(USA) Project Analyst II, Telecommunications

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Demonstrates up-to-date expertise in cabling and telecommunications services and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales.
Manages execution of large, complex, and high-profile projects with minimal guidance by organizing internal and external customers and suppliers; developing schedules and logistics; prioritizing critical issues; motivating subject matter expert(s) for root-cause resolution; defining project team operating rules and reporting systems (for example, communication plan, shipping flow plan); monitoring progress versus plan; providing expertise and leading project meetings with customers, suppliers, and Information Systems Division (ISD) team members; escalating and resolving complex or difficult issues; utilizing scope-change orders; tracking expenditures and budgets; providing informational presentations to internal customers; and developing project performance reports.
Provides leadership on projects for the team by providing input and ideas to improve processes; coordinating input and overview of area project reports; providing project guidance to area associates; removing roadblocks for other associates; and holding self, peers, customers, and suppliers accountable.
Solves internal customer and business problems by analyzing data; performing trend analyses; identifying causes and solutions; resolving service, support, or projects-related issues (for example, Remedy tickets); leading war rooms as directed and identifying recurring service issues.
Engages in professional development by enrolling in and completing training with minimal supervision; using training in daily operations of team; mentoring team members; encouraging growth; suggesting training for team; ensuring personal training plan is completed; and participating in developmental projects.
Plans large, complex, and high-profile data, hardware, and telephony projects by defining installation parameters; coordinating installations; developing risk assessment documentation; working with internal customers to identify goals, success criteria, assumptions, risks, and obstacles; developing a document of understanding; coordinating project planning activities (for example, business requirements, risk assessment, current and desired diagrams, target dates); organizing project teams; constructing work breakdown structures; and participating in budget creation.
Oversees data, hardware, and telephony projects being managed by other team members by inspecting documentation; discussing project status and receiving updates; escalating and resolving complex or difficult issues; identifying 'at risk' projects; suggesting improved project methodologies; resolving project issues; assisting with informational presentations; and mentoring team members on projects.
Oversees hardware inventory by managing stock levels and inventory controlled by third parties; ordering material for projects; creating requests for supplier price quotes; receiving and evaluating bids for best cost-effectiveness; preparing contracts and project documentation; generating requests for purchase orders; reviewing and approving supplier invoices; reviewing and assessing stock levels assigned to Project Analysts and Senior Project Analysts; suggesting improvements in inventory flow; and implementing liquidations and reallocations.
Ensures internal customer satisfaction and acceptance of large, complex, and high-profile projects by pilot-testing to validate functionality; identifying installation errors and required improvements; documenting corrections and internal customer acceptance of solutions; auditing final installation status; and issuing a final report. Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales. Provides and supports the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities. Models compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by incorporating these into the development and implementation of business plans; using the Open Door Policy; and demonstrating and assisting others with how to apply these in executing business processes and practices.
Live our Values
Culture Champion
• Models the Walmart values to foster our culture; holds oneself accountable; and supports Walmart’s commitment to communities, social justice, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability; maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance.
Servant Leadership
• Is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, and transparent.
Embrace Change
Curiosity & Courage
• Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; supports innovation and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks.
Digital Transformation & Change
• Implements and supports continuous improvements and willingly embraces new digital tools and ways of working.
Deliver for the Customer
Customer Focus
• Delivers results while putting the customer first and applying an omnimerchant mindset and the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans.
Strategic Thinking
• Adopts a broad perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans.
Focus on our Associates
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Embraces diversity in all its forms and actively supports diversity of ideas and perspectives, as well as diversity goal programs.
Collaboration & Influence
• Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively to achieve objectives; communicates with
impact to a range of audiences; and demonstrates energy and positivity for own work.
Talent Management
• Contributes to an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, demonstrates engagement and commitment to the team, and recognizes others’
contributions and accomplishments.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

As permitted by applicable law, provide evidence of full vaccination as defined by CDC guidelines OR secure approval of medical or religious accommodation for the vaccination mandate., Minimum Qualifications: 1 year experience in voice and data cabling or related field. 1 year project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Primary Location...

2608 Se J St, BENTONVILLE, AR 72712, United States of America