Manager, Process Improvement - Event Planning

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Event Manager - Programs & Events Position Summary The Event Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of enterprise programs, training initiatives, leadership events, and large-scale organizational experiences in both virtual and in-person environments. This role drives end-to-end event delivery, stakeholder alignment, participant engagement, operational execution, and continuous program improvement while ensuring a high-quality attendee experience. This position is not a remote position. Expected to be in office 100% of the time. Successful candidate must live in or around Bentonville, AR. Key Responsibilities Program Ownership & Execution Leadership

• Own and lead the planning and execution of training programs, onboarding experiences, and leadership events in both virtual and in-person formats.
• Manage annual program calendars, event timelines, milestones, and execution plans.
• Oversee participant management activities including outreach, invitations, registration campaigns and attendance tracking.
• Ensure all event offerings are accurately created, maintained, and communicated.

Large-Scale Event Management

• Lead high-visibility events of 15 to 1200 attendees including but not limited to the below programs:

• Director Onboarding

• Manager Summit

• BU Roadshows

• Tech Appreciation Events

• Stakeholder Events

• Office Hours

• Drive end-to-end event execution including agenda development, communications, logistics coordination, and on-site delivery.

• Ensure seamless attendee experiences and operational excellence throughout all phases of event management.

Stakeholder & Program Management

• Partner with leadership teams to align program objectives, messaging, deliverables, and desired outcomes.
• Manage communications, registration processes, and participant engagement strategies.
• Lead project planning meetings, milestone tracking, and execution updates.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal teams including recruiting, enterprise teams, technology, workplace hospitality, catering, program owners, and academy partners.
• Coordinate with external vendors, hotels, catering partners, speakers, and event suppliers to ensure successful delivery.

Financial & Risk Management

• Manage event and program budgets while tracking expenses and forecasting costs.
• Identify risks, resolve issues proactively, and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Negotiate vendor pricing, venue contracts, and hotel room blocks to maximize value and efficiency.

Team Leadership

• Coach Event Planners, providing guidance on priorities, workload management, and execution standards.
• Promote consistent event execution processes and high-quality attendee experiences across all programs and events.

Continuous Improvement

• Review event feedback, attendee surveys, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with senior leadership on event strategy, planning enhancements, and operational efficiencies.
• Implement process improvements to elevate future program and event execution.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in event management, program management, corporate events, or related experience.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, and event management platforms.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, high-visibility events and leadership programs.
• Strong project management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, contracts, and event logistics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Business Administration, Communications, Hospitality, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in event management, program management, corporate events, or related experience.

Travel & Schedule Expectations

• Ability to travel as needed to support on-site event execution and leadership programs.
• Flexibility to support events outside standard business hours when required.

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

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.

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

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

• Stock

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 Finance, Human Resources, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field and 2 years' experience in consulting, project management, business strategy, or relevant area OR 4 years' experience in consulting, project management, business strategy, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Leadership of cross-functional task forces or projects, Project Management

Masters, Masters: Human Resources, Masters: Supply Chain

Lean Six Sigma Champion Certification - Certification

Primary Location...

814 Respect Dr, 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.