Distribution Center Lead

Are you interested in a role that blends leadership, safety, and operational excellence? American Tire Distributors, a leading tire distributor serving over 80,000 customers across the U.S. and Canada, is seeking a Distribution Center Lead to support day‑to‑day operations across multiple shifts. 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, safety, and inventory functions. 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 – Managing and applying safe systems of work. Inventory Management – Designing, implementing, and managing 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 – Monitoring, interpreting, and aligning policies and procedures with organizational strategies. Storage – Ensuring optimum storage of warehouse, plant equipment, materials, and supplies. Traffic and Vehicle Planning – Optimizing deployment and utilization of vehicles and movable plant, including proficiency with required software packages and databases. Verbal Communication – Expressing ideas, requesting actions, and formulating policies by means of clear and effective verbal communications. Work Scheduling – Ensuring optimum scheduling of work and material resources to meet planned performance targets using aligned software or 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 Occasional standing, walking, sitting, hand use, reaching, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling, and lifting products up to approximately 50 pounds (handling tires may exceed 50 pounds). Work environment: Weather conditions prevalent at the time; moderate noise level. Travel required: 5% of the time. American Tire Distributors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr