Senior Manager, Program Management- WFM Labor Gene...

Senior Manager, Program Management- WFM Labor Generation

  • Location BENTONVILLE, AR
  • Career Area Project and Program Management - PMO
  • Job Function Program Management
  • Employment Type Regular/Permanent
  • Position Type Salary
  • Requisition WD2190870

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Position Summary...

What you'll do...

What You’ll Do:

This role is responsible for the labor generation allocation and design. This will involve overseeing multiple departments within Walmart stores to ensure the departments have proper guidance and are developing and maintaining business rules to best support stores.

Support the development and execution of long-term workforce strategies, aligning labor allocation with company goals, budget constraints, and operational needs.

Provides support by analyzing business objectives and customer needs; developing, communicating, building support for, and implementing business strategies, plans, and practices; analyzing costs and forecasts and incorporating them into business plans; evaluating operational processes; measuring outcomes to ensure desired results; identifying and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; promoting a customer environment; and demonstrating adaptability and sponsoring continuous learning.

Support in the management of the labor generation budget allocations; ensuring that labor costs are in line with financial goals and targets. Track and report on key financial metrics related to labor costs, productivity, and efficiency, and recommend adjustments to senior management to meet budgetary constraints.

Support the continuous improvement of workforce management processes, including methodologies to drive efficiency or increase employee satisfaction. Stay current on industry best practices, emerging trends, and technologies to ensure the organization is using the most effective systems for scheduling, labor analytics, and labor generation.

Ensure that labor management practices comply with all local, state, and federal labor laws, as well as any union agreements or contractual obligations. Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to labor shortages, workforce imbalances, or compliance issues.

Support the culture of adaptability within the workforce management team to support organizational changes and respond to shifting business needs.

Work closely with HR, Operation, and cross functional teams to address workforce concerns related to scheduling, work-life balance, and other factors that impact employee satisfaction. Monitor employee engagement metrics related to workforce scheduling and allocation, and work proactively to improve store morale and retention rates.

Support the environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices; developing consequences for violations or non-compliance; and supporting the Open Door Policy.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, industrial engineering, or relevant experience

  • 5-7+ years of experience in WFM/HCM/WL/WLM or other relevant platforms in Retail or Supply Chain

  • Experience with labor management, forecasting, scheduling, budgeting, payroll, and task management systems

  • Knowledge of core IE principles, including Labor Standards, MOST, time studies helpful

  • Demonstrates Excel-based abilities, including data analysis and data manipulation techniques in support of translating client data into system requirements

Nice-to-Have’s:

• 3-5+ years’ experience in Workforce Management Solutions

• Retail-related experience

• Familiarity with business intelligence platforms and solutions

• Developing knowledge of change management principles and ability to create influence in implementing recommended solutions

• Demonstrates initiative, responsibility, analytical thinking, and efficient problem-solving skills

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.

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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.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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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.

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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.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00-$155,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- 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.

2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.
3 years’ experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field and 4 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Managing a budget, profit and loss statement, or relate financial process, Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field like (not limited to) project management, compliance, operations management, or related area, Project Management Certification

Primary Location...

2501 Se J St, Ste A, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America

About Walmart

At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability—and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries—all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?

Walmart Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while welcoming all people.
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All the benefits you need for you and your family

  • Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents
  • Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Parental Leave
  • Pay during military service
  • Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental
  • Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth

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 specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.

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