Senior Director, Specialty Compliance And Ethics - Food Science

Senior Director Of Food Science And Compliance

Join Walmart as the Senior Director of Food Science and Compliance! You will lead development and maintenance of the global food safety science and compliance strategy and related operations building and driving strategic implementation of food safety science and compliance programs and controls.

What you'll do...

Lead strategy and execution of food science and compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market trends.

Develop and oversee food safety science and compliance programs, including product specifications, applicable risk assessments, and food product handling procedures.

Lead and develop a team of food science and compliance professionals.

Provide global leadership and support across multiple business units, ensuring consistency with Walmart's Global Compliance & Ethics objectives.

Evaluate and enhance food science and compliance programs to meet evolving business and regulatory requirements.

Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve standards.

Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders including members of merchandising, sourcing, operations, regulatory, and supply chain teams.

Foster partnerships with research institutions, industry experts, and / or other stakeholders to stay ahead of food science innovation.

What you'll bring

15+ years of leadership experience in Food Safety Microbiology, Food Toxicology, Food Science, and / or Food Compliance, ideally within large multinational corporations.

Advanced degree preferred : PhD or Master's in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.

Proven ability to deliver operational efficiencies and strengthen global compliance programs using data and predictive analytics.

Strategic and influential leadership with a track record of translating complex challenges into actionable solutions in dynamic environments.

Credibility and trust-building skills, inspiring associates across the organization.

Action-oriented and resourceful, with the ability to lead change through deep scientific expertise and a strong professional network.

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.

The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : Stock

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 5 years' experience in compliance, ethics, legal, project management, or related area OR 7 years' experience in compliance, ethics, legal, project management, or related area. 4 years' supervisory experience. 5 years' experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications : Communications Doctorate : Law, Masters : Business Administration Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification

Primary Location : 811 Excellence Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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. Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.