Distribution Center Lead

American Tire Distributors Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

American Tire Distributors Inc. is seeking a Distribution Center Lead to guide daily warehouse operations on assigned shifts, acting as a hands-on mentor to associates while reporting to the Distribution Center Supervisor and/or Excellence Manager.

You will drive productivity, safety, and inventory accuracy by enforcing SEAL principles, coordinating activities with management, and coaching teams to meet service targets across warehousing, transportation, and related functions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 4–6 years related experience preferred.
• Experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, and safety practices.
• Ability to supervise and train others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility maintenance, equipment, and inventory control systems, manually or automatically.
• Champion safe working conditions and ensure equipment safety and warehouse protocol adherence.
• Coordinate warehousing activities with management to ensure operational efficiency.
• Evaluate team performance, provide training, and report findings to management.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Record inventory transactions using manual or automated systems.
• Reinforce SEAL and Standard Work principles and assist SEAL Operating Systems implementations.
• Supervise daily activities of assigned shifts under supervision.

Skills

Policy & Procedures

Storage

Traffic and Vehicle Planning

Verbal Communication

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Position Description

The Distribution Center Lead oversees and assists with the day-to-day activities of assigned shifts and associates, as instructed by the Distribution Center Supervisor and/or the Distribution Excellence Manager. The DC Lead acts as a \"player-coach,\" monitoring and assisting the work of warehouse associates performing a variety of duties related to warehousing, transportation and safety and inventory functions in the warehouse. The DC Lead also assists with implementing work procedures to increase productivity and improve service within the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing facility maintenance, product handling equipment, and inventory control systems, whether manual or automated.


• Champion safe working conditions and monitor associates to ensure equipment safety and adherence to warehouse protocols.


• Coordinate all warehousing activities with management and administration to ensure operational efficiency.


• Evaluate team performance, provide training, and offer feedback to support development, reporting findings to distribution center management.


• Fulfill additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.


• Record inventory transactions using manual or automated systems for equipment, supplies, and specialty items in the warehouse.


• Reinforce SEAL and Standard Work principles and assist in implementing SEAL Operating Systems to boost productivity and service excellence.


• Supervise and assist with daily activities of assigned shifts under the direction of the Distribution Center Supervisor.

Competencies

• Collaboration- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives


• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.


• Customer-Focused - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions


• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.


• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.


• Health and Safety - The ability and skill to manage and apply safe systems of work.


• Inventory Management - The ability and skill to design, implement and manage inventory control systems.


• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.


• Plans & Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.


• Policy & Procedures - The ability and skill to monitor, interpret and understand policies and procedures and ensure their alignment with organizational strategies and work objectives.


• Storage - The ability and skill to ensure the optimum storage of warehouse, plant, equipment, materials and supplies.


• Traffic and Vehicle Planning - The ability and skill to ensure the optimum deployment and utilization of vehicles and moveable plant including proficiency in required software package/s and databases.


• Verbal Communication - Ability to express ideas, request actions, formulate plans, & policies by means of clear and effective verbal communications.


• Work Scheduling - The ability and skill to ensure the optimum scheduling of work and material resources to meet planned performance targets including proficient use of aligned software / systems.

Qualifications

High School or GED degree 4-6 years of related experience preferred.

Skills

• Policy & Procedures


• Storage


• Traffic and Vehicle Planning


• Verbal Communication

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Physical Demands Category: Warehouse Physical Demands/Work Environment/Travel Requirements: Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear, taste and/or smell; the employee must occasionally lift products weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Handling of tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) greater than approximately 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel required: 5% of the time.

Company Culture & Benefits

American Tire Distributors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

We celebrate and come together throughout the year to celebrate many occasions. We have a fun while productive hybrid atmosphere.

Your wellbeing is among ATD’s highest priorities, and that is reflected in the benefits we offer to empower our associates and enrich their lives. We regularly sponsor events and initiatives, held at our Huntersville Field Support Center along with in our 120 Distribution Centers, Mixing Centers and Regional Distribution Center locations, to support our mental health and physical wellness to keep you feeling your best. We have hosted over 15 different events, with the added fellowship and social benefit for our associates.

The automotive industry at large is evolving rapidly as we see the introduction of new technology, business models and services offerings. ATD sits in the middle of this exciting evolution and is positioned well to help define the future of mobility and distribution.

Our organization is home to more than 4,000 associates who enjoy challenging themselves every day to advance their careers and contribute to the future of the automotive industry.

In addition to finding individuals that are passionate about growth within our industry, we are also seeking team members that align with our values as an organization.

Be Innovative Be Collaborative Be Accountable Be Respectful Be Excellent

Through decades of steady growth, American Tire Distributors has emerged as the nation’s premier tire distributor. Working to create a culture that fosters innovation, leadership, and growth in each valued member of our organization.

ATD is home to hundreds of hardworking associates who enjoy the rewards of a job well done.

From truck driving, business administration to logistics, we are always looking for top talent to join our professional family.

To learn more about our company, visit www.atd.com.