Distribution Center Ops Leader - Safety, Delivery & Growth

American Tire Distributors; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

American Tire Distributors is seeking a Distribution Center General Manager to oversee all operational and administrative aspects of the DC. You will lead safety, inventory control, on-time deliveries, and cost efficiency while coaching teams to implement supply chain strategies.

This role requires strong leadership, talent development, and the ability to drive continuous improvement, with OSHA/DOT/ADA compliance and regular performance reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• 7 years of related experience including management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe and compliant work environment, aiming to minimize OSHA recordable incidents and ensure safety protocols are followed rigorously.
• Serve as the on-site expert for inventory control and management, ensuring accuracy of physical inventory through SOPs and regular audits. Manage timely processing of returned goods and customer credits.
• Lead the team of drivers and warehouse staff to achieve on-time and complete deliveries, maintaining high service levels for customers.
• Review and optimize DC cost productivity, focusing on efficient labor management and delivery costs per unit handled. Manage expenses to meet monthly and annual budget targets set by the Company.
• Develop and lead talent within the DC, implementing strategies for talent management and development, including recruitment, training, succession planning, and performance management and evaluations.
• Conduct regular meetings with staff to address operational issues, communicate updates from leadership, and inspire a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
• Demonstrate leadership that engages and empowers Supply Chain talent to own their performance, grow their careers, and contribute to a values-based culture and company mission.
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, DOT, ADA, and other regulatory agencies, aligning with company policies on health, safety, and operational standards.
• Develop and distribute regular performance reports of the DC to key stakeholders. Utilize data to monitor operational metrics and drive improvements in efficiency and performance.

Skills

Adaptive Mindset

Costing and Budgeting

Data Collection and Analysis

Health and Safety

Inventory Management

Planning and Organizing

Policy and procedures

Review and Reporting

Work Scheduling

Action Planning

Education

High School or GED

7 years of related experience including management

Job description

American Tire Distributors is seeking a Distribution Center General Manager to oversee all operational and administrative aspects of the DC. You will lead safety, inventory control, on-time deliveries, and cost efficiency while coaching teams to implement supply chain strategies.

This role requires strong leadership, talent development, and the ability to drive continuous improvement, with OSHA/DOT/ADA compliance and regular performance reporting to leadership.