(USA) Senior Manager, Operations

Walmart - Internal; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart seeks a Senior Manager, Operations to lead complex projects, manage timelines and resources, and deliver data-driven improvements across the fulfillment transformation. The role collaborates with Product, Pricing, Walmart+, Merchandising, Network, and Finance teams to drive cost reductions and efficiency while overseeing budgets and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits include medical, vision, dental, 401(k), stock purchase, and extensive PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations, or related field and 3 years’ experience in operations, project management, or related area OR 5 years’ experience in operations, project management, or related area.
• 1 year’s supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage project work streams, ensuring timely execution and successful implementation of operational initiatives.
• Analyze data to identify trends, provide insights, and develop actionable recommendations aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to design and improve processes that enhance business efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee budget management, approve expenditures, and develop contingency plans to address escalated issues.
• Lead the development and enhancement of operational tools and reporting systems to support business needs.
• Mentor and develop team members, establish performance expectations, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating current programs and implementing innovative solutions to meet strategic goals.

Skills

Operations management

Project management

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations, or related field

Job description

Location: United States

Position Summary...

Role summary: The Senior Manager, Operations leads the execution of complex projects and programs by managing timelines, resources, and performance standards to ensure successful implementations. This role provides data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to enhance business efficiency and operational effectiveness. Collaborating cross-functionally, the position drives process improvements, innovation, and cost reduction initiatives while overseeing budget management and stakeholder engagement. The Senior Manager also fosters team development through coaching and performance management, upholding company values and compliance to deliver consistent business results aligned with organizational goals. About the team: The team leads Walmart’s fulfillment transformation by driving strategic program management and data-driven decisions to enhance customer experience. It manages initiatives across speed, assortment, pricing, and recovery through collaboration with Product, Pricing, Walmart+, Merchandising, Network, Operations, Analytics, and Finance teams. Focused on identifying challenges, designing tests, and scaling solutions, the team ensures alignment with Walmart’s objectives via effective stakeholder engagement, financial oversight, and business operations. This environment fosters innovation and operational excellence, delivering impactful, scalable results that support Walmart’s commitment to continuous improvement and business efficiency.

What you'll do...

• Direct and manage project work streams, ensuring timely execution and successful implementation of operational initiatives.
• Analyze data to identify trends, provide insights, and develop actionable recommendations aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to design and improve processes that enhance business efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee budget management, approve expenditures, and develop contingency plans to address escalated issues.
• Lead the development and enhancement of operational tools and reporting systems to support business needs.
• Mentor and develop team members, establish performance expectations, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating current programs and implementing innovative solutions to meet strategic goals.

What you'll bring...

• Proven expertise in operations and project management with the ability to lead complex initiatives and manage multiple work streams.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to develop and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets, approve expenditures, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication skills to facilitate stakeholder engagement and drive successful project execution.

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 . 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 $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

• Stock

Minimum Qualifications...

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

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations , or related field and 3 years’ experience in operations, project management, or related area OR 5 years’ experience in operations, project management, or related area. 1 year’s supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Leadership of cross-functional task forces or projectsMasters, Masters: Operations ManagementProject Management - Project Management Professional - Certification

Primary Location...

1601 SE 10th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, 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.