Manager, DC Operations

Advance-Auto-Parts; Thomson (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts is seeking a DC Operations Manager in Thomson, GA to ensure a steady pipeline of talent and optimize warehouse operations, including inbound and outbound flow, staffing, budgeting and performance improvement.

You will lead a 150+ person department, work with the GM to drive continuous improvement, ensure safety compliance and PPE usage, coach managers, and resolve issues on the floor to sustain growth.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of leadership experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience in budgeting, staffing, and operations management.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Meet with General Manager to review methods, staffing and controls for timely product movement.
• Direct responsibility for a DC with 150+ team members, including budgeting and P&L.
• Partner with GM/AGM to drive continuous improvement and reduce costs.
• Coach and develop management team through on-floor coaching and formal evaluations.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and PPE is used consistently.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse management

Budgeting

P&L

Coaching

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree

Job description

The DC Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring a continuous stream of talent to sustain organizational growth and improve operations by attracting, retaining, and developing team members and meet their needs for career growth. The Operations Manager operates under limited management supervision.

DC Operations Manager Job Duties include, but are not limited to: Regularly meet with the General Manager to discuss and review work methods, procedures, and controls, and staffing to achieve accurate and timely movement of product, recommend alternative solutions as necessary; actively participate in conference calls as needed and maintain strong presence in work location to assist and resolve issues as required Direct responsibility for a DC Department (Inbound and/or Outbound) with 150+ Team Member, including budgeting, P&L, and staffing Partner with the GM and/or AGM to drive continuous improvement and maximize efficiency gains to reduce overall costs; maintain a strong working relationship with management team and other related corporate partners; and regularly communicate with the facility management on issues that arise and be able to react as required Coach, train, and develop management team providing both informal (e.g. on-floor coaching) and formal (e.g. written evaluation) job performance based feedback. Conduct start-up meetings with Department Managers to discuss daily results, directives/workloads, staffing needs, schedules, safety/housekeeping issues, and work assignments Consistently monitor all safety procedures and ensure that all corresponding personal protection equipment (PPE) is utilized.

Required Experience: 5 to 10 years prior leadership experience in a warehouse related field. Previous work experience in a warehouse or distribution center including material handling, inventory tracking, and providing work direction to other teammates.

Education: Associate Degree, or equivalent experience.

Bi-Lingual skills preferred, but not required.

Position is eligible for bonus based on individual and group performance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.