Apply

Ready to go for it?

AI Apply speeds things up—apply directly if you prefer.

FREE ACCESS
5,000–10,000 jobs/day
Scoutfield Logo

See all jobs on Scoutfield

Search thousands of fresh jobs every day.

Discover
  • Fresh listings
  • Fast filters
  • No subscription required
Create a free account and start exploring right away.
Walmart

Senior Manager, Product Development – Produce Foods

Walmart

. Lead cross-functional collaboration to drive product initiatives from concept through commercialization and lifecycle management .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeBentonville • United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit
Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in managing product development initiatives, leading cross-functional collaboration, and applying analytical skills to optimize product performance. Proficient in developing product strategies informed by market research and industry benchmarking while fostering a high-performing work environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Product Development ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipRoot Cause AnalysisProject Management SkillsMarket Research Implementation

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills
Product Lifecycle ManagementData AnalysisVBA ProgrammingSQL ProgrammingFinancial ModelingCreative Design SoftwareIndustry BenchmarkingProduct Specification DevelopmentContinuous ImprovementTimely Product Delivery
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationMentoringCollaborationGoal-Oriented LeadershipAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office
Certifications & Qualifications
Project Management ProfessionalSix Sigma
Industry Keywords
DesignMerchandisingMarketingProduct InnovationManufacturingPackaging

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
PMPSQLVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration to drive product initiatives from concept through commercialization and lifecycle management
  • Collaborate with merchants and sourcing to align product development with business strategies and quality standards
  • Manage communications with internal and external partners and provide timely updates
  • Identify and investigate potential issues during the product lifecycle
  • Perform root cause analysis and recommend effective solutions
  • Develop, monitor, and manage product specifications to meet quality standards and customer needs
  • Conduct industry benchmarking to inform product trends and strategic product decisions
  • Lead execution of business plans by removing obstacles, measuring progress, and adjusting performance to meet objectives
  • Foster communication across departments to support sourcing and development initiatives
  • Mentor associates and foster a high-performing, goal-oriented work environment
  • Support continuous improvement, timely product delivery, product innovation, and achievement of business goals

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Design, or related field and 4 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area
  • Proven expertise in managing product development initiatives and driving alignment across cross-functional teams
  • Strong project management skills
  • Ability to oversee product lifecycle and resolve issues through root cause analysis
  • Experience developing and implementing product strategies informed by market research and industry benchmarking
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration with internal and external partners
  • Ability to lead teams, mentor associates, and foster a high-performing, goal-oriented work environment
  • Analytical mindset with experience using data to inform decisions and optimize product performance
  • Capability to manage multiple business plans and adapt to changing priorities
  • Preferred: Application development experience with emphasis on VBA and SQL programming languages
  • Preferred: Creative design software
  • Preferred: Financial modeling
  • Preferred: Leading and completing cross-functional projects
  • Preferred: Manufacturing, product development, or packaging
  • Preferred: Microsoft Office
  • Preferred: Supervisory experience
  • Preferred: Master’s degree in Arts, Business, or Science
  • Preferred: Project Management Professional certification
  • Preferred: Six Sigma certification
  • Must work at the Bentonville, Arkansas location indicated in the posting

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance-based bonus awards
  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Stock purchase
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 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 certificates through Live Better U
  • Annual or quarterly performance bonuses
  • Stock may be included as additional compensation for certain positions