Senior Manager, Talent Architecture

Walmart

Walmart Senior Manager leading talent architecture, job frameworks, and career ladders. Modernizing enterprise talent processes with AI, automation, and strategic skills pipelines.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeBentonville • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Talent Architecture processes, including job evaluation and job architecture, while effectively leading and mentoring teams to drive service excellence. Proficient in data analysis and process improvement, leveraging AI and automation to enhance efficiency and support workforce planning.

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Talent Architecture ExpertiseJob Evaluation ProcessesData Analysis ProficiencyLeadership and MentoringProcess Improvement with AI

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Hard Skills

Job ArchitectureTalent SelectionData AnalysisProcess ImprovementAI ImplementationConsultingWorkforce PlanningPerformance MeasurementOrganizational DesignCareer Ladder Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStakeholder EducationInfluencing SkillsTeam LeadershipCoaching

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Industry Keywords

Talent SolutionsService ExcellenceContinuous ImprovementGlobal Service ModelCommunity Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying customer and operational needs, developing priorities, removing barriers, providing resources, measuring progress, and adjusting performance
Develop and maintain structured organizational designs, job frameworks, job architectures, and career ladders aligned with business objectives
Partner with leaders across functions to deliver effective talent solutions
Provide expert consulting on Talent Architecture processes to enable talent selection and movement across all levels
Lead and mentor the Talent Architecture team across multiple locations, driving service excellence and continuous improvement
Modernize Talent Architecture processes using AI and automation
Lead the Strategic Talent Pipelines Skills portfolio in partnership with product and technology teams
Identify process gaps and implement cross-functional solutions supporting business needs
Educate stakeholders on Talent Architecture best practices and provide strategic guidance
Evaluate the effectiveness of current plans, programs, and initiatives and recommend efficiency and cost-effectiveness improvements
Supervise and develop associates through selection, training, mentoring, assignment of duties, performance expectations, evaluations, recognition, and coaching
Promote and support company policies, procedures, mission, values, ethics, integrity, and Open Door Policy
Support community outreach events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in human resources, consulting, compensation, or related area, OR 6 years’ experience in human resources, consulting, compensation, or related area
Ability to consult with leaders and stakeholders to create talent architectures supporting workforce planning and mobility
Expertise in job evaluation and job architecture processes
Excellent communication skills to educate and influence business and HR partners
Leadership experience mentoring team members and driving service performance
Proficiency in data analysis for decision-making and process improvement
Process improvement expertise, including AI and automation to improve efficiency and workflows
Ability to operate effectively within a global follow-the-sun service model
Ability to select, train, supervise, mentor, evaluate, recognize, and coach associates

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus awards
Medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
Paid time off (PTO, including sick leave)
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
Short-term and long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit program
Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for eligible education programs
English Language Learning and short-form certificate programs