Director of Distribution

Auto-Wares is seeking a proven distribution leader to oversee the performance capability and continuous improvement of our multifacility distribution network across a sixstate region. The Director of Distribution ensures accurate timely and costeffective delivery of products to stores and customers while driving operational excellence developing highperforming teams and strengthening service levels across all DCs.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Lead daytoday operations across multiple distribution centers ensuring consistent execution in receiving putaway picking packing shipping and returns.
• Establish and enforce standards for productivity quality safety and customer service.
• Ensure all facilities maintain high standards of organization equipment readiness and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure operational processes and performance expectations are consistently applied across all facilities.
• Monitor KPIs identify trends resolve issues and implement corrective actions.

People Leadership

• Lead train coach and develop Distribution General Managers Shift Managers and frontline teams.
• Provide direct leadership to DGMs and indirect leadership to all DC teams.
• Build a culture of accountability teamwork safety and continuous improvement.

Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute operational insights to strategic plans and company initiatives.
• Develop and execute action plans that improve productivity quality and service levels.
• Lead crossfacility processimprovement initiatives to enhance efficiency reduce waste and strengthen service.

Financial & Systems Management

• Support annual budget creation and P&L development.
• Manage labor cost control and operational efficiency to meet financial objectives.
• Champion adoption of WMS/ERP capabilities and ensure standardized systemdriven workflows.

Safety Compliance & Collaboration

• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment aligned with OSHA DOT and company standards.
• Lead safety training audits and correctiveaction programs across all facilities.
• Partner with Purchasing Inventory Control Sales Store Operations and Customer Service to align distribution capabilities with business needs.

Tools & Support Provided

• Companyissued laptop
• Vehicle stipend/fuel card and mobile phone allowance
• Corporate credit card

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Operations Management Engineering Supply Chain or related field.
• 5 years of operations management experience in distribution logistics or manufacturing; Automotive Aftermarket experience a plus.
• Experience leading multisite operations preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office ERP systems and WMS platforms.
• Ability to travel up to 75% across the region.