Senior Manager, Program Management

Position: SENIOR MANAGER, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Location: Bengaluru

Position Summary...

Drives the execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying customer and operational needs; developing and communicating business plans and priorities; removing barriers and obstacles that impact performance; providing resources; identifying performance standards; measuring progress and adjusting performance accordingly; developing contingency plans; and demonstrating adaptability and supporting continuous learning. Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates by selecting and training;

mentoring; assigning duties; building a team-based work environment; establishing performance expectations and conducting regular performance evaluations; providing recognition and rewards; coaching for success and improvement; and promoting a belonging mindset in the workplace. Promotes and supports company policies, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by training and providing direction to others in their use and application; ensuring compliance with them;

and utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy. Ensures business needs are being met by evaluating the ongoing effectiveness of current plans, programs, and initiatives; consulting with business partners, managers, co-workers, or other key stakeholders; soliciting, evaluating, and applying suggestions for improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness; and participating in and supporting community outreach events.

What you'll do...

Senior Manager – Program Management

Location:

Walmart IDC

Function:  People Team

About

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced  Senior Manager – Program Management  to join our People Team at Walmart IDC. This role will play a critical part in  driving enterprise-level people strategy , building a strong culture of  belonging , and ensuring seamless alignment between Walmart IDC and our global teams. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong program management capabilities, communication expertise, and a passion for creating impactful organizational change.

Key Responsibilities

Belonging & Culture Charter Ownership
Lead and own the Belonging Charter for Walmart IDC, ensuring that inclusion and equity are embedded into organizational culture and practices.
Liaison with Belonging Council within IDC and program manage the charter for the council.
Partner with leaders and associates to design and execute initiatives that strengthen employee belonging and engagement.
Measure impact through data, insights, and feedback, and continuously evolve the charter to meet business and people needs.
Strategic People Initiatives
Drive organization-wide strategic people initiatives aligned to Walmart's vision and business priorities.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and deliver high-impact programs that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
Serve as the program manager for complex, multi-stakeholder people projects, ensuring timely execution and measurable outcomes.
Enterprise Strategy Liaison
Act as a strategic liaison with US People teams to align on enterprise-wide people strategy and cascade it effectively within IDC.
Translate global strategy into locally relevant initiatives, ensuring consistency while adapting to local context.
Build strong partnerships across geographies to drive adoption and alignment on key programs.
Communications & Change Management
Own the communications strategy for People Team initiatives at IDC, ensuring clarity, alignment, and engagement.
Craft and deliver compelling narratives that articulate the value and impact of people programs to associates and leadership.
Partner with leadership and communications teams to manage change communications and stakeholder engagement for key interventions.

Qualifications & Experience

10–12 years of professional experience, with significant exposure to program management, HR strategy, or large-scale organizational change initiatives.
Proven track record of leading cross-functional programs, preferably in large, global organizations.
Strong understanding of HR practices, organizational culture, Belonging , and change management.
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