(USA) Senior Manager I, Import Operations - Market Dray Manager

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:
The Senior Manager I, Import Operations - Market Dray Manager, leads the execution of import supply chain initiatives by managing container movements, ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role oversees service provider performance, develops business plans, and drives continuous improvement to meet operational and financial goals. The position also involves mentoring associates, fostering a team-oriented environment, and maintaining effective communication with key stakeholders to support efficient and cost-effective import operations aligned with company standards and objectives.
About the team:
The Global Logistics Destination Operations team manages the end-to-end supply chain, ensuring efficient merchandise flow through distribution networks and fulfillment centers. Collaborating with internal and external partners, the team addresses operational challenges, enhances processes, and upholds company standards. Utilizing data analysis, they optimize network efficiency to support sales, inventory, and profitability objectives. The team leads performance management, drives continuous improvement, and fosters accountability and integrity. Their dedicated efforts ensure seamless supply chain execution aligned with Walmart’s commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
What you'll do:

• Drive execution of multiple business plans by identifying operational needs, developing priorities, and removing obstacles to enhance performance.
• Supervise and develop associates through training, mentoring, performance evaluations, and coaching to build a collaborative team environment.
• Manage movement of over 80,000 containers by coordinating with merchants, customs, and transportation managers to ensure delivery compliance.
• Oversee port and service provider compliance, collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain regulatory standards and process control.
• Analyze financial results of service providers, develop cost reduction solutions, and manage invoice approvals up to $200 million annually.
• Maintain and enhance container visibility tools, train users, and implement system updates across markets.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience managing complex import operations and supply chain projects with a focus on execution and performance improvement.
• Strong leadership skills in supervising, mentoring, and developing teams to achieve operational goals and maintain high performance standards.
• Expertise in managing port and service provider compliance, including regulatory requirements and contract deliverables.
• Ability to analyze financial results, develop cost reduction strategies, and manage profit and loss for assigned facilities.
• Proficiency in coordinating cross-functional teams and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated adaptability, problem-solving skills, and commitment to continuous learning and process enhancement.

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 $104,000.00 - $156,000.00 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.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, transportation, logistics, or related area and 2 years’ experience in supply chain management or related area.
Option 2: 4 years’ experience in supply chain management or related area.
1 year experience with word processing or database applications (e.g., MS-Office, Excel, Access).
2 years’ supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Master's degree in business or related field

Primary Location...

4554 OSCAR NELSON JR DR, BAYTOWN, TX 77523-2072, 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.