Director – Global Communications

Position Summary...

Are you someone fired up and ready to lean in to driving transformation in emerging tech at a global scale? If so, this might be the right role for you!

About the Team…
Walmart is a people-led, tech-powered company, and we are searching for an experienced technology communicator who wants to be at the center of it. This role is responsible for positioning Walmart as the leader of the next era of retail highlighting how emerging technologies like GenAI, AI and AR/VR/Mixed Reality are powering this transformation. This is a high impact role for someone who wants to push the boundaries of what’s possible, while bringing joy to the workplace.

What you'll do...

• Create a bold strategy that highlights the incredible emerging technologies powering Walmart International and Sam’s Club
• Proactively and regularly invest time to build relationships with national and local reporters, producers and editors
• Collaborate across global communications team members, improving culture while telling multi-dimensional stories   
• Communicate with brevity and purpose, making complex tech topics simple and easy to understand
• Establish Walmart International and Sam’s Club Chief Technology executives as industry leaders and experts  
• Modernize the way we communicate, constantly testing new ways to make an impact

What you’ll bring…

• Experience working in tech comms both in-house and at a big agency
• Strong relationships with tech reporters
• Strong grasp of the tech speaking circuit
• Systems and passion for project management  
• Extremely high standards and care about the details
• A proven track record of exceeding goals and expectations
• Ability to move with speed   
• Ability to contribute to a team dynamic

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

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. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people. 

Who We Are

Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement.  From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. careers.walmart.com

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.

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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.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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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.

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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.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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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 Communications, Public Relations, Business, or related field and 5 years’ experience in public relations, communications, or relevant area OR 7 years’ experience in public relations, communications, or relevant area. 2 years’ supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Government Relations, Media Relations, Retail Industry

Primary Location...

702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America