Walmart set to hire 20,000 additional supply chain associates

Walmart hosted special hiring events on September 8-9, 2021, to attract the best and bright candidates in all its supply chain locations. They will be filling a wide range of roles, including order fillers, freight handlers, lift drivers, technicians, and management positions. These positions will be permanent roles and will be offered in both full-and part-time capacities, the company said in a media statement.

To help associates gain the experiences and skills needed for success in the jobs of today and tomorrow, Walmart has invested in associate development and growth opportunities, including opening six new Walmart Academies to support the supply chain business. Walmart Academies immerse associates in a training programme that allows them to receive both classroom and DC/FC floor training in specialised supply chain skills and soft skills like leadership, communications, and change management. In FY21, the company trained approximately 5,900 associates via the Walmart US Supply Chain Academy, including in-person and virtual training.

In addition to job-focused training at Walmart Academies, the company also encourages associates to pursue further education with Live Better U. This year, Walmart announced that it would pay 100 per cent of the cost of tuition and books for Live Better U, allowing supply chain associates to achieve bachelor’s degrees debt-free. And finally, Walmart prioritises the health and wellness of its associates and their families.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (GK)