Supply Chain Manager - Walmart

Supply Chain  – Walmart/Sam’s Club

The Bluebird Group is a data-driven, omni-channel commerce agency dedicated to helping brands succeed in today’s complex retail environment. We provide tailored solutions spanning strategic planning, operations consulting, digital optimization, and advanced analytics. With expertise across major retailers like Walmart, Amazon, and Target, we empower brands to achieve measurable growth and enhance consumer engagement.

We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to join our Walmart team in Bentonville, Arkansas. As a key part of our team, you will lead supply chain initiatives to help clients thrive and grow their business with Walmart and Sam’s Club. Your expertise will drive instock goals, forecast accuracy, and on-time delivery while providing critical supply chain insights and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Replenishment Leadership: Drive replenishment efforts within a cross-functional Bluebird team to meet Walmart's instock and delivery goals.
• Collaborative Supply Chain Management: Partner with Walmart’s replenishment team and Bluebird’s sales team to enhance supply chain processes, improve on-time and in-full delivery, and ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Forecast Accuracy: Analyze sales and orders to ensure Walmart forecasts align with instock optimization, providing recommendations supported by data-driven insights.
• Purchase Order Oversight: Track, monitor, and adjust Domestic and Direct Import (DI) purchase orders, communicating updates to Walmart’s replenishment team as needed.
• Performance Metrics Management: Guide clients to meet Walmart’s On Time/In Full (OTIF) and Supply Chain Quality Excellence Program (SQEP) standards, including proper PO editing and reporting.
• Vendor Profile Maintenance: Onboard and maintain vendor profiles, including item setup, factory ID, ship points, lead time audits, and new item quotes.
• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and deliver key reports, such as Walmart Ladders and Luminate updates, while conducting ad hoc analysis for Walmart, clients, or Bluebird’s Sales Lead.
• Supply Chain Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert for clients, offering guidance and support, including navigating Walmart’s Supplier Academy on Retail Link.

Desired Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of Walmart’s supply chain systems, procedures, and internal inventory management processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data sorting/grouping).
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with Walmart-specific tools and platforms, including Retail Link, Luminate/Madrid, Aspen, OTIF, SQEP, GRS, NOVA, Item 360/Supplier One, QMS, TS, and TSCP.
• Embodies Bluebird’s core values of relationship, innovation, growth, experience, and teamwork.
• Knowledge of Direct Import, Collect, Prepaid, Domestic Supply, 3-Tier, and/or DSV logistics.

Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability plans, plus HSA and life insurance options.
• Financial Security: Performance-based incentives and 401(k) plan.
• Flexibility: Flexible PTO, summer hours, hybrid work environment, and cell phone reimbursement.
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development programs, leadership training, and career advancement support.

Our Commitment:

The Bluebird Group is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that celebrates individuality and collaboration. We value innovation, accountability, and mutual respect as cornerstones of our culture.

Disclaimer: This job description outlines typical functions and responsibilities but may evolve based on business needs.