(USA) Senior Director, Automation Engineering- Future of Fulfillment

Senior Director, Automation Engineering Future Of Fulfillment

The Senior Director, Automation Engineering Future of Fulfillment leads a structured process for designing and testing innovative fast-fulfillment concepts. In this role, you will develop comprehensive Business Design Requirements (BDRs), simulate order flow and fulfillment scenarios, collaborate with automation solution providers on conceptual designs, oversee approvals, and launch fulfillment experiments. You will also design stage-gate processes, monitor pilot KPIs, and drive scale-or-kill decisions for breakthrough solutions.

This exciting opportunity empowers you to lead transformative initiatives that accelerate fulfillment speed and efficiency, partnering with top-tier automation providers to deliver cutting-edge solutions. You will work closely with Walmart's eCommerce team, End-to-End Operations teams, Last Mile Delivery team, Fulfillment Transformation, Tech & Product teams, and external technology partners to bring bold ideas to life. The position is based in Bentonville, AR and reports to the Group Director, Future of Fulfillment.

You'll Sweep Us Off Our Feet If

• You have extensive experience in automation engineering and fulfillment technologies.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale design and innovation programs.
• Strong technical acumen in robotics, AI, and automation systems.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Automation, Robotics, or related field preferred.
• Skilled in translating business requirements into technical solutions.

You'll Make An Impact By

Benefits & Perks : 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. Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

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.

The annual salary range for this position is $160,000.00 - $320,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Minimum Qualifications...

Option 1 : Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 6 years' experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area. Option 2 : 8 years' experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area. 5 years' supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications...

Doctorate : Computer Engineering, Masters : Computer Engineering

Primary Location...

702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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