• Director, Communications

    Walmart (Bentonville, AR)


    Position Summary...

     

    Are you ready to shape how the world sees Walmart’s impact? As Director, Communications, you’ll drive high-visibility initiatives supporting our $1.7B philanthropic efforts and advance transformative change across Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. This is a unique opportunity to amplify purpose-driven work, serve as a strategic advisor, and build Walmart’s reputation as a force for good—locally and globally.

    About Global Communications

    Global Communications is Walmart’s voice to the world—crafting clear, compelling narratives that connect our mission to communities, customers, and associates. Our team operates at the intersection of innovation and impact, leading integrated communications for key initiatives across the enterprise. In this role, you’ll directly influence Walmart’s community outreach and philanthropic storytelling, connecting our giving strategy with business goals and stakeholder engagement.

     

    What you'll do...

     

    + Develop and execute internal and external communications strategies to elevate Walmart’s reputation and philanthropic impact.

    + Advise senior leaders and serve as a high-level spokesperson on community and giving initiatives.

    + Lead creative, integrated digital and media campaigns; monitor and measure results.

    + Foster relationships with media, bloggers, and key stakeholders; manage public relations opportunities and issues.

    + Partner cross-functionally to empower associates and communities, driving engagement and local giving culture.

    What you’ll bring

    + Proven communications experience in large, complex organizations.

    + Expertise in change and process management, leveraging data and AI to inform strategy.

    + Demonstrated success in executive communications and crisis/issues management.

    + Strong track record of building media relationships and executing high-impact campaigns.

    + Experience in philanthropy, community engagement, or corporate social responsibility a plus.

     

    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 $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

     

    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.

     

    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.