(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 influencing cross-functional teams through clear communication and strategic insights, ensuring alignment with business objectives. The successful candidate will oversee automation implementation, optimize workflows, and foster a culture of innovation and efficiency, contributing to Walmart’s commitment to delivering value and operational effectiveness across its facilities. The Senior Manager, Automation Engineering is part of the Walmart Supply Chain Fulfillment Innovation & Automation team. This team drives the deployment of advanced fulfillment center technologies to support Walmart’s long-term strategies. Members manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and communications with both external automation suppliers and internal partners. The team focuses on delivering impactful results through effective collaboration, process improvement, and operational excellence. Leveraging data analysis and project management skills, the team ensures seamless integration of automation solutions that enhance supply chain performance and support continuous innovation within Walmart’s fulfillment network.
Requirements
- Proven expertise in automation system design, integration, and troubleshooting within complex operational environments.
- Strong data analysis skills, utilizing tools to develop insights and influence strategic decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage risks, and deliver results aligned with business objectives.
- Experience in process improvement and operational excellence, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Proficient in interpreting and designing process flows and business logic to optimize supply chain operations.
- Effective communication skills to present complex information clearly and influence cross-functional teams.
- Solid understanding of engineering economics to evaluate automation investments and performance.
- 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 integration of automation systems to enhance operational efficiency and process improvement.
- Utilize data analysis tools to explore complex data, develop insights, and influence strategic decisions.
- Manage projects by planning, monitoring, and communicating progress while mitigating risks and ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and implement technology changes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing workflows and recommending optimized processes.
- Oversee financial evaluations of automation projects to ensure return on investment and operational excellence.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of learning and high performance.
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
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
