Lead product development initiatives by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing communications to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
Work directly with supplier partners to develop proprietary private brand deli, prepared food, and frozen meat products for our members.
Develop and manage product specifications throughout the product lifecycle, conducting benchmarking, sensory evaluations, and quality reviews to meet member expectations.
Analyze consumer trends, category insights, and market data to inform product strategies and identify innovation opportunities.
Drive execution of business plans by identifying operational needs, removing obstacles, and monitoring performance metrics.
Ensure products meet food safety, regulatory, quality, and labeling requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Design, or related field and 2 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area.
Experience in product development within deli, prepared foods, frozen foods, meat processing, or related food manufacturing categories.
Strong knowledge of food science, ingredient functionality, meat processing, food safety, and commercialization processes.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects from concept through launch.
Expertise in product strategy, benchmarking, sensory evaluation, and trend analysis.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with internal stakeholders and external supplier partners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
Demonstrated commitment to integrity, quality, and continuous improvement.

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, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
Live Better U is a company 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.

Manager, Product Development – Deli & Frozen Meat

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