Walmart Logistics Specialist
Posted on October 9, 2025
Department: Logistics
Reports To: Logistics Manager
Location: Salinas, CA
Employment Type: Full-time, non-exempt (year-round position)
Pay Range: $22+ DOE
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Oversee the scheduling and coordination of Walmart shipments for perishable goods, ensuring timely and efficient delivery to customers. Serve as the primary point of contact for Walmart, facilitating smooth communication and providing accurate, timely updates on delivery status. Dispatch Walmart orders to contracted carriers immediately upon order entry to ensure prompt coverage and avoid delays.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Schedule Walmart deliveries promptly upon order placement to secure a delivery appointment for the expected arrival date of the product.
Dispatch Walmart loads to carriers immediately upon receipt to ensure timely coverage and prevent any potential coverage issues.
Track Walmart orders to ensure on-time delivery (OTD) and provide status updates to Walmart twice daily, in the morning and afternoon.
Proactively identify and address shipping issues, including delays, shortages, or damages, by coordinating with the carrier, sales, and customer.
Liaise with customers, resolve issues, and build positive relationships by demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Maintain regular communication with Walmart to provide updates on delivery status, manage expectations, and build strong relationships.
Analyze data trends and patterns to improve forecasting, inventory management, and transportation planning.
Ensure a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing and reporting on large volumes of data.
Evaluate and track carrier performance; work with carriers to resolve any issues, ensuring high service levels.
Gather and analyze customer feedback to identify areas for improvement and enhance overall service quality.
EDUCATION AND/ OR EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel for tracking and reporting purposes.
1–2 years of related experience in logistics, warehouse, inventory control, or transportation preferred but not required.
Familiarity with inventory management systems or warehouse management software (WMS) a plus.
Experience working with shipping/receiving documents and basic recordkeeping preferred.
Basic understanding of supply chain processes (order flow, shipping methods, delivery schedules).
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred, but not required.
Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays and evenings as required by operational needs.
Ability to perform computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; solve practical problems by applying mathematical techniques such as formulas and percentages.
Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet required attendance schedules.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
Skilled in solving problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
Professional demeanor and respect for employees, clients, and all levels of the organization.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with a focus on clarity, professionalism, and teamwork.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. This is not intended to be a specific list of all responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
General work schedule M-F 6am – 3pm, Saturdays as needed 6am – 11am. (Note working schedule is subject to change based on operational needs)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
APPLICANTS
Please send your resume to: resumes@churchbrothers.com
Church Brothers Farms is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
