2026 Intern Conversion: Area Manager - Floor (Grocery)

Walmart; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and stock purchase

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart in Opelika, AL is seeking a capable supervisor to implement business plans, manage staffing and scheduling, and drive productivity in a fast-paced logistics environment. This role emphasizes people development, process adherence, and effective communication with customers, suppliers, and associates.

You will monitor performance, ensure quality and safety, and mentor associates while aligning with Walmart policies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Associate’s Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field and 1 year supervisory experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field OR 1 year Walmart Logistics Management experience OR 2 years Walmart Logistics experience OR 2 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with or to individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing (customers, suppliers, associates).
• Implement the business plan for area of responsibility by communicating goals and managing staffing and scheduling, assigning duties and coordinating workloads to achieve facility goals (production, quality, safety).
• Monitor and manage productivity of area of responsibility by preparing, reviewing, and/or analyzing business reports.
• Maintain quality and safety standards by ensuring associates are trained on logistics policies and procedures, monitoring compliance, distributing procedures and supporting documentation.
• Identify associate, customer, and/or supplier concerns by listening and determining corrective action or recommendations to resolve.
• Supervise and develop associates and leaders by assigning duties, coordinating workloads, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Scheduling

Education

Associate’s Degree in Business/Logistics/related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Logistics/related field

Tools

Walmart Logistics Systems

Job description

Position Summary…

What you’ll do…

MUST HAVE COMPLETED A SUMMER 2026 WALMART OR SAMS CLUB INTERNSHIP TO BE ELIGIBLE. IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE.
Communicate with or to individuals or groups verbally andor in writing eg customers suppliers associates
Implement the business plan for area of responsibility by communicating goals and managing staffing and scheduling assigning duties and coordinating workloads in order to achieve facility goals eg production quality safety
Monitor and manage productivity of area of responsibility by preparing reviewing andor analyzing business reports
Maintain quality and safety standards in area of responsibility by ensuring associates are trained on Logistics and company policies standards and procedures monitoring associate compliance to policies and procedures distributing and maintaining procedures and supporting documentation
Identify associate customer andor supplier concerns by listening consulting with others when needed to determine corrective action to take or make recommendations in order to resolve
Supervise and develop associates and leaders in area of responsibility by assigning duties and coordinating workloads monitoring performance and providing feedback teaching supporting and modeling Logistics and company policies and procedures identifying training and development needs and participating in the hiring promotion coaching teaching and evaluation of associates and leaders

Respect the Individual: Builds highperforming teams embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where associates feel seen supported and connected through a culture of belonging creates opportunitiesfor all associatesto thrive and performx000B
Respect the Individual: Works collaboratively builds strong and trusting relationships communicates with impact energy and positivity to motivate and influencex000B
Respect the Individual: Attracts and retains the best talent empowers and develops talent and recognizes others contributions and accomplishments

Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture holds oneself and others accountable supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers members and the world around useg creating a sense of belonging eliminating waste participating in local giving

Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble selfaware honest fair and transparent

Serve Our Customers and Members Delivers results while putting the customer first considers and adapts to how where and when customers shop and applies the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans

Serve Our Customers and Members Makes decisions based on data insights and analysis balances short and longterm prioritiesand considers our customers fellow associates shareholders suppliers business partners and communities when making plans

Strive for Excellence:Displays curiosity and a desire to learn takes calculated risks demonstrates courage and resilience and encourages learning from mistakes

Strive for Excellence:Drives continuous improvements adopts and encourages the use of newtechnologies and skills and supports others through change

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 $65,500.00 - $98,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

• Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
• Stock

Minimum Qualifications…

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:Associate’s Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field and 1 year supervisory experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field OR 1 year Walmart Logistics Management experience OR 2 years Walmart Logistics experience OR 2 years supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications…

Microsoft Office, Supervising Associates, Walmart Logistics Systems

Bachelors: Business, Bachelors: Logistics

Primary Location…

2701 ANDREWS RD, OPELIKA, AL 36801-9543, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.