Senior Director, Distribution Center Operations

Walmart Inc.; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Live Better U education

Job summary

Sam's Club in Groveport, OH seeks a General Manager, Distribution Center to lead a large-scale operation focusing on safety, service, quality, and productivity. You will set the facility’s strategic direction, develop leaders, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced supply chain.

The role requires balancing operational excellence with talent development and financial stewardship while ensuring exceptional associate and customer experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; 3+ years senior management in operations/logistics/retail or 2 years as Walmart Logistics Assistant General Manager; or 5 years in a senior management role.

Responsibilities

• Lead all DC operations to meet safety, productivity, quality, service, and engagement goals.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to improve performance and drive results.
• Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team and foster accountability and inclusion.
• Oversee workforce planning, staffing strategies, and succession planning.
• Manage facility financial performance including budget oversight and asset utilization.
• Use data to identify opportunities, solve challenges, and improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with Walmart policies, safety and quality standards.

Skills

Large-scale operations leadership

Leadership development

Operations management

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

Change management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Management/Logistics/Business

Job description

R-2659035

$180,000 - $270,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

As a General Manager, Distribution Center, you will lead a large-scale operation responsible for delivering results across safety, service, quality, productivity, and associate engagement. You will set the strategic direction for the facility, develop high-performing leaders, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring an exceptional experience for associates and customers. This role requires a dynamic leader who can balance operational excellence, talent development, financial stewardship, and customer focus in a fast-paced, complex supply chain environment.

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

As a General Manager, Distribution Center, you will lead a large-scale operation responsible for delivering results across safety, service, quality, productivity, and associate engagement. You will set the strategic direction for the facility, develop high-performing leaders, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring an exceptional experience for associates and customers. This role requires a dynamic leader who can balance operational excellence, talent development, financial stewardship, and customer focus in a fast-paced, complex supply chain environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead all aspects of distribution center operations to achieve business goals related to safety, productivity, quality, service, and associate engagement.
• Develop and execute strategic plans that improve operational performance and drive long-term business results.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team while creating a culture of accountability, growth, and inclusion.
• Oversee workforce planning, staffing strategies, and succession planning to support current and future business needs.
• Manage facility financial performance, including budget oversight, asset utilization, and expense management.
• Leverage data and operational insights to identify opportunities, solve complex business challenges, and improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with Walmart policies, regulatory requirements, and company safety and quality standards.
• Foster a culture where associate safety, well-being, and development remain top priorities.
• Lead change initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency and customer outcomes.
• Serve as a champion for Walmart's values by supporting community involvement and building strong external partnerships.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience leading large-scale distribution, fulfillment, logistics, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing leaders and building high-performing teams.
• Experience managing operational and financial performance in a complex business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead through change while creating an inclusive and engaging workplace culture.

Our Leadership Expectations

• Build a high-performing teams where associates feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
• Lead with integrity, transparency, and accountability while modeling Walmart's values.
• Put the customer at the center of every decision and drive results that support business objectives.
• Foster innovation, continuous learning, and operational excellence throughout the facility.
• Inspire teams to embrace change and identify opportunities for improvement.

Why Sam's Club

At Sam's Club, you'll have the opportunity to lead at unmatched scale while helping millions of customers live better every day. We offer competitive compensation, performance-based incentives, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with company match, stock purchase programs, paid time off, parental leave, career development opportunities, and more. Join Sam's Club,and help shape the future of supply chain operations while developing the next generation of leaders.

At Sam's Club, 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, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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 .

- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

Live Better U is a company 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 $180,000.00 - $270,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location). At Sam's Club, 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, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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 .

- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
Live Better U is a company 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 $180,000.00 - $270,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location).

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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.

Bachelor's Degree in a related field (e.g., Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Financial Management, Production/Operations Management); and 3 years experience in a senior management role within an operations/distribution/logistics/retail environment, supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing managers/supervisors; managing workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of employees facility-wide OR 2 years experience as a Walmart Logistics Assistant General Manager supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing associates; managing associate workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of associates OR 5 years experience in a senior management role as an operations/distribution/logistics/retail environment, supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing managers/supervisors; managing workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of employees facility-wide.

Associates will be required to attend and successfully complete all job-required trainings and assessments (for example, Academy trainings, Open Door trainings, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain, Transportation and Logistics Management through Live Better U and Bellevue University, Both Bachelor's Degree in a related field (e.g., Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Financial Management, Production/Operations Management); and 4 years experience as a general manager with total facility responsibility in an operations/distribution/logistics environment, supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing employees; managing workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of employees, Developing and managing budgets, contracts, managing P&L, developing manpower forecasts, monitoring regulatory compliance, and analyzing financial/operational data., Experience as a Walmart Logistics Assistant General Manager supervising, evaluating, mentoring, and developing associates; managing associate workload; and participating in the hiring and promotion of associates, Senior-level experience managing multiple business types (e.g., Grocery, Hardlines, Apparel) within a warehouse or logistics network

Primary Location...

6198 GREEN POINTE DR. SOUTH, GROVEPORT, OH 43125-0000, United States of AmericaWalmart 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.

Walmart is 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.

Explore our benefits

Discount Card

Get 10% off

Sam's Club associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular-priced items and fresh produce in-store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Clear Pathways

Sam’s Club has invested in the next generation of talent through in-house training programs and community-based organizations that cultivate opportunities for everyone.

Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans.

Paid time off

Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

That’s just the beginning. We offer more perks specificto your work location and role.

At Sam’s Club, we’re dedicated to creating dynamic workplace where your ideas, background, and experiences are valued.

Our associates are at the heart of everything we do, driving meaningful connections with the communities we serve and delivering exceptional value to our members.

From our commitment to promoting from within to offering opportunities that help you grow your career; Sam’s Club is a place where your potential is nurtured.

Excited to be part of our journey? Apply now and start making your mark with Sam’s Club!

From our commitment to promoting from within to offering opportunities that help you grow your career; Sam’s Club is a place where your potential is nurtured. As part of our team, you’ll play a role in shaping exceptional experiences for our members in an environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

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