Full-Time

General Transportation Manager

Regional, Transportation

Posted on 2/18/2025

Walmart

Walmart

10,001+ employees

Global retail chain offering affordable products

Financial Services
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$105k - $223kAnnually

+ Performance Bonuses + Stock

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

New Boston, IL, USA

Primary Location: 703 N Iris Rd, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641-3128, United States of America.

Category
Supply Chain Management
Transportation & Distribution
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Data Science
Business Strategy

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in business or a related field
  • 3 years experience in a senior management role within an operations/distribution/supply chain environment, supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing managers/supervisors; managing workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of employees facility-wide
  • 1 year experience as a Walmart Supply Chain Assistant General Manager supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing associates; managing associate workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of associates
  • 3 years experience as a Walmart Supply Chain Operations Manager supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing associates; managing associate workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of associates
  • 5 years experience in a senior management role as an operations/distribution/logistics environment, supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing managers/supervisors; managing workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of employees facility-wide.
Responsibilities
  • Implement best practices for asset management and risk assessment
  • Design and negotiate policies for acquisition guidelines and standards
  • Assess the impact of effective asset management on enterprise finances
  • Direct the development of and enforce compliance with asset management processes
  • Identify potential solutions to business problems using data and advanced analytics
  • Administer data governance policies that ensure the proper management of the data ecosystem
  • Review the impact of digital technologies in alignment with the overall org strategy that drives process efficiencies or enable cost reduction
  • Provide inputs on process improvements using existing / innovative technology solutions (predictive analytics, AI) across the function
  • Define best visualization approach and solutions for specific business issues and use multiple techniques to create interactive dashboards
  • Partner with Data Science and Technology teams to define future state capabilities and build against those priorities in support of functional / organizational objectives
  • Coach and enable data driven best practices across the region
  • Direct the use of resources like teams, budgets, and training, and technologies to implement new ways of working that eliminate opportunities for disruption in business processes
  • Manage reduction in non-value-added time by leveraging data, automation capabilities, stakeholder alignment, and operational readiness to best position the company to overcome daily problems like escalations, crises, and unique disruptions
  • Direct network preparedness for identifiable and unidentifiable risks to deliver on-time operational execution
  • Ensure availability of fleet for entire business format as per schedule and oversee performance evaluations process
  • Implement guidelines on allocation of budget and guide teams on mix of fleet from different channels (own, leased or market)
  • Guide regional teams on creating, implementing, and adhering to protocols, processes, and standards of quality in order to ensure business required standards
  • Evaluates relevant industry practices from an operations perspective and works accordingly
  • Works to resolve obstacles to goals of several organizational functions
  • Advises others to carry out responsibilities based on understanding of key organizational functions
  • Designs awareness programs for multi and cross functional issues of the regulatory environment
  • Facilitates interrelationships between major functions and subfunctions
  • Recommends efficiencies in operational functions and One Best Way documentation wherever possible
  • Monitors organizational adherence to policies and procedures
  • Facilitates communications across departments to ensure a smooth workflow in the facility and related partner functions
  • Applies regulatory programs as needed to comply with major products, processes or business areas
  • Provides recommendations and solutions to existing and potential legal or regulatory problems
  • Plan and oversee cost saving initiatives to meet the business goals
  • Create plans for collaboration on network level projects
  • Ensures safety and compliance programs meet local, state and federal requirements
  • Develops mitigation strategies and corrective plans to reduce impact of undesirable events for at risk facilities and programs
  • Reviews new regulatory requirements, industry practices, new technologies and equipment developments; implementing required changes; and ensuring standards and procedures are current
  • Guide cross functional teams on risk elimination strategies
  • Acts as chief compliance representative to internal leadership and external stakeholders such as regulatory agencies and auditors
  • Sets safety and compliance assessment and audit priorities, goals and objectives; developing long term strategy and approach to ensure compliance with new and changing regulations
  • Provides guidance and direction on regulatory inspection requests for documentation and business information
  • Provides guidance and information to supervision and management regarding safety training requirements and compliance as they relate to employee health and safety
  • Guide and implement network level root cause analysis
  • Help design and manage the omnichannel flow of goods with seamless integration in terms of documentation and other paperwork requirements
  • Manage multiple freights and good categories creating a seamless transportation network
  • Support planning of the optimal vehicle utilization keeping in mind the different categories of vehicles and goods
  • Analyze gaps of current logistics operating model with respect to key performance indicators, current industry best practices and future demand
  • Cultivate relationships with executives at key suppliers and senior internal leadership to ensure that suppliers' strategic core capabilities are understood within the organization
  • Lead changes to supplier business reviews with customer input to align to business needs
  • Manage Supplier change impact with an appropriate action plan
  • Serve as escalation contact for major issues with supplier performance
  • Understand future roadmaps and initiatives that may necessitate new and emerging sources of supply
  • Identify key strategic vendors for opportunities across the organization
  • Provides overall direction by analyzing business objectives and customer needs; developing, communicating, building support for, and implementing business strategies, plans, and practices; analyzing costs and forecasts and incorporating them into business plans; determining and supporting resource requirements; evaluating operational processes; measuring outcomes to ensure desired results; identifying and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; promoting a customer environment; and demonstrating adaptability and sponsoring continuous learning
  • Develops and implements strategies to attract and maintain a highly skilled and engaged workforce by diagnosing capability gaps; recruiting, selecting, and developing talent; supporting mentorship, workforce development, and succession planning; and leveraging the capabilities of new and existing talent
  • Cultivates an environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices; developing consequences for violations or non-compliance; and supporting the Open Door Policy
  • Develops and leverages internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals by sponsoring and leading key community outreach and involvement initiatives; engaging key stakeholders in the development, execution, and evaluation of appropriate business plans and initiatives; and supporting associate efforts in these areas
  • Develops actionable plans that promote and support Company sustainability values and goals (for example, energy reduction, waste reduction, sustainable products) across all levels and functions within the area of responsibility (for example, championing Personal Sustainability Practices)
  • Determines and analyzes opportunities for utilizing the PSP framework in daily work activities to help meet Company goals, and develops and supports sustainability programs that produce positive business results
  • Creates an environment where Managers and Associates are engaged in Company sustainability efforts through clear communication, personal example, and appropriate reinforcement
  • Presents the benefits of new sustainability initiatives to community partners, helping them to understand Company sustainability values, efforts, and goals and giving them up-to-date information that applies to their situation and function
  • Integrates social, economic, and environmental factors (for example, community recycling programs, water conservation efforts) that facilitate outreach to community leaders and adoption of common sustainability priorities for the area of responsibility
  • Develops programs and strategies to champion and support the grass roots process and Associate ideas and feedback throughout the year
  • Focuses on increasing Associate engagement through the year and supports Managers in achieving expected outcomes from action plans implemented based on Associate Opinion Survey results
  • Analyzes and identifies business issues adversely affecting Associate health and well-being, and develops programs to eliminate or minimize their negative impact
  • Contributes to the culture by identifying and implementing specific practices that will encourage Associates to continually improve their performance
  • Creates forums throughout the year that encourage sharing of information and evaluates this information to develop processes and improvements to promote Associate engagement and organizational success.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field (e.g., Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Financial Management, Production/Operations Management)
  • 4 years experience in a senior management role in an operations/distribution/logistics environment, supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing managers/supervisors; managing workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of employees facility-wide
  • Experience developing and managing budgets, managing P&L, developing manpower forecasts, monitoring regulatory compliance, and analyzing financial/operational data

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 retail locations 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, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, such as pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$5.5B

Headquarters

Bentonville, Arkansas

Founded

1962

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with IBM enhances last-mile delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • $1.3 billion investment in Chile expands physical retail presence in South America.
  • Integration with Logicbroker boosts e-commerce capabilities for seamless seller integration.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Amazon could impact grocery market share.
  • Rising U.S. labor costs may affect profit margins.
  • Consumer preference for local products challenges Walmart's global supply chain.

What makes Walmart unique

  • Walmart's omnichannel approach integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
  • The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
  • Walmart's global presence allows it to leverage international markets effectively.

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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

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