(USA) Senior Manager, Automation Engineering

Position Summary... What you'll do... Walmart is transforming the future of retail through cutting-edge delivery solutions. As Senior Manager, Automation Engineering (Drone Delivery), you will lead strategic efforts to identify, evaluate, and launch new opportunities for drone delivery. This role combines strategic thinking, business and product acumen, and go-to-market leadership to accelerate Walmartu2019s position as a leader in last-mile innovation. You will work primarily with Business, Product, and Finance teams across Walmart. We also work closely with the Vendor Tech & Operations team and the National Expansion team in the Drone Delivery Organization. The role is in Bentonville and reports to the Director of Business & Product. Youu2019ll sweep us off our feet ifu2026 + Bacheloru2019s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred. + 8+ years of experience in business development, strategy, or product management, ideally in logistics, aviation, or emerging tech. + Proven track record of launching new business initiatives and driving cross-functional alignment. + Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills. + Passion for innovation and future-forward delivery solutions. Youu2019ll make an impact byu2026 Business Development & Partnerships + Identifying and evaluating new business opportunities leveraging drone tech + Building strategic partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders to scale drone solutions. Go-to-Market Strategy + Developing go-to-market plans for drone delivery services, including pricing, positioning, and customer experience. + Defining success metrics and drive adoption across key markets. Product & Capability Strategy + Collaborating with product teams to shape the roadmap for drone delivery capabilities, ensuring alignment with Walmartu2019s broader ecosystem. + Assessing emerging technologies and operational models to enhance scalability and efficiency. _The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process._ Benefits & Perks: Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more. 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 . 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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock u3164 u3164 u3164 u3164 u200e Minimum Qualifications... _Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications._ Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 4 yearsu2019 experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area. Option 2: 6 yearsu2019 experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area. 2 yearsu2019 supervisory experience. Preferred Qualifications... _Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications._ Masters: Computer Engineering Primary Location... 802 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America Walmart 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.Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.

Created: 2025-12-05