Supply Chain Demand Planner
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Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Supply Chain, LogisticsIndustries
Requirements
- Engineering mindset with process-driven or qualitative-driven approach to improve processes and eliminate losses
- Ability to perform industry research to identify new programs and industry partners
- Skills in working with cross-functional teams using engineering and project management abilities
- Capability to identify short-term and long-term opportunities within Walmart’s End-to-End (E2E) Supply Chain
- Experience or interest in managing vendor relationships and program portfolios throughout the full product lifecycle, including research & development
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and improve engineered solutions in Supply Chain Operations (Ambient or Grocery networks)
- Use a process-driven and methodical mindset (or qualitative-driven and zero-loss mindset) to improve processes, reduce friction, and enhance quality in Distribution, Fulfillment, or Consolidation Centers
- Deliver expected functional area results through analysis and creating standard work practices
- Identify opportunities, propose solutions, design systems, and demonstrate financial impact
- Lead savings projects to increase capacity, improve associate friendliness, and support grocery distribution centers (for Grocery network)
- Provide input to Divisional Focused Improvement Teams on project ideation and replication opportunities (for Ambient network)
- Work on an impactful individual project aligned to skillsets and interests during the 11-week internship program
Skills
Process Engineering
Quality Engineering
Supply Chain Operations
Data Analysis
Standard Work Practices
Performance Improvement
Walmart Performance System
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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