(USA) Director, Communications, Global Health & Wellness
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Job Location:
Bentonville, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 110000 - 220000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary...
Director Communications Global - Health & WellnessLocation: Bentonville AR
As Director Communications Global - Health & Wellness you will shape how Walmart tells its health and wellness story. Youll lead integrated communications strategies that strengthen Walmarts reputation as a trusted healthcare partner. From pharmacies and vision centers to clinical services research and wellness innovation youll drive storytelling that showcases Walmarts scale innovation and impact on community health.
About the Team
The Health & Wellness Communications team amplifies Walmarts live better mission by creating awareness of the products services and associates that empower healthier lives. We are connectors storytellers and reputation stewards partnering across Corporate Affairs business units clinical teams and external stakeholders to deliver proactive storytelling safeguard Walmarts reputation and position the company as a leader in accessible affordable healthcare.
What youll do...
Strategic Communications & Planning
Develop and execute proactive communications strategies that align with Walmarts Health & Wellness priorities and enterprise reputation goals.
Partner with leadership to position Walmart as a trusted and innovative healthcare partner for customers patients and communities.
Identify emerging health and wellness trends and turn insights into communications opportunities.
Storytelling & Content Development
Create clear compelling narratives press releases executive remarks blogs and social content that simplify complex health topics for diverse audiences.
Build thought leadership platforms for executives and clinical leaders to showcase Walmarts role in shaping the future of healthcare.
Lead ongoing storytelling to highlight Walmart associates innovations and impact in Health & Wellness.
Media Relations & External Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with reporters editors and influencers in health retail business and consumer media.
Proactively pitch stories that highlight Walmarts healthcare role and respond to inquiries with accuracy speed and transparency.
Prepare executives for media interviews panel discussions and industry events.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Collaborate across Corporate Affairs (including Government Relations ESG Merchandising and Benefits) Health & Wellness business leaders and external partners to align and amplify messaging.
Serve as a strategic advisor to leaders providing effective communications counsel on high-visibility initiatives.
Crisis & Issues Management
Develop and execute communications strategies for health-related issues including public health events reputational risks and regulatory matters.
Monitor the external landscape and advise on proactive reputation protection measures.
Measurement & Optimization
Use data analytics and audience insights to evaluate campaign performance and inform future strategies.
Report regularly to senior leadership on communications activities outcomes and impact on Walmarts reputation in Health & Wellness.
What Youll Bring
Experience in corporate communications public relations journalism or healthcare communications.
Proven success in media relations with experience shaping narratives and securing top-tier coverage.
Exceptional writing and storytelling skills across multiple formats and platforms.
Digital fluency with experience using AI emerging platforms and analytics tools to extend reach and engagement.
Strong crisis communications capability with composure and clarity under pressure.
Collaborative solutions-oriented mindset; thrives in a fast-paced matrixed environment.
Executive presence with the ability to advise senior leaders and represent Walmart with credibility.
A curious forward-thinking approach to elevating storytelling and strengthening Walmarts reputation.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.
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 Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sams Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelors 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. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility see . Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed there are no minimum qualifications. Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed there are no preferred qualifications.Minimum Qualifications...
Preferred Qualifications...
Primary Location...
702 Sw 8Th 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.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
Walmart started with one man. In 1962, Sam Walton began with just one store and one mission: help people save money so they could live better. As a growing global digital enterprise and with over 11,500 stores, we maintain Mr. Sam’s vision, but now, we are able to help more customers ... View more
