Area Manager - Transportation Office (Transportation) - Robinson, TX

Wal-Mart•Temple, TX

33d•$65,500 - $98,000•Onsite

About The Position

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. Join us at the ground floor of an exciting new startup operation in Robinson, TX! This role will begin in Temple, TX as we prepare our brand-new facility, then transition to our permanent site at 750 John Bowden Pkwy, Robinson, TX 76706. As an integral part of our launch team, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape processes, build a high-performing team, and make a lasting impact on Walmart's supply chain. 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:

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Office
Supervising Associates
Walmart
Bachelors: Business
Bachelors: Logistics

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

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 PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
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.