RETAIL LINK® 1:
BASICS

New on the job? You will quickly learn that to succeed with Walmart you must master Retail Link® and use it with confidence.

Retail Link® holds the key to the Walmart kingdom. This class gets you through the castle door, because here you will learn how to navigate Retail Link® and how to create a report using its data.

 

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This well-organized primer makes the complex data in Retail Link® understandable and memorable. Classroom teachers with decades of Walmart experience have learned the best methods for teaching adults and pride themselves on presenting content that is clear and up-to-the-minute. Hands-on training from these dedicated instructors will show you all that Retail Link® has to offer.

Who should take this Retail Link® class?
Those who are new to Walmart, new to Retail Link® or new to retail; those seeking a fuller understanding of this treasure trove of data — sales staff, analysts, accountants who manage the Walmart business, executives.

NOTES:
Content for this class was revised 5/4/22.
8th & Walton classes are exclusively for Walmart suppliers; only a supplier who works directly with Walmart may register.
If you are a broker interested in our Retail Link® classes, email [email protected]

You Will Learn

    How to make your way around Retail Link®
  • Retail Link® basic navigation
  • How the homepage is set up
  • The most valuable functions, apps and docs
  • How to maximize the Walmart homepage
      • How to use its most important scorecards and reports
    • The Supplier Performance Scorecard
    • The Quick Item Information Report
    • The Company Summary Report
    • The Store Detail Report
    • How to share reports
    • Where dotcom reports are located
        • How to get more out of Retail Link® immediately
      • How to customize your dashboard
      • How to best use its important apps and docs
      • How to save time and reduce frustration
      • Where to find definitions quickly
          • How to create and successfully retrieve a query
        • The basics of Retail Link® Decision Support – New
        • The elements of building and retrieving a query
        • The difference between AND and OR when building a query

THIS IS AN ALL-DAY CLASS.
9:00 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. CENTRAL TIME.
IT IS A LIVE ZOOM MEETING WITH A MAXIMUM OF 10 PARTICIPANTS/INSTRUCTOR.
PRICE: $650

SAVE 10% WHEN YOU PURCHASE 3 CLASSES AT ONE TIME.

Requirements

  • Each student must register; one participant per registration.
  • Each student must use his/her camera throughout class.
  • Register using your supplier email address.
  • Have authorized access to Retail Link®.
  • Have your Retail Link® ID and password.
  • Have Excel ready to use.


    • NOTE FOR NEW WALMART SUPPLIERS: In order to produce valid reports, your company should be shipping to Walmart prior to taking this class. Since our classes do not use dummy data, if you are not shipping to Walmart, you will have no data with which to produce reports.

      Meet Your Teachers


       


      Lori Carter has had a remarkable breadth of experience in her 24 year retail career. It began at Walmart and Sam’s Club where she became a Retail Link® analyst and replenishment specialist. As a supplier and working on behalf of suppliers, Lori has managed e-commerce accounts, analyzed data, improved OTIF scores and resolved transportation issues. Lori also serves as an administrator of the Walmart Supplier Support Group on FaceBook. Here she answers suppliers’ questions, an experience that has given her a deep understanding of the current needs of the Walmart supplier.
       
       
       
       
      Heather Reid worked for Walmart Canada for 22 years prior to joining Canada’s 8th & Walton in 2016. While at Walmart, she organized and facilitated its Retail Link® and various system-training programs for both internal and external Walmart customers. She also facilitated a four-day supplier training session on a bi-weekly basis, teaching over 2,000 suppliers. She has a vast knowledge of Replenishment (GRS) and is an expert in Retail Link® and in Accounting for both Walmart Canada and Walmart US. In addition to her deep knowledge of retail systems, Heather is an extraordinary teacher. She holds a diploma in Human Resources, Marketing, and Accounting and has held the Canadian Human Resource Leader (CHRL) designation.

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      Reviews

      Class was great and very informative. Lori and Heather were excellent and very versed in fielding questions.

      - Ena - 4/5/22 Sales Analyst

      The class was great , and Lori and Heather were both great with taking their time explaining and going through the steps in a timely manner with everyone.

      - Suryia - 1/4/22 Sales Support

      It was great. Learned a lot I did not know since I never worked with Retail Link in the past.

      - Jennifer - 12/7/21 Sales Director

      The class was easy to follow, well-led, and very informative. I am new to Walmart, so I did not know the capabilities of Retail Link but came away from the session with the basic knowledge I needed. My goal is to get to a level in Retail Link where I can be self-sufficient if I need information. After taking the class, I have an excellent understanding of the system’s capabilities, and with additional practice, I will achieve my goal.

      - Marc - 12/7/21 Sales Manager

      It was a good class and I learned a lot.

      - Fran - 12/7/21 Business Development Manager - Sales

      I really enjoyed the class, and Lori and Heather were awesome. Received a better understanding of RL.

      - Jodi - 11/2/21 Office Coordinator

      The class with Lori and Heather went really well. It was nice to have another Canadian in the room with me! There were many great takeaways that will make my job much easier. In particular, query building.

      - Heather - 11/2/21 Marketing/Sales