Distribution Center Leader: Drive Efficiency & Safety

AutoZone; Chowchilla (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoZone is seeking a Distribution Center Advisor to lead day-to-day operations for a specific department within an AutoZone Distribution Center. This role is responsible for enhancing productivity, training high-performing employees, ensuring safety, and optimizing workflow efficiencies.

You will oversee a team of up to 30 direct reports, monitor labor costs and daily payroll for attendance, coach performance, and collaborate with DC Operations Managers to meet company objectives.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of distribution center/warehouse experience.
• PIE operation experience with forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Flexible shift availability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent bilingual communication in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and motivate a team of up to 30 direct reports to meet productivity and operational goals.
• Monitor and analyze labor costs and daily payroll to ensure compliance with company attendance policies.
• Provide coaching to optimize performance, minimize costs, and maximize operational quality.
• Oversee work processes and implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage daily shift schedules to ensure adequate staffing and operational execution.
• Collaborate with DC Operations Managers to meet company objectives.
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing company safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to address operational challenges and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Team motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AutoZone is seeking a Distribution Center Advisor to lead day-to-day operations for a specific department within an AutoZone Distribution Center. This role is responsible for enhancing productivity, training high-performing employees, ensuring safety, and optimizing workflow efficiencies.

You will oversee a team of up to 30 direct reports, monitor labor costs and daily payroll for attendance, coach performance, and collaborate with DC Operations Managers to meet company objectives.