Distribution Center Operations Manager

American Tire Distributors Inc.; Edgewood (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

American Tire Distributors in Edgewood, NY, is seeking a seasoned warehouse leader to drive performance across shifts. You will oversee daily operations, ensure safety and quality standards, and guide a team of warehouse and delivery staff.

This role emphasizes hiring, training, coaching, and mentoring, with accountability for meeting productivity targets and maintaining a culture of trust and excellence across ATD's distribution network.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5 years of related experience including 2-3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience managing teams and safety/compliance.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ATD’s quality standards, health and safety, legal compliance, environmental policies, Standard Operating Process deliverables, and general care of duty.
• Effectively manage team by selecting, recruiting, training, and mentoring employees for development.
• Investigate employee relations or performance concerns in a timely manner; implement disciplinary action as needed and in consultation with human resources.
• Lead daily huddles at the DC to ensure employees understand work tasks expectations and deliverables along with creating engagement and building the values-based culture.
• Onboard and train team members; Coach, motivate, and manage performance.
• Provide leadership and manage the day-to-day activities for warehouse associates and/or delivery associates assigned to different shifts.
• Provide leadership support for the DC General Manager.

Skills

Develops Talent MAINTAINED_SKILL-3-509

Communicates Effectively

Decision Quality

Data Collection and Analysis

Demonstrates Self-Awareness

Drives Results

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to turn your ambition and your people skills into a rewarding career with an industry leader? Join our team at American Tire Distributors! As the nation's premier tire distributor, ATD’s coast-to-coast distribution network provides approximately 80,000 customers across the U.S. and Canada with rapid and frequent delivery of high quality tires, custom wheels and shop supplies.

Position Description

$71,700/YR - $78,900/YR

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to ATD’s quality standards, health and safety, legal compliance, environmental policies, Standard Operating Process deliverables, and general care of duty
• Effectively manage team by selecting, recruiting, training, and mentoring employees for development
• Investigate employee relations or performance concerns in a timely manner; implement disciplinary action as needed and in consultation with human resources
• Lead daily huddles at the DC to ensure employees understand work tasks expectations and deliverables along with creating engagement and building the values-based culture
• Onboard and train team members; Coach, motivate, and manage performance
• Provide leadership and manage the day-to-day activities for warehouse associates and/or delivery associates assigned to different shifts
• Provide leadership support for the DC General Manager

Competencies

• Action Planning - The ability to review and evaluate recommendations and requirements and to develop appropriate plans or deliver actions required
• Action-Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Adaptive Mindset - Adapts existing tools and techniques to existing situation~Adapts to changing goals / objectives~Entrepreneurial spirit~Focuses on simplicity when addressing the customer
• Balances Stakeholders - Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders
• Business Insights - Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Data Collection and Analysis - The ability and skill to determine and analyze trends from data that is collected to assist in compiling reports that will help in decision-making including proficient use of aligned software (e.g., Tableau, etc)
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Inventory Management - The ability and skill to design, implement and manage inventory control systems
• Nimble Learning - Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder
• Planning & Organizing - Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and oversee activities to efficiently meet objectives
• 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
• Review and Reporting - The ability and skill to create reports, and review reports created by others, for various audiences as relevant, in a lucid and effective manner, keeping in mind the purpose of reports
• 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 Bachelors.
• 5 years of related experience including 2-3 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Skills

• Develops Talent MAINTAINED_SKILL-3-5096.
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Drives Results

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

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you. Build a challenging and rewarding career with us!

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

ATD exists because of, and for, each of us.

At American Tire Distributors (ATD) our associates are valued and work in a fun while productive hybrid atmosphere.

We celebrate and come together throughout the year to celebrate many occasions.

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.