- Work from
- United States
- Contract
- Full-time
- Salary
- $70K – $130K / year
- Posted
- 12 November 2026
- Apply by
- 11 January 2027
This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to execute customer communication programs, optimize search results, and implement promotional strategies. By fostering strong vendor relationships and applying category expertise, this position drives operational excellence and supports business objectives while maintaining compliance with company policies and upholding high standards of integrity.
About the role
The (USA) Associate Merchant supports category management by facilitating supplier negotiations, managing purchase orders, and resolving supplier-related issues to ensure accurate product setup across channels. Utilizing data analysis and financial insights, the Associate Merchant contributes to forecasting, budgeting, and assortment planning.
Responsibilities
- Support merchants in supplier negotiations and manage purchase orders for assigned categories.
- Assist in resolving supplier issues and facilitate the setup of new suppliers for stores and online channels.
- Own execution of customer communication and education programs in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Ensure accuracy and quality of product page content, adhering to taxonomy and search guidelines.
- Analyze category performance data to support budgeting, forecasting, and sales reporting.
- Implement approved promotional features and modular assortment strategies to enhance customer experience.
- Collaborate with planners and analysts to align financial plans and inventory purchases.
Requirements
What you'll bring
- Proven experience in vendor relationship management and supplier negotiations within a retail or merchandising environment.
- Strong proficiency in category strategy development and execution to support business growth and customer needs.
- Ability to analyze data effectively, leveraging insights to inform purchasing decisions and inventory management.
- Skilled in managing purchase orders and resolving supplier-related issues to ensure seamless category operations.
- Experience collaborating cross-functionally to support promotional activities, pricing strategies, and item setup processes.
- Demonstrated capability to track financial performance and support budgeting and forecasting efforts at the category level.
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. 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. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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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.
2 years’ experience in merchandising, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.
Nice to have
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Microsoft Office, Negotiating with third-party suppliers, Pricing, site merchandising, planning or inventory, or related areaBachelors: Business, Bachelors: Merchandising
Salary
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 $70,000.00 - $130,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
About the team
The Merchant team at Walmart leads category strategy and financial management to deliver exceptional value. They oversee supplier management, pricing, and promotional initiatives while managing profit and loss responsibilities. Collaborating across functions, the team analyzes market trends and customer behavior to support informed decisions. They focus on team performance and development within a results-driven environment. Utilizing data insights and strategic planning, the team enhances product assortment and customer experience across channels. Committed to operational excellence, they play a key role in advancing Walmart’s retail business through effective vendor relationships and category management.
Primary Location...
1700 Se 5th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart 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.
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