Principal, Product Manager - Transportation Network Platform at Walmart

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of product management experience, including deep exposure to transportation, logistics, or marketplace platforms
  • Proven success building and scaling B2B or network-based platforms that balance operational complexity with strong user experience
  • Strong analytical mindset with a track record of leveraging data and experimentation to drive decisions
  • Familiarity with supply chain systems, carrier management tools, or transportation optimization software
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders
  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills—able to translate complex logistics concepts into actionable vision and influence at all levels
  • Passion for redefining how transportation networks operate through technology and data-driven intelligence
  • Blend of transportation domain expertise, digital marketplace product leadership, and systems thinking

Responsibilities

  • Own the product strategy and roadmap for Walmart’s Transportation Network Platform, balancing near-term operational value with long-term scalability
  • Develop frameworks and metrics to evaluate carrier engagement, service quality, and cost-to-serve
  • Collaborate closely with engineering and data science to design intelligent matching algorithms that optimize load placement and asset utilization
  • Drive automation and digital workflows that simplify partner onboarding, load management, and settlement processes
  • Partner with operations, finance, and analytics teams to identify opportunities for efficiency, margin improvement, and sustainability
  • Translate transportation data and insights into clear narratives that guide strategic decision-making across Walmart’s supply chain organization
  • Champion user-centric design, ensuring both internal teams and external partners benefit from intuitive and transparent experiences
  • Define and drive Walmart’s next-generation Transportation Network Platform—modernizing how goods move through our ecosystem by connecting shippers, carriers, and logistics intelligence into a seamless, data-driven network
  • Lead innovation in capacity optimization, carrier engagement, and dynamic load matching, enabling faster, more reliable movement of freight across Walmart’s supply chain and partner network

Skills

Product Management
Product Strategy
Roadmap Development
Transportation Logistics
Supply Chain
Capacity Optimization
Carrier Engagement
Dynamic Load Matching
Data-Driven Platforms
Digital Marketplaces
Systems Thinking
Real-Time Data Integration
Network Intelligence
Routing Optimization
Self-Service Platforms

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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