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You will be responsible for leading the Global Logistics strategy execution team based in the offshore Global Sourcing hubs, focusing on logistics management to facilitate the flow of import merchandise. By supporting global best practice sharing, you will enable continuous process simplification and supply chain efficiencies for retail markets across all channels. Additionally, you will play a key role in developing long-term plans that align with Sourcing Geography of Excellence strategies and growth objectives for all merchandise categories and retail markets. Your duties will involve managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure ongoing innovation and application of logistics solutions that enhance capacity, service levels, and cost-effectiveness. You will oversee the implementation and execution of global logistics strategies through partnerships with various stakeholders, including origin ports/terminals, cargo managers, ocean carriers, and airfreight forwarders. Furthermore, you will lead efforts to drive operational compliance with Global Logistics programs, systems, and processes, while also focusing on continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborating closely with key stakeholders internally and externally, you will work towards delivering customer-focused logistics solutions that are cost-efficient and resilient to supply chain disruptions. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a highly skilled and engaged workforce, ensuring succession planning, and leveraging the skills and capabilities of new and existing talent. By fostering an environment where associates adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics, you will contribute to a culture that promotes excellence and continuous improvement. Your specific duties will include collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure Every Day Low Cost (EDLC) and On Shelf Availability across all merchandise types and retail formats. You will analyze business needs, identify opportunities for process improvement, and lead projects to enhance supply chain value. Additionally, you will drive the planning and implementation of supply chain solutions that align with Walmart's sourcing Geography of Excellence strategies. By monitoring key metrics, initiating improvement plans, and identifying opportunities to integrate logistics processes across different functions and retail markets, you will play a crucial role in driving business results. Providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to associates, you will contribute to maintaining a highly skilled and engaged workforce. Overall, your role will involve strengthening Walmart's reputation, enhancing local involvement, and ensuring that business needs are met efficiently and effectively while upholding the company's culture and standards of ethics.,