(USA) Assistant General Manager II

Walmart • Porterville, CA

6d • $116,000 - $174,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant General Manager, Transportation supports the leadership, direction, and execution of Walmart transportation operations within a distribution network. The role helps ensure safe, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective freight movement while delivering service to stores, clubs, customers, and supply chain partners. Working closely with the General Transportation Manager, this leader supports transportation planning, fleet readiness, safety, compliance, associate development, and continuous improvement. The role uses data, technology, and cross-functional partnerships to optimize network performance, improve service levels, and support Walmart's supply chain strategy.

The position leads and supports transportation operations, fleet readiness, exception management, operational excellence, safety and compliance, talent development, strategic partnerships, and sustainability initiatives. It involves working with distribution centers, maintenance, store operations, carriers, providers, and home office teams to maintain service and operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field and 2 years of experience in a senior management role within operations, distribution, supply chain, or retail; or 4 years of experience in a senior management role in an operations, distribution, supply chain, or retail environment.
• Experience leading transportation, logistics, supply chain, distribution, or fleet operations.
• Experience managing leaders and associates in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience using operational and financial metrics to drive business performance.
• Experience managing safety, compliance, and workforce initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in large-scale transportation operations or private fleet environments.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation compliance requirements.
• Experience with transportation management systems, routing systems, and fleet operations.
• Experience implementing Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and change management initiatives.
• Business - International.
• Developing and maintaining critical external relationships.
• Food safety experience.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Experience managing Fresh or Dry Grocery.
• Master's degree in Business or Supply Chain.
• Project Management Professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day transportation operations to achieve on-time delivery and business objectives.
• Lead teams responsible for transportation planning, dispatch, routing, driver support, and freight movement.
• Monitor operational performance and service metrics and implement strategies to improve efficiency and customer outcomes.
• Partner with Distribution Centers, Fleet Maintenance, Store Operations, and Home Office teams on network priorities and operational readiness.
• Maximize fleet availability, utilization, and reliability; partner with maintenance teams on preventive maintenance programs.
• Monitor equipment performance, improve asset productivity, reduce downtime, and assist with fleet planning involving company-owned, leased, and third-party resources.
• Support initiatives to optimize total cost of ownership and equipment lifecycle management.
• Analyze transportation, operational, and financial data; monitor KPIs and execute action plans to improve performance.
• Support implementation of digital tools, automation, predictive analytics, and emerging technologies, partnering with Technology, Analytics, and Supply Chain teams.
• Assist in managing disruptions, service failures, weather events, and operational escalations; support contingency planning and business continuity.
• Coordinate functional resources and lead transportation exception resolution to maintain service commitments and minimize impacts to stores and customers.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, cost management, service, and quality using root cause analysis and problem-solving tools.
• Implement transportation best practices and Walmart's One Best Way standards; ensure adherence to SOPs and operational expectations.
• Champion safety for associates, drivers, contractors, and business partners, and ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable requirements.
• Support accident prevention, risk mitigation, audit readiness, and compliance initiatives; lead incident investigations and corrective actions as needed.
• Lead, coach, and develop transportation managers, supervisors, and associates; support engagement, accountability, inclusion, talent reviews, succession planning, workforce planning, and leadership development.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and support transportation provider, carrier, and supplier partnerships; participate in business reviews and performance management discussions.
• Assist with escalation management and issue resolution involving transportation service providers and identify opportunities to improve network service, efficiency, and collaboration.
• Promote sustainability goals through transportation efficiency, fuel reduction, operational optimization, waste reduction, and environmental performance; encourage associate participation and awareness of sustainable practices.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k).
• Stock purchase.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, and voting leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Company discounts.
• Military Leave Pay.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Live Better U education benefit, with tuition, books, and fees paid by Walmart.
• Performance-based bonus awards, including annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
• Stock may be included as additional compensation for certain positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager