(USA) Operations Manager, Asset Protection - DC/FC - Grocery

Walmart•Sterling, IL

4d•$84,000 - $126,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a key leader in Walmart’s grocery distribution network, you will champion asset protection strategies and operational excellence across our distribution centers. Your focus will be on safeguarding people, property, and products—ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our grocery supply chain from warehouse to store.

Requirements

Data Collection & Analysis: Expertise in gathering and analyzing data to identify risks and drive improvements in grocery distribution operations.
Data Visualization & Governance: Proficiency in creating dashboards and ensuring data quality for decision-making.
Operational Excellence: Experience in process improvement and operational efficiency, especially in high-volume, perishable product environments.
Asset Protection: Strong knowledge of asset protection, investigations, and security best practices within distribution or logistics settings.
Collaborative Communication: Excellent communication, presentation, and feedback skills, with the ability to engage and influence cross-functional teams.
2 years' experience in Retail, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing environment.
Option 1: Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Occupational Safety Management, Audit, or related field;, AND 1 years' experience in the field of Asset Protection, Audit, Investigations, or Environmental, Health and Safety within Supply Chain, Retail, and Manufacturing, or related field.
Option 2: 3 years' experience in the field of Asset Protection, Audit, Investigations, Safety or Environmental, Health and Safety within Supply Chain, Retail, Manufacturing, or related field.

Nice To Haves

1 or More Certifications such as Loss Prevention Certification (LPC), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Associate Safety Professional; Certified Safety Professional; or Non-degreed certifications Certified Safety Manager; or related.
Microsoft Office Suite; SharePoint and OneDrive

Responsibilities

Leverage Data & Technology: Use analytics and technology to identify risks, analyze causes, and implement solutions that improve asset protection and operations. Develop dashboards to inform stakeholders.
Drive Business Solutions: Recommend and implement strategies for inventory, cold chain, and product integrity challenges. Build business cases supporting Walmart’s grocery goals and cost savings.
Ensure Compliance: Support food safety and environmental audits. Enforce policies to meet regulations and integrate best practices.
Ensure Employee Health & Safety: Oversee health and safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA and food safety standards. Coordinate emergency response plans and educate associates on workplace hazards.
Drive Process Improvement: Define and refine critical workflows, focusing on efficiency, safety, and product quality. Coach team members in process improvement methodologies to promote continuous improvement.
Maintain Operational Excellence: Update and improve SOPs and OBW processes. Identify ways to streamline and boost efficiency.
Enhance Asset Protection: Lead investigations into security incidents and shrinkage. Implement access controls and loss prevention for grocery logistics.
Collaborate & Communicate: Work with teams and leadership to ensure clear communication and effective teamwork. Present information clearly to all audiences.
Influence & Improve: Guide adoption of best practices in safety and asset protection. Provide and seek feedback for continuous improvement.