BENTONVILLE, Ark. —Latriece Watkins assumed the role of chief merchandising officer at Walmart U.S. last May, marking a significant milestone in a career spanning nearly a quarter-century at the renowned retailer. “Those of you who have worked with Latriece know she is a merchant at heart and has a talent and passion for developing future
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Latriece Watkins was named chief merchandising officer of Walmart U.S. last May. The achievement marked the next step in what has been a stellar career spanning nearly 25 years at the world’s largest retailer and Fortune magazine’s global No. 1 company. Before moving into her current position, Watkins spent seven years leading
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart has named company veteran Latriece Watkins to the post of executive vice president and chief merchandising officer, effective immediately. She succeeds Charles Redfield, who is leaving the company this month after 32 years. “We have a rich history of strong leaders who embrace this constant change, set bold visions for our
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart has named company veteran Latriece Watkins to the post of executive vice president and chief merchandising officer, effective immediately. She succeeds Charles Redfield, who is leaving the company this month after 32 years. Walmart U.S. president and CEO John Furner shared the news of Watkin’s appointment on Friday in an internal
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Latriece Watkins, who was promoted to her current role of executive vice president of consumables in January 2020, says the pandemic has sparked some changes to the business that will likely persist. “Convenience has been redefined,” Watkins notes. “Shopping online has accelerated — both in the market and at Walmart — moving
NEW YORK — Earlier this week, the “WE Move Forward” panel series discussed strategies to develop more African-American talent and growth in the retail and consumer packaged goods industries. Here is the video of the event. Panelists were Kathleen Wilson-Thompson, Walgreens Boots Alliance executive vice president and global chief human resources officer; Latriece Watkins, executive
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart has transitioned two merchandising executives to new roles. Annie Walker has been named the new vice president of merchandising operations, apparel, for Walmart U.S. She will report to Kevin Pate. Julie Barber will take over as the new vice president and divisional merchandise manager of O-T-C merchandising, reporting to Latriece Watkins. “We
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Marybeth Hays, one of Walmart’s highest-ranking female executives, will be leaving the company in January 2019. Hays, who had served as executive vice president of consumables and health and wellness for just over a year, will leave the company early next year, according to an internal memo sent Friday from U.S. chief