Full-Time

Distribution Center General Manager

Posted on 9/2/2025

American Tire Distributors

American Tire Distributors

1,001-5,000 employees

Distributes replacement tires to retailers

No salary listed

Norfolk, VA, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (3)
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Required Skills
Inventory Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • High School or GED degree
  • 7 years of related experience including management experience preferred
  • 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
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 (SOPs) 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 talent management and development, including recruitment, training, succession planning, and performance management and evaluations
  • 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
Desired Qualifications
  • 7 years of related experience including management experience preferred
American Tire Distributors

American Tire Distributors

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American Tire Distributors is a large wholesaler in the North American aftermarket tire market. It buys tires from manufacturers and sells them through a network that includes more than 115 distribution centers to about 80,000 customers, such as independent tire dealers and auto repair shops. Its products are typical passenger and light truck tires from major brands, supplied to a fragmented customer base that stores smaller inventories. The company adds value with reliable, frequent delivery, marketing support, and digital tools to help customers manage their businesses. Its business model relies on scale and efficient logistics to keep inventories flowing and margins healthy by markup on tire purchases. While ATD has faced financial challenges, including a Chapter 11 filing, it remains a major player in tire distribution.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Huntersville, North Carolina

Founded

1935

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Tirebuyer.com integration expands direct-to-consumer digital sales channels beyond traditional dealers.[1]
  • Exclusive North American Avayler Mobile rights enable advanced dynamic pricing capabilities.[3]
  • Scale advantages in logistics and inventory management support same-day/next-day delivery.[8]

What critics are saying

  • Chapter 11 bankruptcy erodes manufacturer negotiating power, squeezing margins 10-20% within months.[2]
  • Michelin and Goodyear direct-to-dealer platforms capture 20-30% replacement tire volume.[4]
  • TBC Brands diverts 15-25% of ATD's 80,000 customers via superior digital ordering.[2]

What makes American Tire Distributors unique

  • Operates 146 North American distribution centers delivering 18,000 daily shipments nationwide.[7]
  • Offers over 100 tire brands plus proprietary Hercules® tires to 80,000 customers.[1]
  • Deployed Avayler B2B software enabling dynamic scheduling and mobile routing optimization.[5]

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Company News

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Oct 24th, 2024
American Tire Distributors enters Chapter 11 to restructure debt

American Tire Distributors (ATD) has commenced voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.

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Traction News
Jul 16th, 2021
American Tire Distributors, Inc. partners with Halfords Limited

American Tire Distributors, an independent supplier of replacement tires, announced it has entered a partnership with Halfords, UK’s provider of motoring cycling products and services, through the latter’s launch of its newest proprietary software, Avayler.

FreightWaves
Nov 27th, 2020
American Tire Distributors taps OneRail platform for on-demand deliveries

American Tire Distributors will utilize on-demand delivery platform OneRail to manage its replacement tire delivery program

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