Asset Protection Operations Lead - Returns Center

Walmart; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart is seeking an Operations Manager, Asset Protection, to lead safety, security, investigations, compliance, and emergency preparedness for a high-volume returns operation in the United States.

As a key partner to operations leadership, you will drive performance, protect people and assets, and influence facility-wide outcomes in a fast-paced supply chain environment. This role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in Retail, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field with 1 year Asset Protection experience, or 3 years Asset Protection experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety, security, compliance, and asset protection programs across a high-volume returns operation.
• Conduct and oversee investigations related to theft, inventory loss, workplace incidents, and policy violations.
• Partner with operations leaders to identify risks, implement solutions, and build a culture of safety and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company standards through audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Support emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity efforts while driving continuous improvement across the facility.

Skills

Leadership

Asset protection

OSHA knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

OneDrive

Job description

Walmart is seeking an Operations Manager, Asset Protection, to lead safety, security, investigations, compliance, and emergency preparedness for a high-volume returns operation in the United States.

As a key partner to operations leadership, you will drive performance, protect people and assets, and influence facility-wide outcomes in a fast-paced supply chain environment. This role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration.