Overview
- Barrientos had served as interim leader since August 1 following the abrupt departure of Ignacio Caride.
- He will continue as a provisional director on the board until a vote at the annual shareholders' meeting.
- Walmart said the appointment reinforces its long-term strategy focused on digitalization and e-commerce growth.
- Walmart International chief Kathryn McLay called Barrientos a “visionary leader” with a deep understanding of customers and partners.
- His 26-year trajectory at Walmart includes roles in Chile, operations leadership at Bodega Aurrera, CEO of Walmart Centroamérica, COO in Mexico, and CEO of Walmart Chile in 2023.