(USA) Senior Manager, Automation Engineering
About The Position
The Senior Manager, Automation Engineering leads the design, integration, and continuous improvement of supply-chain automation systems. The role uses data analysis and project management to optimize operational workflows, encourage technology adoption, and develop data-driven insights that support strategic decisions and business objectives. It manages complex projects and promotes operational excellence to improve efficiency and cost performance. The position is part of Walmart’s Accelerated Pickup & Delivery Assortment Strategy and Execution team, which develops assortment selection strategy and implements and optimizes automated solutions in store operations. The team collaborates with Product, Operations, Merchandising, and Replenishment to integrate existing processes with automation technologies and improve customer and associate experiences. The Senior Manager leads daily assortment execution, investigates challenges, and drives continuous improvement while supporting strategic alignment and compliance.
Requirements
- Strong analytical skills, including experience monitoring and analyzing business performance to identify root causes of issues.
- Subject matter expertise in supply-chain flows, store operations, or merchandising, and a solid understanding of assortment selection processes.
- Experience documenting and training on new processes and supporting change management.
- Track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business value.
- Experience using data analytics and AI/ML tools to solve problems and optimize processes.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information and gain alignment across multiple stakeholders.
- Innovative mindset and a continuous focus on improving processes and solving complex problems.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 4 years of experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area; alternatively, 6 years of experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
- 2 years of supervisory experience.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Computer Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Lead execution of the APD assortment strategy, monitoring and analyzing performance to identify and resolve issues.
- Document processes, train relevant stakeholders, and support change management as the program evolves.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the assortment using data analytics and identify new opportunities.
- Provide feedback on AI tool effectiveness and champion AI-driven processes.
- Ensure data quality for AI models, maintain transparency in AI-driven recommendations, and continuously upskill to maximize AI's value in assortment execution.
- Own and manage KPIs to evaluate execution initiatives and ensure alignment with broader business objectives.
- Lead the design, integration, and continuous improvement of supply-chain automation systems.
- Develop and present data-driven insights, manage complex projects, and foster operational excellence.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k).
- Stock purchase plan.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and voting leave.
- Short-term and 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 paid education benefit program, including tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs.
- Performance-based bonus awards.
- Stock may be included as additional compensation for certain positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
