DC Operations Lead - 2nd Shift, Team Builder & Efficiency

Advance-Auto-Parts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts in Houston, TX, seeks a DC Operations Manager (2nd shift) to lead a 60–80 hourly workforce and 12–16 supervisors in inbound, outbound, replenishment, and transportation. You will partner with the General Manager to drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and achieve safety, quality, and service goals.

The role emphasizes talent development, engagement, and cross-functional collaboration with transportation, customer service, and corporate partners, with a

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of progressive leadership experience in warehouse, distribution center, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Proven experience managing exempt and non-exempt teams in fast-paced distribution environments.
• Demonstrated success leading large teams, including supervisors and hourly associates.
• Strong background in material handling, inventory management, labor planning, and operational performance management.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager to develop and execute operational strategies that improve service levels, productivity, and cost performance.
• Lead and develop a team of Supervisors and Associates, creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the GM to review staffing plans, labor utilization, and KPIs; implement improvements as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Own departmental budgets, staffing plans, and performance metrics; provide coaching and succession planning.
• Conduct daily startup meetings to align workload, targets, safety, and housekeeping.
• Monitor operational metrics to identify trends and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and PPE procedures; partner with stakeholders to meet objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Conflict resolution

Data analysis

WMS

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advance Auto Parts in Houston, TX, seeks a DC Operations Manager (2nd shift) to lead a 60–80 hourly workforce and 12–16 supervisors in inbound, outbound, replenishment, and transportation. You will partner with the General Manager to drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and achieve safety, quality, and service goals.

The role emphasizes talent development, engagement, and cross-functional collaboration with transportation, customer service, and corporate partners, with a