Supply Chain Manager - Walmart & Sam's Club

The Bluebird Group•Bentonville, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We're The Bluebird Group - we're an omnichannel commerce partner that helps brands grow across every retail and digital channel. We sit at the intersection of retail, eCommerce, media, and data. We help brands show up wherever their customers are (Target, Amazon, Walmart, Costco, Kroger, social commerce like TikTok, and beyond) and drive real sales growth. We're not just strategists - we're a hands-on team of experienced retail operators who execute across everything from retail media and creative to data, insights, and full go-to-market strategy. The result: we simplify what's become a really complex retail landscape and help brands scale faster and smarter. We're looking for a Supply Chain Manager to lead day-to-day supply chain execution for a portfolio of Walmart and Sam's Club suppliers. This role serves as the primary operational lead between Walmart, our clients, and internal teams. You'll be responsible for forecasting demand, managing replenishment, improving in-stock performance, and driving operational excellence across the supply chain. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution. This person understands Walmart's supply chain ecosystem, proactively identifies risks, and works cross-functionally to deliver results. This position is based in Bentonville, Arkansas.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in supply chain, replenishment, inventory management, or retail operations
Experience supporting Walmart and/or Sam's Club accounts within a CPG company, brokerage, agency, or retail environment preferred
Proven experience managing demand forecasting, replenishment, inventory planning, and service-level performance
Experience managing Domestic and Direct Import purchase order processes
Experience working with cross-functional teams to solve operational challenges and improve performance
Strong understanding of Walmart supply chain processes, replenishment systems, and operational requirements
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations
Experience working with Walmart tools and reporting platforms such as Retail Link, Luminate, ASPEN, or similar systems preferred
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable balancing detailed execution with strategic problem-solving
Takes ownership and drives results
Identifies risks early and acts on them
Builds trust with clients, suppliers, Walmart partners, and internal teams
Thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment
Leads with accountability, follow-through, and a solutions-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

Own day-to-day Walmart and Sam's Club supply chain execution across a portfolio of client accounts
Partner with Walmart Replenishment teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support inventory flow, in-stock performance, and service-level execution
Monitor supply chain performance and proactively identify risks that could impact inventory, replenishment, or customer service
Ensure compliance with Walmart operational standards, scorecards, and replenishment requirements
Support successful product launches, transitions, and retailer initiatives through strong operational execution
Develop and manage demand forecasts using sales, inventory, order, and supplier performance data
Drive replenishment execution to support inventory health and service-level goals
Monitor and improve key performance metrics including in-stock, fill rate, OTIF, and inventory flow
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps and operational challenges
Anticipate supply chain risks related to promotions, seasonality, volume shifts, and supplier constraints
Manage Domestic and Direct Import purchase order activity, including PO creation, maintenance, tracking, and issue resolution
Coordinate with Walmart, suppliers, freight partners, and internal teams to ensure timely execution and communication
Maintain visibility into order status, delivery performance, and supply chain disruptions
Support issue escalation and resolution to minimize operational impact and improve performance
Analyze sales, inventory, order, and supplier data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Prepare operational reporting, forecasts, replenishment insights, fill rate recaps, and performance updates for clients and internal teams
Monitor items performing below Walmart growth and service-level expectations and recommend corrective actions
Translate performance data into actionable recommendations that improve execution and support account growth
Provide guidance on Walmart supply chain processes, tools, and best practices
Partner with sales, account management, operations, and supply chain teams to support client objectives and retailer requirements
Support supplier onboarding and program readiness activities, including freight terms, ship point setup, lead time validation, and system accuracy
Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure successful execution of new and existing programs
Participate in supplier reviews and ongoing operational business discussions
Help drive continuous improvement across processes, performance, and service levels
Manage recurring operational responsibilities, including weekly fill rate reporting and performance reviews
Prioritize workload based on business impact, customer service risk, and operational urgency
Identify issues early, escalate appropriately, and drive resolution through completion
Adapt quickly to changing priorities while managing multiple deadlines and stakeholder needs
Maintain a high level of accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail across all areas of responsibility