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Position Summary...

This role is focused on executing the E2E strategy for Partnerships within Driver Experience particularly with the purpose of adding value to the new Spark Driver Rewards Program. The manager must be someone who has in-depth industry knowledge and connections that enable them to source new 3rd party partnerships. Also, the manager will be in charge of revamping our entire approach to partnerships and finding new opportunities to bring value even given constraints that exist with gig economy drivers. The manager must be someone who can manage these accounts but at the same time get into the details of tracking performance and reporting.

The importance of partnerships is increasing due to the focus of bringing value to the new rewards program. We are planning to launch the new rewards program later this year and we need to close the gap against competition in our offerings while keeping in mind the legal risk limitations.

What you'll do...

The Manager, Last Mile Delivery Partnerships will lead the end-to-end strategy, execution, and management of partnerships that enhance the value proposition for gig economy drivers on the Spark platform. This role is responsible for redefining and scaling a long-term partnership vision aligned with the Spark Driver Rewards Program, leveraging industry insights, innovative collaboration opportunities, and creative solutions within program constraints. The Manager will own relationships with both internal (e.g., Walmart+, Sam’s Club) and external partners, ensuring alignment with Spark's goals while continuously identifying ways to deliver additional value to drivers.

The role will drive the full lifecycle of new partnership initiatives—from sourcing and negotiation to launch and post-launch optimization—ensuring seamless integration across Spark’s channels and touch points.

Own the Spark Partnerships strategy to enhance the the value proposition for gig economy drivers on the platform, leveraging insights into industry trends and innovative partner opportunities. The new strategy should create a vision for partnerships in the context of the Spark Driver Rewards Program considering implications within the new program, seamless integration into our channels, and finding creative solutions that bring value within existing limitations.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Manage and strengthen relationships with existing Last Mile Delivery (LMD) partners (internal and external), ensuring ongoing alignment with Spark’s Rewards Program and finding ways to increasingly add value to the drivers on the platform through effective relationship management. The key internal partnerships include Walmart+ and Sam's club.

+ Execute new partnerships that bring value to drivers on the Spark platform ensuring a seamless E2E partnership management process from discovery conversations, contract negotiations and execution, go-to-market, and post-launch management.

+ Manage the on-going Spark Partnerships performance tracking and reporting by clearly communicating impact to KPIs and share on-going improvement opportunities.

+ Partner and/or account management experience - Ability to build, maintain, and grow strong relationships with external and internal partners.

+ Strategy and Industry Knowledge - Capable of developing partnership strategies within the gig economy /last mile delivery space that align with business goals and enhance the value of the rewards and engagement programs.

+ Contract negotiations - Skilled in structuring and negotiating deals, managing contract terms, and ensuring mutual value from partnerships.

+ Analytical - Strong ability to interpret data to evaluate partnership performance, identify trends, and guide improvements.

+ Program Management - Proficient in coordinating across multiple teams, managing timelines, and executing partnership initiatives from concept to launch.

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 (https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J) .

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The annual salary range for this position is $70,000.00-$130,000.00

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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 Business Administration, Engineering, Operations , or related field and 2 years’ experience in operations, project management, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in operations, project management, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Supervising Associates

Masters: Economics

Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification

Primary Location...

311 North Walton Boulevard, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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 diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.