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About the Team

As a part of the Walmart Supply Chain organization, you will contribute to the success of our Transportation Network! Why? Because Sam Walton founded our company with the belief that the customer is #1. It is not just a belief, but our way of doing business. With our Transportation Team at the forefront of retail transformation you can work on a team that is ultimately focused on delighting our customers, saving them both time and money in unexpected ways. As the biggest player in the game, we trust our associates to innovate the future of Supply Chain!

Centrally controlling master data, optimization configuration and automation for our best-in-class transportation management systems is critical to enabling the business to meet customer demand efficiently and effectively. This team is at the crossroads of operations and technology to optimize transportation shipments for the best cost and service. To do this, the team manages data, works with operations for improvement, and drives changes and enhancements to system configurations and optimization parameters.

If you are motivated by complex transportation challenges, this role is for you.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Analyst to join our Carrier Relations team. As a Senior Analyst, you will be responsible for the receipt and input of all documentation related to carrier onboarding, with a focus on reviewing prospective carriers for adherence to insurance and safety guidelines. Key responsibilities include aiding in the gathering of necessary items from carriers to expedite the onboarding process, ensuring all contract and insurance requirements are up-to-date and complete, and reviewing carrier applications for approval or denial based on insurance, safety, and operational standards. You will be part of a team that performs continuous monitoring on qualified carriers to ensure compliance with Walmart standards through a prescribed qualification process, while also building and maintaining ongoing relationships with carriers to drive external capacity growth.

Additionally, you will need to check internal and external carrier management systems for carrier qualifications and confer with Corporate Safety for all exceptions to policy. Furthermore, you will assist qualified small to mid-sized carriers in completing all necessary paperwork required to set up as an approved carrier and maintain the status of activity and documentation in the company's outsource capacity database, ensuring white glove onboarding through the use of documents and videos to ensure each carrier onboarded is successful. Strong interpersonal skills are crucial in this role, as you will be expected to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team, including those holding divergent and/or opposing views and goals. You should also possess the ability to lead and influence in a matrix organization.

Furthermore, you will be responsible for planning and executing events, carrier meetings, and performance review meetings. Strong presentation and communication skills are required to develop and communicate informative presentations and strategies for stakeholders and managers to gain understanding and consensus. This role requires a very strong relationship management skillset, as you will be expected to become a subject matter expert for supported business units and negotiate with external transportation leaders. Practical knowledge of conventional fact-finding, problem-solving, and investigative techniques is essential to develop, critically analyze, and evaluate inspection facts. An understanding of laws, regulations, and safety rules regarding materials from the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is preferred.

What we are looking for:

• Relationship Management : Effectively leverage internal and external partnerships to drive optimal transportation outcomes and foster mutually beneficial relationships.

• Transportation Operations: Offer valuable support to associates in navigating operational challenges, ensuring smooth and efficient transportation operations.

• Continuous Improvement : Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the group by applying lean principles, conducting time studies, and fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams. Implement innovative ideas to enhance processes and optimize efficiency.

• Analytics and Strategic Decision-Making: Conduct in-depth investigations into key drivers of transportation challenges, leveraging extensive datasets and performing ad hoc analysis. Utilize the insights gained to make informed and strategic business decisions.

Candidate must have's:

• A background in F reight B rokerage O perations and/or FTL T ransportation O perations (+1yr)

• Experience with C arrier P rocurement and/or C arrier M anagement (+1yr)

• Be a problem solver and enjoy planning for the future

• Be customer-centric and enjoy building relationships

• Able to learn and adapt quickly and handle multiple projects at one time

• Excellent time management skills

Perks and Benefits

Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

Who We Are

Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you'll quickly find we're a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world's most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you'll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.

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 diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions - while being inclusive of all people.

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 $60,000.00-$110,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

• Stock

Minimum Qualifications...

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

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field OR 2 years' experience in logistics, distribution, transportation, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

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

Microsoft Office, Retail Operations, Transportation

Masters: Business, Masters: Logistics, Masters: Supply Chain

Primary Location...

311 North Walton Boulevard, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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 diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.