Senior Manager, Automation Engineering

Walmart

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Work type: On-site
Location: Bentonville, AR
Salary: $110,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Similar $175k

This role $165k

$97k most similar roles pay here $233k

This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $146,500–$204,462 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $165k versus about $175k for comparable roles.

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About Walmart

Walmart Inc. is the world''s largest retailer by revenue, operating a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, as well as a growing e-commerce presence through Walmart.com. Industry: General Merchandise & Grocery Retail

Walmart currently has 290 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $110,000–$220,000 across 282 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Manager, Automation Engineering

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As a Senior Manager in Automation Engineering at Walmart, you will lead the design, integration, and continuous improvement of automation systems within supply chain operations, focusing on less-than-case pack processes. You will collaborate with internal and external software teams to ensure timely delivery of functionality while utilizing data analysis tools to inform strategic decisions. Your responsibilities include managing project timelines, risks, and resources for successful implementation, driving continuous improvement through workflow analysis, and overseeing financial evaluations to meet ROI targets. The role requires expertise in automation system design, SCADA systems, mechatronics principles, and process improvement methodologies, as well as strong project management skills and proficiency with data visualization tools. This position plays a crucial role in transforming Walmart’s distribution network by enhancing efficiency across all ambient distribution centers and stores.

Skills

Python SQL Tableau Jira Terraform AWS Kubernetes CI/CD SCADA PostgreSQL Docker Prometheus Grafana Git Agile Lean Six Sigma

What you'll do

Lead design, integration, and optimization of automation systems for operational efficiency.
Utilize data analysis tools to develop insights informing strategic decisions.
Manage project timelines, risks, and resources for successful automation initiative implementation.
Collaborate cross-functionally to identify automation opportunities and resolve technical challenges.
Oversee financial evaluations to ensure automation projects meet ROI targets.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience in automation system design, integration, and control system development.
Proficiency in data analysis, statistical methods, and visualization tools for strategic decision-making.
Strong project management skills with expertise in risk assessment and cross-functional collaboration.
Expertise in process improvement methodologies to optimize workflows and drive operational excellence.
Knowledge of SCADA systems and mechatronics principles relevant to supply chain automation.

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