Assistant Warehouse Manager

Who We Are
We’re Dealer Tire, a family-owned, international distributor of tires and parts established in 1918 in Cleveland, OH. We’re laser focused on helping the world’s largest and most trusted auto manufacturers grow their tire business—in fact, we’ve sold more than 60 million tires to date. We’re a thriving company, and we’re looking for driven individuals to join our team. That’s where you come in!

As an Assistant Warehouse Manager, your essential job functions will include the following:

Leadership and Supervision

• Ensure a safe work environment by leading safety programs; ensuring associates receive safety training and certifications, enforcing safety procedures, and addressing safety issues.
• Create and implement technical, professional and leadership development plans for associates and team leads.
• Utilize effective coaching, teaching and training to develop successful team members.
• Collaborate with leadership on employee initiatives to create and promote an environment where team members are involved, empowered, and committed to the success of the Company.
• Assist in the development and execution of strategies for recognition, engagement and teambuilding.
• Collaborate with manager on the design of staffing strategies to ensure work force is flexible and can respond to variations in work flow. Monitor labor hours and consult with manager on budgetary and operational impact.
• Provide input into performance assessments of each team member and recommend appropriate action such as promotions, counseling and termination. Assist Distribution Center Manager with performance conversations.
• Assist with coaching, counseling and discipline to hold associates accountable for performance.
• Assist with scheduling staffing to meet the changing daily business needs.
• Supervise and provide direction for associates.

Operations

• Execute on daily operations including monitoring of productivity and quality, process troubleshooting and all other activities required to ensure safety, inventory accuracy, on-time deliveries and exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and monitoring the receiving, storage, assembly (if applicable) and distribution of all items received from vendors.
• Aid in inventory control training and execution of cycle counts and physical inventory counts to ensure that inventory is accurate and organized.
• Troubleshoot and resolve inventory control discrepancies.
• Perform relocation, replenishment and consolidation of product as required.
• Monitor the daily production and performance of the distribution center. Reallocate resources (staffing, equipment) as needed.

Facilities and Equipment

• Assist with controlling and maintaining company’s physical assets (building, material handling equipment, fleet, inventory, etc.).
• Administer preventative maintenance cycles and fleet/equipment repair needs.
• Develop and implement a daily plan for allocating equipment to jobs.

Administration

• Assist with records and reports regarding activity are prepared on a timely basis and effectively maintained.
• Monitor supply levels and order supplies as required.

Other Duties as Assigned

Position Requirements

• Associates degree in Business, Logistics, or related field or relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5 years of supply chain experience, including distribution center, inventory and transportation.
• 2 years of experience leading a team.
• Strong process improvement mindset focusing on continuous growth.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with WMS, TMS and ERP systems.

Competencies Required

• Setting Direction
• Vendor & Supplier Management
• Developing People
• Managerial Courage
• Empathy
• Executive Presence
• Driving Change
• Business Acumen

Physical Job Requirements

• Lifting at least 70 pounds.
• Continuous lifting, bending, twisting, and crouching.
• Meet the requirements of Dealer Tire’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy and Company Vehicle Fleet Policy.
• Always operate the company vehicle in a safe, professional manner and wear a seat belt.
• Wear safety equipment when required.
• For those with a Missouri Driver’s License, you must have a valid Class E license.
• For those working in a Michigan Distribution Center, you must have a valid Chauffeur’s License.
• Must be able to speak/read English well enough to converse with the public, understand road signs, respond to official questions and make legible entries on records and reports.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and after hire, be able to pass a driver’s road skills test and DOT physical.
• Occasional travel (<15%) is required. Travel may be required by auto, flight and rail.

Drug Policy

• Dealer Tire is a drug-free environment. All applicants being considered for employment must pass a pre-employment drug screening before beginning work.
• There will be random drug testing for all Dealer Tire employees.

Why Dealer Tire: An amazing opportunity to join a growing organization, built on the efforts of hard working, innovative, and team-oriented people. We offer a competitive salary bonus, and a comprehensive benefit package including: paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401k matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of employee contribution).

EOE Statement: Dealer Tire is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.

• ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application, or any portions of same, based on the impact of a disability should contact Dealer Tire’s Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at ADAAAccommodation@dealertire.com or via phone at 833-483-8232.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary : $67,600 - $85,600