Position Summary...What you'll do...Role summary: The (USA) Manager, Automation Engineering leads the design, integration, and continuous improvement of automation systems within the supply chain. This role leverages advanced data analysis and project management to optimize operational efficiency and drive technology adoption. The manager collaborates cross-functionally to develop business cases, oversee implementation plans, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Strong communication skills are essential to influence stakeholders and present insights. This position supports the advancement of automation initiatives while fostering a culture of operational excellence and innovation.
About the team: Our team drives the expansion of automation by increasing eligible items and volume through automated channels. We deliver actionable insights and data visibility to operations and leadership, supporting informed strategic decisions. Emphasizing advanced analytical skills, we ensure investments in automation and new capabilities translate into measurable benefits. The team collaborates across functions to optimize processes, leveraging data analysis, project management, and continuous improvement methodologies. Focused on operational excellence, we enable effective integration of automation technologies to enhance supply chain performance and support the company's strategic goals.
What you'll do: - Lead the design, integration, and implementation of automation systems to enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Analyze data to develop insights, test hypotheses, and influence strategic decisions using advanced analytics and visualization tools.
- Manage multiple projects, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and resolve technical challenges.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by applying Lean Six Sigma principles to optimize processes and workflows.
- Document project plans, status reports, and integration tests to maintain clear communication and project transparency.
What you'll bring: - Proven experience in automation system design, integration, and project management within supply chain or engineering environments.
- Strong proficiency in data analysis and advanced analytics to drive strategic decisions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to apply continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen.
- Effective communication skills to present insights, influence stakeholders, and collaborate cross-functionally.
- Knowledge of process flow design, operational excellence, and engineering economics to support business case development.
- Capability to manage multiple projects, document implementation plans, and measure project performance.
- Experience mentoring and developing team members to foster talent growth and operational success.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 2 years' experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area. Option 2: 4 years'
experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Masters: Computer Engineering
Primary Location...805 Respect, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America
