(USA) Bakery Lead at Walmart

Sarasota, Florida, United States

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, GroceryIndustries

Requirements

  • In-depth knowledge of business on the floor, backroom operations, product specifications, and seasonality of product
  • Expertise in Bakery department standards for quality, inventory, equipment usage, production, safety, sanitation, and compliance
  • Ability to leverage digital tools and handheld technology for production, training, product quality, sales planning, and associate engagement
  • Skills in supervising, training, and developing a team of hourly associates
  • Ability to identify training needs, encourage career growth, and source new talent internally and externally
  • Capability to develop, communicate, and implement processes and practices to meet business needs
  • Proficiency in analyzing information from multiple sources, monitoring progress, and addressing improvement opportunities
  • Commitment to company policies, procedures, standards of ethics, integrity, and compliance (including food safety and regulatory standards)

Responsibilities

  • Supervise the Bakery team to deliver on the business plan, communicate goals, execute company programs, adhere to policies, and advocate for members, associates, and the company
  • Work collaboratively with other team leaders to ensure the total club meets member expectations
  • Maintain Bakery department standards for quality, inventory, equipment, production, safety, sanitation, and compliance; share knowledge and train the team on new products, recipes, and specifications
  • Leverage digital tools to plan and drive sales, improve shopping experience, elevate associate engagement, and make immediate business decisions
  • Drive business results through operational excellence, maintaining a neat, clean, safe work area, appropriate planning and staffing for volumes, consistency in quality, food safety, and policies
  • Maintain accurate inventory, audits, and compliance standards; produce and display merchandise according to layout plans
  • Teach and train the team by identifying needs, developing skills for high-quality products, encouraging career growth, and sourcing new talent
  • Demonstrate, promote, and support compliance with company policies, procedures, ethics, and integrity; assist management with corrections
  • Lead and participate in teams by sharing resources, determining needs and priorities, coordinating assignments, providing feedback, and adapting to change

Skills

Team Supervision
Bakery Operations
Inventory Management
Food Safety
Sanitation
Production Planning
Digital Tools
Handheld Technology
Sales Driving
Regulatory Compliance

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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