(USA) Manager II, Process Engineer - Supply Chain

Wal-Mart Stores East • Hermiston, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position leads process improvement tools and methods such as 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and time and motion studies to eliminate losses within a Distribution Center, adhering to the Network Process Structure and Walmart Performance System (WPS) programs. The role involves delivering expected functional area results through Key Performance Indicator (KPI) analysis, loss elimination, and creating standard work to reduce process variation. The Manager II will also assist with the review and response of process improvement projects owned by area managers, apply new network One Best Way playbooks, and provide input to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams on project ideation and replication opportunities. Additionally, the role involves leading savings projects within the area of responsibility by removing loss from the process, promoting company policies and values, and supporting the tactical deployment of the WPS program methodology. The position manages project execution for top losses in the functional area, assists in building the capability of other area managers and associates, and supports area loss profile analysis and performance metrics. A key aspect is developing gap analysis to support WPS integration and supporting Department Managers with WPS programs, projects, associate engagement, and KPI improvements. The role also requires coordinating, completing, and overseeing job-related activities by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, supporting plans and initiatives to meet customer and business needs, identifying and communicating goals, building accountability, measuring progress, identifying improvement opportunities, and demonstrating adaptability and promoting continuous learning. Finally, the position involves providing supervision and development opportunities for associates through hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, providing recognition, and promoting a belonging mindset, while ensuring compliance with company policies and supporting the company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field
• 3 years’ experience in Process Improvement
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Analytical skills
• Process or Value Stream Simulation knowledge
• Demonstrated project ownership resulting in sustainable, long-term savings

Nice To Haves

• Process Improvement experience in a Total Performance Management (or related program) environment
• Six Sigma - Certification

Responsibilities

• Leads Process Improvement tools and methods (e.g., 5S, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, time and motion studies) to eliminate losses in a Distribution Center.
• Delivers expected functional area results through KPI analysis, loss elimination, and creating standard work.
• Assists with the review and response of process improvement projects owned by area managers.
• Applies new network One Best Way playbooks and provides input to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams.
• Leads savings projects within the area of responsibility by taking loss out of the process.
• Promotes and supports company policies, initiatives, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity.
• Assists with the tactical deployment of the WPS program methodology.
• Manages project execution of top losses in the functional area.
• Assists in building the capability of other area managers and associates.
• Supports area loss profile analysis and performance metrics.
• Develops gap analysis to support WPS integration.
• Supports Department Managers with WPS programs, projects, associate engagement, and KPI improvements.
• Coordinates, completes, and oversees job-related activities and assignments by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
• Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates by hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, providing recognition, and promoting a belonging mindset.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Performance-based bonus awards
• Medical coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• 401(k)
• Stock purchase
• Company-paid life insurance
• PTO (including sick leave)
• Parental leave
• Family care leave
• Bereavement leave
• Jury duty leave
• Voting leave
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates, covering tuition, books, and fees for programs ranging from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates)

What This Job Offers

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