Full-Time
Walmart
10,001+ employees
Operates hypermarkets and e-commerce platforms
Compensation Overview
$116k - $174k/yr
Senior
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
Brooksville, FL, USA
- Associate's degree in Technical related field (e.g., Controls, Electrical) and 5 years experience in Maintenance or related field OR 7 years experience in Maintenance or related field.
- Associates will be required to attend and successfully complete all job-required trainings and assessments (for example, Academy trainings, Open Door trainings, etc.).
- Drives the execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying customer and operational needs; developing and communicating business plans and priorities; removing barriers and obstacles that impact performance; providing resources; identifying performance standards; measuring progress and adjusting performance accordingly; developing contingency plans; and demonstrating adaptability and supporting continuous learning.
- Manages accounts and partnerships with vendors by coordinating price negotiations for parts and services with Purchasing management; interacting with vendor supplied project managers on major capital projects; influencing vendors on service and warranty processes; reviewing contracts for purchasing and projects to ensure cost, scope, and terms of condition are acceptable with senior management; auditing vendor vetting processes; and communicating with contracting team.
- Manages, protects, and improves Walmart assets by supporting the regional operations team during the home office budgeting development and approval process; monitoring capital spending plans and expense budgets with maintenance operations; driving reliability and improved maintenance practices, equipment enhancements, and replacements; auditing facility asset base; advising on condition of assets for future replacements and maintenance needs; developing annual overhaul and retrofit plans; providing input to operations and maintenance to avoid future asset damage; and developing budget forecasts for five year plan and annual capital and expense budgets with maintenance management for facilities within the region.
- Provides leadership to the regional operating team and developing and supporting ongoing initiatives by participating in annual meetings, travel, weekly calls, coordination of operational strategy, utilization of assets to support volume changes and forecasting, and establishment of standards; developing and communicating key performance and financial indicators; managing associate issues, investigations, grassroots issues, human resource policies for the distribution centers (DC), recruiting, and budgeting; training managers on effective processes for preventative maintenance scheduling; facilitating and setting agendas for regional communications; coordinating equipment replacement decisions based on volume and flow rates to maximize productivity; analyzing equipment needs to insure maximum utilization of all assets, prior to capital budgeting; advising the home office human resources.
- Provides support and direction for maintenance department operation in the logistics network by visiting distribution centers; working with management and other key associates to identify improvement opportunities, implement ideas, and develop corrective action plans; influencing regional teams in critical decisions; coordinating with other home office departments to implement action plans and document results; providing direct support for maintenance manager duties when additional local coverage is required; and supporting the development of corrective action plans to resolve equipment and process issues.
- Ensures adherence to corporate policies in the area of distribution center (DC) maintenance management and compliance with regulatory policies and procedures by educating and training DC senior staff, maintenance associates, and regional operating teams on policies and procedures; guiding the development of procedures, guidelines, and tools; communicating federal and state regulations; providing direction to senior leadership; initiating change in Walmart maintenance operating procedures; diagnosing areas with compliance deficiencies during DC visits; and directing the development of corrective actions.
- Develops new technology, processes, strategies and implements changes to improve throughput without impacting existing operations by managing facility and material handling projects; providing on-call support for technical issues; developing relationships with Walmart members of cross-functional departments; coordinating with vendors and operational teams to identify and test new technologies for process and strategy improvement; and supporting DC Operations and Maintenance teams, vendors, and home office Purchasing and Contracts team to complete contracts and required vetting process.
- Develops skills and abilities of maintenance management and other maintenance associates to prepare them for promotional opportunities by assessing needs and coordinating third party training activities; providing input to complete annual and mid-year evaluations; mentoring associates in leadership and project management; cross training maintenance management; developing and recruiting maintenance management candidates; initiating relationship building activities with outside agencies and schools; and participating in internal and external recruiting initiatives.
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical stores with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability. Unlike many competitors, Walmart also offers financial services and health and wellness services, such as pharmacies and vision centers. The company's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic through vaccine administration and essential goods availability.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Bentonville, Arkansas
Founded
1962
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Walmart's fintech startup, Hazel, offers innovative financial solutions to boost customer loyalty.
- Focus on sustainability attracts environmentally conscious consumers with zero emissions goal by 2040.
- 'Grow with US' program supports small American businesses, enhancing retail success.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from Costco in the bakery segment may impact market share.
- Tesla's electric semi-trucks could pose operational challenges if technology falls short.
- 'Store of the Future' initiative may face significant investment and integration challenges.
What makes Walmart unique
- Walmart's AI-driven inventory systems enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
- Partnership with Adobe integrates AI tools to improve customer experience on Walmart.com.
- Collaboration with drone companies expands last-mile delivery capabilities for faster service.
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Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Company News
Eye health products company Bausch + Lomb is teaming up with Walmart to host eye care clinics at dozens of the retailer's stores nationwide.
Vickie Judy, America's Car-Mart's longtime chief financial officer is now the company's chief accounting officer and Johnathan Collins, a former Walmart executive, will move into the CFO role, the company said Thursday.
Walmart has introduced a new lineup of bakery items, which may be viewed as a competitive move against Costco.
Walmart plans to test Tesla's brand new electric semi.
Recently, Walmart opened a new Supercenter in Cypress, Texas, marking its first new store in four years.