Walmart Inc. has chosen a new leader for its Neighborhood Market format after the retirement of former head Kelvin Buncum.
Kyle Kinnard, who works for Walmart U.S. as a senior vice president and general merchandising manager of the home category, will take on Buncum's role.
Cedric Clark, Walmart's executive vice president of store operations, announced Kinnard's appointment on Wednesday in a LinkedIn post. Clark didn't say when Kinnard will start in his new position.
Before Kinnard's work with Walmart U.S., he worked at Sam's Club for 22 years where he held a variety of leadership roles, including stints as senior director of operations in China and as president of Sam's Club Mexico.
"Kyle brings a deep-seated knowledge of operational transformation, item merchandising and inventory management," Clark said. "His international experiences will also help Walmart U.S. learn best practices from our strong international businesses."
Buncum worked for Walmart for nearly 13 years.