USA) Senior Manager I, Operations Improvement, Facility - Searcy, AR

Position: (USA) Senior Manager I, Operations Improvement, Facility - Searcy, AR
Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

The Senior Manager I, Operations Improvement, Facility leads the execution of strategic business plans and process enhancements to optimize operational performance. This role involves managing multiple projects, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and fostering a high-performing team environment through coaching and development. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional partners to implement sustainable solutions, monitor key performance indicators, and ensure alignment with company policies and standards.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making, adaptability, and effective communication to support organizational goals and operational excellence within the facility.

About the team:

The Operations Improvement team drives facility efficiency and service quality by optimizing processes and managing change. Collaborating with cross-functional partners, the team identifies performance gaps, analyzes data, and implements scalable solutions aligned with strategic goals. They standardize best practices and build capabilities to ensure consistent operations across facilities. Focused on reducing delays, enhancing resource utilization, and strengthening execution, the team supports sustained performance improvements.

Their efforts advance key initiatives that improve daily operations and contribute to long-term success through continuous improvement and effective project implementation.

What you'll do:

* Lead execution of multiple business plans and projects by identifying operational needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to enhance performance.

* Supervise and develop associates through training, mentoring, performance management, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

* Evaluate and improve processes by analyzing data, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing sustainable solutions with cross-functional alignment.

* Manage project scopes, timelines, budgets, and deliverables while providing regular status updates to stakeholders.

* Drive behavior change and continuous improvement initiatives by partnering with teams to simplify processes and monitor program effectiveness.

* Ensure compliance with company policies and promote ethical standards across operations.

What you'll bring:

* Proven expertise in project management, including defining scope, establishing milestones, and managing budgets.

* Strong skills in process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.

* Experience leading change management initiatives and driving organizational culture transformation.

* Ability to analyze data for root cause identification and develop sustainable improvement solutions.

* Demonstrated capability in performance management, setting KPIs, and monitoring program effectiveness.

* Excellent communication skills to influence stakeholders and foster collaboration across teams.

* Commitment to integrity, ethical standards, and supporting continuous learning and development.

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  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.

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The annual salary range for this position is $ - $ 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 Business or related field and 3 years' experience in retail operations, content…