Distribution Center General Manager

Position Description The Distribution Center General Manager oversees all operational and administrative aspects of the Distribution Center (DC) and ensures compliance with company guidelines, policies, and regulatory requirements. Key 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 Standard Operating Procedures 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 recruitment, training, succession planning, and performance management. 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. Competencies Business insight – applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organizational goals. Communicates effectively – develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Customer focus – builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer‑centric solutions. Decision quality – makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Develops talent – develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals. Drives results – consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Ensures accountability – holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Instills trust – gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Nimble learning – learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. Optimizes work processes – knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Plans and aligns – plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Values differences – recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Qualifications High School or GED degree. Seven years of related experience, including management experience preferred. Skills: Adaptive Mindset(4) Costing and Budgeting(3) Data Collection and Analysis(3) Health and Safety(3) Inventory Management(4) Planning and Organizing(4) Policy and Procedures(3) Review and Reporting(4) Work Scheduling(4) Action Planning(4) Physical Demands Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reaching with hands and arms; climbing stairs; balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; talking, hearing, tasting and/or smelling. Employees may occasionally lift products weighing up to approximately fifty pounds and handle tires over fifty pounds. Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment may expose employees to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Noise level is usually moderate. Travel required is five percent of the time. American Tire Distributors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr