Senior Analyst, Supply Chain Management

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

1d•$60,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Analyst, Supply Chain Management, plays a critical role in supporting Walmart's refrigerated inbound transportation network through real-time operational execution, transportation planning, exception management, and continuous improvement. This position serves as a key decision-maker responsible for resolving transportation issues, recovering at-risk freight, optimizing load execution, and supporting service to Grocery Distribution Centers. The role provides critical weekend operational coverage for the network and combines operational judgment, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to improve service, cost, inventory flow, and product quality while supporting strategic supply chain objectives. Our team manages Walmart’s refrigerated inbound transportation network, ensuring fresh and frozen products reach Grocery Distribution Centers safely, on time, and in the condition expected by our stores and customers. Collaborating with carriers, suppliers, distribution centers, and procurement partners, we identify and resolve obstacles affecting freight flow. Through real-time issue resolution, transportation planning, data analysis, and continuous improvement, we address exceptions and recover at-risk shipments. Combining operational execution with strategic problem solving, the team drives service, cost, inventory flow, and product quality improvements. This collaborative effort supports product availability and quality for stores and customers across the supply chain.

Requirements

Ability to make sound operational decisions while balancing service, cost, inventory flow, and product quality
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paste environment and adapt to changing business needs
Experience collaborating across transportation, supply chain, operations, suppliers, carriers, and other business partners
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience using data and operational metrics to improve performance and driven results
Ownership mindset, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently, including regular weekend coverage
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field OR 2 years’ experience in logistics, distribution, transportation, or related area.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Office
Retail Operations
Transportation
Masters: Business
Masters: Logistics
Masters: Supply Chain

Responsibilities

Provide critical weekend operational coverage, ensuring freight continues to move safely and efficiently
Monitor and resolve transportation exceptions, utilizing operational tools, ticket management systems, and cross functional partnerships to minimize service disruptions
Make operational decisions regarding carrier assignment, load routing, scheduling adjustments, load optimization, recovery actions, and transportation execution.
Coordinate with carriers, suppliers, DCs, replenishment teams, and internal stakeholders to recover at-risk freight and remove barriers impacting product flow
Analyze trends to identify root causes, improve execution, and prevent recurring issues
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service, reduce waste, lower cost, and improve overall performance.