Senior Analyst, Program Management and Business Development

As a Senior Analyst in Program Management and Business Development at Walmart, you will be tasked with planning project requirements, executing project strategies, monitoring progress, and ensuring compliance with company policies. You'll also manage risks, collaborate with different teams, and provide coaching to help develop your colleagues.

To apply for the Senior Analyst position at Walmart, candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in an e-commerce or technology environment, a minimum of 1 year in a contact center or marketplace setting, and a solid year focusing on business development. A Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field is preferred.

Walmart places great emphasis on people development; as a Senior Analyst, you will provide coaching and feedback to team members, which not only aids their growth but enhances your leadership skills as well. Additionally, there are numerous training opportunities available to help you excel in your role.

The working environment for a Senior Analyst at Walmart is dynamic and collaborative. You'll work Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST, engaging with various teams and stakeholders to ensure projects are executed effectively, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Walmart offers a competitive salary alongside performance-based bonuses. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, a 401(k) plan, PTO, and additional options such as adoption reimbursement and short-term disability. These perks all contribute to a balanced work-life experience.

In your response, detail the project's scope, your role in planning and execution, how you monitored risks, and the successful outcomes achieved, showcasing your analytical and leadership skills.

Highlight your organizational skills by discussing specific tools or methods you use to track deadlines, delegate tasks, and ensure all projects stay on track while adapting to any changes required.

Discuss your approach to identifying potential risks early, your method for developing mitigation strategies, and how you communicate these risks with stakeholders to ensure transparency throughout the project.

Emphasize the importance of regular updates, meetings, and using collaboration tools to maintain clear and open communication channels that foster collaboration and help avoid misunderstandings.

Share a specific instance where you provided coaching or feedback, the methods used to guide them, and the positive results that came from it, illustrating your commitment to developing others.

Identify key skills such as project management, analytical thinking, risk assessment, and communication abilities. Explain how these skills directly impact the success of the projects you manage.

Mention resources such as industry publications, webinars, and professional associations that you engage with to continually learn and apply new strategies in your work.

Discuss your experience with specific project management software or tools. Explain how they help in organizing tasks, tracking progress, and collaborating with team members efficiently.

Describe your conflict resolution approach, focusing on active listening, understanding different perspectives, and finding a collaborative solution that moves the project forward positively.

Articulate your reasons for wanting to join Walmart, such as the company's commitment to innovation, its focus on helping customers, and how it aligns with your career aspirations and values.