(USA) Associate Merchant- Young Women's

Position Summary

Role summary: The (USA) Associate Merchant supports category management by assisting with supplier negotiations, purchase order administration, and item setup for stores and online channels. This role collaborates cross-functionally to ensure accurate product content, supports promotional activities, and leverages data analysis to inform category performance and forecasting. The Associate Merchant contributes to customer-focused strategies by understanding buying behaviors and executing communication programs. This position requires strong project management and business analysis skills to drive operational excellence and support merchandising initiatives aligned with organizational goals.

About the team: The Women's Seasonal team develops trend‑right swimwear and outerwear assortments that balance fashion, function, and value. This team collaborates closely with design, product development, sourcing, planning, replenishment, and supplier partners to deliver seasonal collections that resonate with customers. Operating in a fast‑paced, highly seasonal environment, the team adapts quickly to evolving market trends and customer preferences. Data‑driven decision‑making is central to their approach, enabling impactful merchandising strategies. The team values strong communication, project management, and vendor relationship skills to ensure seamless execution and successful product assortments each season.

What you'll do

• Analyze sales data and support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for assigned categories.
• Provide recommendations on item setup, pricing, and assortment to optimize inventory and customer experience.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to drive business solutions and continuous improvement.
• 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.
• Execute customer communication and education programs, ensuring accurate product page content and search query management.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement category features, modular layouts, and promotional strategies.

What you'll bring

• A passion for serving the Women’s Fashion customer.
• Strong skills in data analysis and sales analysis to inform category strategy and decision‑making.
• Business analysis capabilities to identify opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Effective communication and project management skills to collaborate with merchants, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to manage product assortment and item setup processes ensuring accuracy and alignment with business needs.
• Competence in budgeting, forecasting, and tracking financial performance against targets.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $130,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses and may also include stock. You will be eligible for comprehensive health benefits (medical, vision, and dental coverage), financial benefits (401(k), stock purchase, company‑paid life insurance), paid time off (PTO, sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, voting), disability insurance, company discounts, military leave pay, and adoption or surrogacy expense reimbursement. Additional benefits such as PTO and/or PPTO can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes, meeting or exceeding paid sick leave laws where applicable. For more information, see and One.Walmart.

Minimum Qualifications

2 years’ experience in merchandising, buying, financial planning, operations, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Microsoft Office, negotiating with third‑party suppliers, pricing, site merchandising, planning or inventory, or related area.

Primary Location

600 Integrity Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Company Policy

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.