Transportation Operations Leader: Drive Efficiency & Growth

Walmart; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 116,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance bonuses

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) and stock purchase

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a General Transportation Manager in Harrisonville, MO to lead transportation operations within a Walmart distribution facility. You will drive service, safety, and cost efficiency while building high-performing teams and managing budgets.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, KPI-driven improvements, and effective collaboration with cross-functional partners to ensure reliable freight movement and business continuity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading transportation, logistics, supply chain, or distribution operations.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and develop frontline leaders.
• Strong financial, analytical, and operational management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily transportation operations to ensure service, safety, and productivity goals are achieved.
• Develop and execute strategic plans that improve transportation efficiency and optimize operational performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators and adjust operational priorities to meet business objectives.
• Balance inbound and outbound freight demands while maintaining service expectations.
• Manage facility budgets, expenses, and asset utilization to support financial performance goals.
• Analyze business reports, operational data, and metrics to identify opportunities and implement improvements.
• Evaluate existing programs, processes, and initiatives to improve efficiency, service, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead multiple business initiatives and projects while ensuring successful execution and results.
• Partner with the Transportation Command Center, distribution centers, and transportation offices to maintain freight flow during emergencies or disruptions.
• Identify alternative transportation resources and routing solutions to support business continuity.
• Coordinate response efforts to ensure critical freight reaches impacted areas safely and efficiently.
• Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and develop transportation associates and leaders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning.
• Set performance expectations, provide coaching and feedback, and recognize individual and team accomplishments.
• Create development opportunities that support career growth and succession planning.
• Address escalated associate, driver, customer, and supplier concerns by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Collaborate across functions to remove operational barriers and enhance performance.
• Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to support transportation objectives.
• Promote compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead a culture focused on safety, ethics, integrity, and operational excellence.
• Ensure associates receive the training and resources necessary to perform their work safely and effectively.
• Support Walmart's Open Door process and maintain a respectful, inclusive workplace.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Analytical skills

Operational management

Multiple priorities

Continuous improvement

Communication & collaboration

Safety & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Walmart is seeking a General Transportation Manager in Harrisonville, MO to lead transportation operations within a Walmart distribution facility. You will drive service, safety, and cost efficiency while building high-performing teams and managing budgets.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, KPI-driven improvements, and effective collaboration with cross-functional partners to ensure reliable freight movement and business continuity.