Entry Level Process Improvement Leader Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary...What you'll do...Role summary:
The (USA) Manager, Process Improvement leads initiatives to enhance key business functions by analyzing performance data, identifying gaps, and developing sustainable solutions. This role partners with cross-functional teams to align strategies, simplify processes, and drive transformational change. The manager oversees global projects, ensures compliance with company policies, and supports continuous improvement through effective stakeholder communication and project management. By fostering collaboration and accountability, this position contributes to operational excellence and long-term business success within a dynamic and evolving environment.
About the team:
The team leads process improvement initiatives for Upstream Facility Services, focusing on optimizing tools and equipment management. They oversee supplier relationships, monitor key performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration. By partnering with Field Operations, Procurement, Finance, Technology, and Safety teams, they align priorities and enhance operational efficiency. The team leverages advanced analytics and AI to support proactive decision-making, cost optimization, and process standardization. Their efforts ensure service quality, cost control, and sustainable improvements across the tools and equipment lifecycle, contributing to the organization's operational excellence.
What you'll do:

• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance key business functions and achieve organizational goals.
• Analyze data to assess current performance, identify gaps, and recommend sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on improvement strategies and communicate changes effectively to stakeholders.
• Lead change management projects, ensuring readiness, managing expectations, and driving adoption of new processes.
• Monitor program performance against metrics, addressing post-implementation issues and refining solutions as needed.
• Provide guidance on policies, controls, and best practices to support operational excellence.
• Manage global projects by applying industry best practices and adapting to evolving business trends.

What you'll bring:

• Proven expertise in process improvement and change management to drive operational excellence.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in project management, including planning, execution, and monitoring of improvement initiatives.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and develop sustainable solutions aligned with business goals.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent experience in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated capability to communicate effectively with various business partners and influence decision-makers.
• Experience managing large projects and adapting strategies to evolving industry best practices.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Human Resources, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field and 2 years' experience in consulting, project management, business strategy, or relevant area OR 4 years' experience in consulting, project management, business strategy, or related area.Preferred Qualifications...

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Leadership of cross-functional task forces or projects, Project ManagementMasters, Masters: Human Resources, Masters: Supply ChainLean Six Sigma Champion Certification - CertificationPrimary Location...814 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.