DC Department Lead: People, Inventory & WMS Ops

Advance Auto Parts; Thomson (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts in Thomson, GA is seeking a DC Department Manager to lead a 50+ member team, coordinating daily results, staffing, schedules, and safety while driving growth and efficiency in the distribution center.

The role emphasizes accurate inventory handling, proficient use of Warehouse Management Systems such as Red Prairie, collaboration with operations leadership, and implementing process improvements to meet store deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years leadership experience in a warehouse or distribution center.
• Experience with inventory tracking and directing teammates.
• Bi-Lingual skills preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct the department with 50+ Team Members, aligning daily results and shift goals.
• Coordinate staffing, schedules, safety, and performance reviews with Team Managers.
• Ensure timely and accurate inventory receipt, storage, and store shipments.
• Oversee WMS/Red Prairie data accuracy and payroll submissions.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Inventory Control

Warehouse Operations

Education

Associate Degree, or equivalent experience

Tools

WMS (Red Prairie)

Job description

Advance Auto Parts in Thomson, GA is seeking a DC Department Manager to lead a 50+ member team, coordinating daily results, staffing, schedules, and safety while driving growth and efficiency in the distribution center.

The role emphasizes accurate inventory handling, proficient use of Warehouse Management Systems such as Red Prairie, collaboration with operations leadership, and implementing process improvements to meet store deadlines.