Distribution Center Assistant Manager

NTW - National Tire Wholesale

Grand Prairie (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive compensation

401(k) and Roth with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid disability and life保险

Tire discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid vacation and PTO

Job summary

The Distribution Center Assistant Manager role at TBC Corporation oversees day‑to‑day distribution center operations, ensuring SOPs are followed and KPIs are met. You will manage P&L aspects and lead staff, promoting a safe, cost‑efficient operation while coordinating with wholesale and franchise teams to sustain service levels.

You will drive continuous improvement, analyze labor and costs, and implement SOP updates, technology initiatives, and training plans to enhance performance and customer

Qualifications

A 4-year degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Operations, Business or related field, or equivalent experience in warehouse distribution.
Minimum 2 years of relevant management experience.
Strong leadership, time management, coaching and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ERP and routing software experience a plus.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays and weekends.
Bilingual in Spanish/English is a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee distribution center operations including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and route management.
Ensure SOPs are applied to achieve KPIs and maintain asset protection.
Manage labor and other variable costs to align with annual plans.
Monitor KPIs: customer service, on-time delivery, productivity, and cost performance.
Drive accountability and enforce company policies.
Collaborate with Wholesale and Franchise sales teams to meet SLAs.
Lead safety initiatives and ensure compliant operations.
Direct subordinate team members and drive performance.
Partner with HR to execute employment cycle activities.
Observe operations for continuous improvement and adopt new SOPs.
Support technology initiatives and ensure successful adoption.
Ensure staffing aligns with goals and maintain customer service excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Time management

Organizational skills

Coaching

Communication

Lean methodology

Safety mentality

Bilingual Spanish/English (plus)

Driver's license

Education

4-year degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Operations, Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Routing Software

Job description

Company Overview

Compensation Data

Company Overview

For more than 70 years, TBC Corporation has been a leader in the mobility industry and one of North America’s largest marketers and distributors of automotive replacement tires through wholesale operations. Additionally, TBC responds to the needs of consumers in search of total car care at nearly 470 franchised tire and automotive service centers under the award-winning Big O Tires® brand. TBC is headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. With $5 billion in revenue and more than 3,000 employees in the U.S. and Mexico, TBC markets on a wholesale basis to regional tire chains and distributors serving independent tire dealers and with proprietary brands of tires specializing in passenger, commercial, farm and specialty tires. In 2005, TBC Corp. was purchased by Sumitomo Corporation of America (SCOA). SCOA is the largest subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation, one of Japan’s major integrated trading and investment business enterprises. In 2018, Michelin, the largest tire manufacturer in Europe, invested in the company which is now a 50:50, privately held joint venture between Sumitomo and Michelin.

Our Values Are The Foundation Of Our Work, How We Interact With Each Other, And The Strategies We Employ To Fulfill Our Purpose. These Are The Practices We Use Every Day – In Everything We Do

Integrity - We act honestly because nothing is more important than our reputation.
Teamwork - We are better together.
People-Focused - We put people first – our Associates, customers, franchisees, and partners – and cultivate a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive culture, top to bottom, inside and out.
Accountability - We own our actions and decisions; we do what we say we are going to do.
Leave Everything Better - We innovate to improve everything we touch, and we take actions now to protect the future.

Description

The Distribution Center Assistant Manager is responsible for day-to-day operational excellence of the site, ensuring consistent application of standard operating procedures, polices and Key Performance Indicators are achieved. This role is responsible for site financials including P& L management and will lead and manage all employment related activity for site team members.

Responsibilities

Oversee all elements of distribution center operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and route management. Ensure the timely and accurate completion of all picking, receiving, put away, load/ship of all orders, product returns.
Ensure SOPs are consistently applied to achieve operational performance indicators.
Responsible for the protection of company assets which includes inventory, equipment, and facility. Maintains the facility, equipment and vehicles and will resolve any issues which may interfere with the safe, efficient, and least cost operation of the Distribution Center.
Manage labor, delivery, and other variable costs within your building to align with annual business plans.
Manage and report on the performance (KPIs) of the building; Customer Service (Net Promoter Score, On time Delivery), Productivity (Units per Hour, Minimal rework) and cost performance (Delivery costs, labor costs).
Drive team members accountability and performance ensuring company policies are administered appropriately.

Additional Responsibilities

Direct subordinate team members within the distribution center with a focus on maximizing performance (KPIs); Customer Service (Net Promoter Score, On time Delivery), Productivity (Units per Hour, Minimal rework) and cost performance (Delivery costs, labor costs).
Drive company safety initiates to ensure safe and on time delivery of products to customers inclusive of specific safety performance requirements (TRIR-Total Reportable Incidence Rate) and Preventable Accident rates)
Collaborate with Wholesale and Franchise sales teams to meet established service level agreements and identify opportunities for improved customer service
Drive initiatives that foster an Employer of Choice environment and employee experience
Ensure compliance with the company and regulatory training to ensure that staff is equipped to perform assigned duties.
Partners with Human Resources to lead the execution of employment cycle activities for team members within site, including hiring, training, performance management and succession

Continued Responsibilities

Observe operations with a critical eye, bringing forth ideas for continuous improvement updates or redesigns of Standard Operating Procedures to improve efficiency, cost, or customer satisfaction.
Lead implementation of building initiatives related to technology, cost containment, inventory management, safety, training, engagement, etc. Ensure successful adoption of new behaviors and skills needed for new expectations.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and allocation to meet operational and financial goals while maintaining a standard of excellence in customer service.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Added Responsibilities

A 4-year degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Operations, Business or other related disciplines is preferred or equivalent experience in warehouse distribution or transportation environment.
Minimum of (2) years of relevant experience
Demonstrated management experience including leadership and motivational ability, time management and organizational skills, training, coaching and counseling preferred
Proficient in computer programs including Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Ability to work well under pressure (prioritize, manage time, maintain composure.)
Knowledge of Lean methodology and proven success driving change in a dynamic environment
Safety 1st Mentality
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to repetitively lift up to 50 pounds while bending and twisting
Must maintain a current driver’s license
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights holidays and weekends, as needed.
24/7 access to cell phone, email and security system in case of an emergency
ERP system and Routing Software experience is a plus.
High level of professional integrity
Bilingual in Spanish /English is a plus