(USA) Area Manager - Transportation Office (transportation)

Walmart; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid leave

Health benefits

Job summary

Walmart is seeking an Area Manager for the Transportation Office in Auburn, IN to lead a dynamic team and optimize transportation services for timely deliveries. You will drive safety and quality while coordinating staffing, scheduling, and workload to meet facility goals.

You will analyze reports, train associates on logistics policies, and address concerns. Strong communication and leadership are essential, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1 year Walmart Logistics or 1 year transportation experience may substitute the degree.
• Strong leadership and ability to train, coach, and evaluate associates.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize transportation services to ensure timely delivery.
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, and associates effectively.
• Set area goals, manage staffing, scheduling, and workload planning.
• Review reports to manage productivity and ensure safety and quality.
• Address concerns and develop associates and leaders; participate in hiring and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Quality and safety

Education

Associate's degree in Business or Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do? Are you passionate about driving efficient transportation operations for the World's Largest Retailer? We are seeking an Area Manager for our Transportation Office to lead and optimize our transportation services, ensuring timely and safe delivery of goods. As an Area Manager - Transportation Office, you will lead a dynamic team to drive efficiency in our logistics operations and ensure the highest standards of quality and safety. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our supply chain and customer satisfaction. About Walmart Transportation: As a key member of Walmart Transportation, you will be part of a team dedicated to ensuring our supply chain runs smoothly and efficiently. Our transportation department plays a critical role in getting products from suppliers to distribution centers to stores and ultimately to our customers. This role will be instrumental in maintaining operational excellence and driving continuous improvement within our logistics network.

What You'll Do:

• You will effectively communicate with individuals or groups, including customers, suppliers, and associates.
• You will implement the business plan for your area by setting goals, managing staffing and scheduling, assigning duties, and coordinating workloads to meet facility goals in terms of production, quality, and safety.
• You will prepare, review, and analyze business reports to manage productivity.
• You will ensure associates are trained in logistics and company policies, monitor compliance, and maintain procedures and supporting documentation.
• You will address concerns from associates, customers, and suppliers by consulting others and making recommendations.
• You will supervise and develop associates and leaders, participate in hiring, promotion, coaching, teaching, and evaluation.
• You will ensure equipment availability for scheduled maintenance by coordinating with service shops and local offices.

What You'll Bring:

• You have exceptional communication skills to interact effectively with diverse groups.
• You possess strong leadership abilities to manage, support, and develop team members.
• You demonstrate analytical skills to review and act on business reports and productivity measures.
• You are committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• You can resolve complex issues by consulting with others and providing recommendations.
• You can drive continuous improvement and adapt to new technologies and changes.
• You have a background in transportation and logistics, with experience managing drivers and coordinating fleet operations.
• You understand the complexities of transportation scheduling and driver management, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries.

Benefits & Perks:

Benefits & Perks: Beyond a great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more. 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 Benefits And Eligibility, See One.Walmart.

Annual Salary Range:

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:

Associate's Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field OR 1 year Walmart Logistics experience OR 1 year transportation experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Office, Supervising Associates, Walmart
• Bachelors: Business, Bachelors: Logistics

Primary Location:

1729 STATE ROAD 8, AUBURN, IN 46706-9538, 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.