Walmart - Grove City, OH
posted 5 months ago
In this role, you will lead the implementation of Process Improvement tools and methods, such as 5S, root cause analysis, six sigma, and time and motion studies, to eliminate losses within a Distribution Center. Utilizing the Walmart Performance System (WPS) programs, you will be responsible for delivering expected results in your functional area through Key Performance Indicator (KPI) analysis and loss elimination strategies. Your efforts will focus on creating standard work processes to reduce variation and improve efficiency. You will assist area managers in reviewing and responding to process improvement projects, applying new network One Best Way playbooks, and providing valuable input to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams regarding project ideation and replication opportunities. Your leadership will extend to managing savings projects aimed at reducing losses in your area of responsibility. You will promote and support company policies, initiatives, and standards of ethics and integrity while assisting in the tactical deployment of the WPS program methodology. This includes managing project execution for top losses in your functional area and building the capability of other area managers and associates. You will support area loss profile analysis and performance metrics, develop gap analyses to facilitate WPS integration, and assist Department Managers with WPS programs, projects, and KPI improvements. In addition to your project management responsibilities, you will coordinate and oversee job-related activities by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders. This involves supporting plans and initiatives to meet customer and business needs, identifying and communicating goals and objectives, and building accountability for measuring progress in achieving results. You will also be responsible for providing supervision and development opportunities for associates, which includes hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, and ensuring diversity awareness. Compliance with company policies and procedures is essential, and you will implement related action plans while utilizing the Open Door Policy to provide direction and guidance in executing business processes and practices.