(USA) Senior Manager, Automation Engineering
About The Position
The Senior Manager, Automation Engineering, leads the design, integration, and continuous improvement of automation systems within supply chain operations. This role leverages advanced data analysis and project management to drive operational excellence and process enhancements. The position requires effective communication across teams and stakeholders to influence strategic decisions and ensure successful implementation of automation initiatives. The incumbent develops business cases, manages risks, and fosters collaboration to optimize technology adoption, supporting Walmart’s commitment to innovation and efficiency in a dynamic environment. The Automation Engineering Platform team drives the advancement of supply chain automation through centralized support. This team provides tactical assistance, deployable resources, and strategic planning for automation initiatives that span multiple teams or fall outside specific group scopes. By fostering collaboration and leveraging expertise in automation, data analysis, and project management, the team ensures seamless integration and continuous improvement of automation networks. Their efforts enable operational excellence and process optimization, supporting Walmart’s commitment to efficient, scalable supply chain solutions that meet evolving business needs.
Requirements
- Strong program management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
- Proven ability to manage end-to-end program delivery, including dependencies, risks, and stakeholder alignment
- Background in supply chain automation, engineering, or large-scale operational environments
- Experience developing and evaluating business cases, capital investments, and ROI
- Ability to translate data into actionable insights and influence strategic decisions
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences
- Familiarity with automation technologies, systems integration, or engineering concepts
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 4 years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
- 6 years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
- 2 years’ supervisory experience.
Nice To Haves
- Masters: Computer Engineering
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of automation systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Utilize data analysis tools to generate insights, influence strategic decisions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timely delivery.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to integrate automation technologies and resolve technical challenges.
- Develop and maintain documentation for automation processes, project plans, and performance metrics.
- Oversee financial analyses to evaluate automation investments and ensure return on investment.
- Mentor and guide team members to foster technical growth and operational excellence.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement
- Jury duty
- Voting
- 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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
