(USA) General Manager I, Transportation Management

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Salary: $116k – $174k
Location: (USA) TX DESOTO 06904 DISPATCH TRUCKING, United States of America
Type: Full-time
Department: Management
Seniority: Manager
Education: Bachelor
Source: Workday

Description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

As a General Transportation Manager, you will lead transportation operations within a Walmart Supply Chain facility, ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely movement of freight while delivering exceptional service to stores, clubs, and customers. You will oversee operational performance, financial management, associate development, transportation strategy, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and belonging.

What You'll Do

Lead Transportation Operations

Direct day-to-day transportation activities for a transportation office or facility.
Ensure operational goals, service levels, safety expectations, and key performance indicators are achieved.
Balance inbound and outbound freight flows while optimizing resources and transportation capacity.
Partner with cross-functional teams to maintain efficient supply chain operations.

Drive Business Performance

Manage facility budgets, expenses, and asset utilization to support operational and financial goals.
Review and analyze business performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
Develop and execute business plans that support transportation and supply chain strategies.
Remove operational barriers and implement solutions that improve efficiency and service.

Lead During Critical Events

Partner with the Transportation Command Center and Emergency Operations teams to support business continuity during weather events, emergencies, and other disruptions.
Coordinate alternative transportation resources and routing solutions to ensure the continued flow of freight in affected regions.
Make strategic decisions regarding resource allocation during emergency situations.

Develop and Inspire Teams

Build, lead, and develop high-performing teams of associates and frontline leaders.
Provide coaching, mentoring, training, and performance feedback to support career growth and operational excellence.
Create a culture of belonging where associates feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
Support hiring, onboarding, succession planning, and talent development efforts.

Strengthen Business Relationships

Resolve escalated associate, driver, customer, and supplier concerns through effective problem solving and collaboration.
Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external service providers.
Communicate business priorities and operational expectations clearly and effectively.

Drive Continuous Improvement

Identify and implement opportunities to improve transportation efficiency, service, and cost performance.
Lead the adoption of new technology, systems, and processes that enhance operational effectiveness.
Utilize data and analytics to make informed business decisions and improve performance outcomes.
Champion a culture of innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

Experience leading transportation, logistics, supply chain, distribution, or fleet operations.
Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to develop teams and drive results.
Experience managing budgets, operational metrics, and performance goals.
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and effectively resolve complex operational challenges.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Experience leading through change in a fast-paced environment.

Walmart Leadership Expectations

At Walmart, we:

Respect the Individual by building inclusive, high-performing teams and creating opportunities for all associates to thrive.
Act with Integrity by doing the right thing, maintaining the highest ethical standards, and holding ourselves accountable.
Serve Our Customers and Members by delivering results and making decisions that support their needs.
Strive for Excellence by embracing innovation, driving continuous improvement, and pursuing growth opportunities every day.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on one of the world's largest transportation and supply chain networks while developing associates and delivering results that support millions of customers.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a 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.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $116,000.00 - $174,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor's degree in Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field and 3 years’ supervisory experience in a senior management role within an operation, distribution, supply chain, or retail environment OR 5 years’ supervisory experience in a senior management role in an operations, distribution, supply chain, or retail environment.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Developing and leveraging internal and external relationships, Developing and managing budgets, managing profit and loss, developing manpower forecasts, monitoring regulatory compliance, and analyzing financial/operational data., International business experience, Leading change initiatives in an operating environment., Managing operations within an Operations Excellence environment (for example, TPS, TPM, Lean) with responsibility for developing processes, implementing programs, and ensuring deployment and sustainability, Project Management certification., Senior-level managing multiple business types (for example, Grocery, Hardlines, Apparel) within a warehouse or supply chain network.

Primary Location...

830 E CENTRE PARK BLVD, DESOTO, TX 75115-2500, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Skills

ComplianceProject Management