Procurement Magazine September 2022 | Page 16

TRAILBLAZER

“ The innovation women bring to retail is absolutely crucial [...] Thank you to our women business owners who were boldly courageous enough to follow their passions ”

Among her teams , Albright has been an inspiration , fostering working environments built on trust and psychological safety . It is this approach that she believes encourages radical candour , accelerates the speed of both collaboration and innovation , reduces waste , and increases the targeted use of resources .
“ During my career at Walmart , I ’ ve unlocked team and organisational capabilities to deliver consistent results in sales and profit growth , cost reductions , merchandising innovations , and talent development . Results have led to roles of increasing scope and responsibilities , as well as a reputation as a dynamic , inclusive leader ,” says Albright .
Over the years , Albright has managed multi-billion-dollar P & Ls and teams of up to 1,200 people . She has also supported 200,000 + associates in a wide range of categories and models , including brick and mortar , eCommerce , and direct-to-store deliver ( DSD ).
Diversity and inclusion Being a strong advocate for diverse and inclusive workforces , Albright has often spoke out on ways industries can open doors for women .
“ At Walmart , we know we are at our best when we champion diversity and inclusion across our business . Women make up the majority of our associates and the majority of our shoppers , so it makes sense for us to use our strength to support women at all levels of the business ,” said Albright .
16 September 2022