated by solving problems. Science and technology dominated her thought process in high school, when the internet represented a brave new world to explore. Get the latest local business news delivered FREE to your inbox weekly. Related to this story. WATCH: The new Walmart milk plan operation in Robinson will take in 1.5 million gallons daily at full capacity. Check out Wednesday's tour at...
From routine to ritual: experiential body care reshapes the category. Body care is undergoing a quiet but meaningful transformation. Once defined by utility - cleansing, hydrating, protecting - the category is now being reshaped by a new consumer expectation: experience. Texture, scent, visual appeal and emotional response are becoming just as important as performance, giving rise to what can be described as experiential body care. At its core, the trend reflects a broader shift in how consumers approach self-care. Increasingly, everyday routines are being reframed as rituals - small, repeatable moments that deliver not only functional benefits, but also sensory enjoyment and mood enhancement. Few brands illustrate this shift more clearly than Sundae Body. Celebrating its five-year milestone recently with an immersive influencer brunch in Sydney, the Australian-born brand has built its identity around injecting joy into the shower routine, a space traditionally overlooked in premium beauty storytelling. Sundae's signature whipped shower foams, inspired by the look and feel of whipped cream, are designed to transform a functional step into a playful, sensorial experience. The result is a product that sits at the intersection of skincare, fragrance and entertainment - highly effective, but equally designed to delight. The commercial response has been significant. The brand sells an average of 14,000 shower foams per day - approximately four units per minute - highlighting strong consumer appetite for products that go beyond basic utility. Sundae Body is not alone in tapping into this shift. Globally, brands such as Sol de Janeiro have demonstrated the commercial power of fragrance-led, sensorial body products, while Tree Hut continues to drive mass-market demand through texture and scent-led formulations amplified on TikTok. Closer to home, Frank Body laid early groundwork for playful, community-driven body care, while heritage player Lush has long championed multi-sensory retail experiences. At the same time, brands like Nécessaire and Grown Alchemist highlight a parallel, clinical approach, showcasing how the category is now balancing efficacy with experience. This shift is also playing out within the pharmacy channel, where distributors such as Chemcorp are bringing globally recognised brands into the local market. Ranges including Dr Teal's and SheaMoisture tap into sensorial rituals through formats such as bath soaks, body oils and texture-rich formulations, reinforcing how experience-led body care is extending beyond prestige into accessible, everyday price points. This momentum points to a wider evolution within the category. As skincare has become increasingly clinical and results-driven, body care is emerging as a counterbalance - a space where creativity, indulgence and emotional connection can thrive. Sundae has capitalised on this positioning through a combination of product innovation, brand storytelling and digital-first marketing. Its highly visual, "Instagrammable" formats are inherently shareable, driving organic reach across platforms such as TikTok, where the brand has generated more than 9.7 million views. At the same time, the brand has maintained strong retail fundamentals. Now stocked in more than 9,000 doors globally, Sundae has secured tier-one partnerships across Australia, New Zealand, the US and the UK, including Target, CVS and Walmart - where it was selected for the Walmart Start Accelerator Program. Importantly, the experiential approach has not been confined to a single product format. Sundae has expanded into multiple adjacent categories, including moisturisers, suncare and most recently fragrance, with the launch of hair and body mists. Each extension reinforces the same core principle: elevating everyday routines through sensorial engagement. Founder Lizzie Waley has been central to this strategy, building a brand that balances commercial scalability with a distinct emotional identity. In a crowded market, Sundae's success highlights the value of differentiation not just through ingredients or claims, but through how a product makes the consumer feel. This is where experiential body care becomes particularly relevant from an industry perspective. As price sensitivity increases and dupe culture continues to influence purchasing behaviour, brands are being pushed to justify their value beyond formulation alone. Experience - whether through texture, scent, packaging or storytelling - is becoming a key lever. Retailers are also responding. Merchandising strategies are increasingly focused on discovery and engagement, with body care positioned less as a commodity and more as a lifestyle category. Products that deliver a multi-sensory experience are more likely to drive trial, social amplification and repeat purchase. Looking ahead, the trajectory of experiential body care suggests continued growth, particularly as younger consumers prioritise products that align with both their emotional and aesthetic expectations. For brands, the opportunity lies in rethinking the role of body care altogether, not simply as a functional necessity, but as a daily moment of enjoyment. Read issue 86 of Retail Beauty below: