Distribution Center Assistant Manager

About the Company

For more than 70 years, TBC Corporation has been a leader in the mobility industry and one of North America’s largest marketers and distributors of automotive replacement tires through wholesale operations. Additionally, TBC responds to the needs of consumers in search of total car care at nearly 470 franchised tire and automotive service centers under the award-winning Big O Tires brand. TBC is headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. With $5 billion in revenue and more than 3,000 employees in the U.S. and Mexico, TBC markets on a wholesale basis to regional tire chains and distributors serving independent tire dealers and with proprietary brands of tires specializing in passenger, commercial, farm and specialty tires.

TBC Corp. was purchased by Sumitomo Corporation of America (SCOA) in 2005, and in 2018, Michelin invested in the company, which is now a 50:50, privately held joint venture between Sumitomo and Michelin.

Our Values

Our values are the foundation of our work, how we interact with each other, and the strategies we employ to fulfill our purpose. These are the practices we use every day – in everything we do: Integrity, Teamwork, People-Focused, Accountability, and Leave Everything Better.

Responsibilities

The Distribution Center Assistant Manager is responsible for day-to-day operational excellence of the site, ensuring consistent application of standard operating procedures, policies, and Key Performance Indicators are achieved. This role is responsible for site financials, including P&L management, and will lead and manage all employment-related activity for site team members.

• Oversee all elements of distribution center operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and route management.
• Ensure the timely and accurate completion of all picking, receiving, put away, load/ship of all orders, product returns.
• Ensure SOPs are consistently applied to achieve operational performance indicators.
• Responsible for the protection of company assets, which includes inventory, equipment, and facility.
• Maintain the facility, equipment, and vehicles and resolve any issues that may interfere with the safe, efficient, and least cost operation of the Distribution Center.
• Manage labor, delivery, and other variable costs within your building to align with annual business plans.
• Manage and report on the performance (KPIs) of the building; Customer Service, Productivity, and cost performance.
• Drive team members' accountability and performance, ensuring company policies are administered appropriately.

Additional Responsibilities

• Direct subordinate team members within the distribution center with a focus on maximizing performance (KPIs).
• Drive company safety initiatives to ensure safe and on-time delivery of products to customers.
• Collaborate with Wholesale and Franchise sales teams to meet established service level agreements and identify opportunities for improved customer service.
• Drive initiatives that foster an Employer of Choice environment and employee experience.
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory training to ensure that staff is equipped to perform assigned duties.
• Partners with Human Resources to lead the execution of employment cycle activities for team members within the site.

Qualifications

• A 4-year degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Operations, Business, or other related disciplines is preferred, or equivalent experience in a warehouse distribution or transportation environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated management experience, including leadership and motivational ability, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in computer programs, including Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain a high level of professional integrity.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to repetitively lift up to 50 pounds while bending and twisting.
• Must maintain a current driver’s license and be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, holidays, and weekends, as needed.

Benefits

• Market competitive compensation.
• 401(k) and Roth with company match, with immediate 100% vesting.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Company-paid short-term disability and employer-subsidized long-term disability.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Discounted tire purchasing.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Generous paid vacation and paid time off.
• Customizable voluntary benefits.