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Walmart Canada · 2 months ago

Manager, Benefits and Wellbeing- Absence Management Project Manager

Bentonville, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $155K/yr

5+ years exp

Walmart Inc. is a leading retail company, and they are seeking a Project Manager for their Absence Management team. This role involves overseeing the implementation and compliance of Walmart’s leave of absence and disability programs while leading cross-functional projects to enhance operational efficiency.

DeliveryRetailShopping

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations for multi-state programs, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws (including FMLA) and internal policies

Support the integration of statutory leave programs within Walmart’s broader benefits portfolio

Lead project planning, execution, and monitoring activities for leave-related initiatives, including timelines, deliverables, and resource management

Gather, analyze, and document clear business requirements to align stakeholders and guide execution

Conduct audits and ensure system and vendor compliance with statutory and company standards

Identify and escalate risks or compliance gaps, supporting mitigation planning and corrective actions

Coordinate and manage project workstreams to ensure timely implementation of policy, process, and system updates in response to regulatory changes

Collect and analyze leave data to evaluate program performance, identify trends, and recommend process or policy improvements

Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that balance compliance and associate experience - while embracing emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools and agents, to enhance efficiency and support evolving workforce needs

Support vendor relationship oversight by tracking performance metrics, assisting in audits, and ensuring adherence to service level agreements

Coordinate with vendors to plan, and execute projects that enhance service delivery and program performance — ensuring clear timelines, defined deliverables, and accountability across both internal and external teams

Serve as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and shared ownership of initiatives

Lead cross-functional governance meetings and provide updates to senior leadership

Serve as a point of contact for escalated leave inquiries, partnering with HR, Legal, and Payroll to resolve complex issues

Develop and deliver training materials and resources for field and business partners on absence related policies and procedures to include, but not limited to, PFML, Paid Sick Leave (PSL) and Paid Time Off (PTO), Leave of Absence (LOA), Short and Long Term Disability, and Accommodations (ADA)

Foster strong working relationships across internal teams to promote understanding and consistent application of leave programs

Facilitate cross-functional project meetings, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and progress tracking among key stakeholders

Promote a culture of inclusion, accountability, and associate care aligned with Walmart’s values

Partner closely with senior leadership to communicate progress and program outcomes

Demonstrate strong project leadership by leading through influence, managing competing priorities, and ensuring project goals align with organizational strategy

Champion Walmart’s values and ethics by ensuring that leave programs reflect the company’s commitment to respect, integrity, and the Open Door Policy

Qualification

Statutory leave managementFederal leave regulationsProject managementHRIS experienceVendor managementAnalytical skillsTraining developmentCommunication skillsLeadership skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources, or related field OR 5 years of experience in benefits administration, project management, legal or related area

2+ years of experience managing or supporting statutory paid leave or paid sick leave programs

Knowledge of federal and multi-state leave regulations (e.g., PFML, PSL, FMLA)

Experience in a large, multi-state organization or highly regulated environment

2+ years of experience in project management, including planning, execution, and delivery of cross-functional initiatives

Project Management or HR certification (PMP, PHR/SPHR)

Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems (Workday and SAP preferred)

Experience collaborating with vendors and managing performance metrics

Preferred

Microsoft Office

Project Management

Supervising Associates

Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification

Benefits

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.

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.