Tire Discounters, the nation's largest family-owned and operated tire business, was founded almost 50 years ago. We are dedicated to providing exceptional automotive service with a focus on transparency and care to our nearly 2,300 team members, we offer diverse career paths, industry-leading training, and a commitment to our core values.
As a family-owned tire and automotive service retailer, our mission is to prioritize people and safety above all else. We are dedicated to delivering a "WOW" experience to our customers and team members, with a commitment to always do the right thing and challenge the status quo.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Inventory Planning & Replenishment
- Monitor inventory levels across distribution centers and retail stores to maintain targeted service levels and product availability.
- Generate and manage replenishment orders for warehouses using the Order Management System.
- Create, submit, and track purchase orders with suppliers to support forecasted demand and inventory objectives.
- Forecast inventory requirements based on sales trends, seasonality, promotions, lead times, and business initiatives.
- Establish and maintain inventory parameters, including warehouse safety stock, reorder points, store stock plans and stocking strategies.
- Identify and execute opportunities to improve inventory turnover while minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
- Lead product phase-in and phase-out activities to ensure successful product transitions and reduce obsolete inventory exposure.
Supply Chain Operations
- Maintain the integrity of inventory, purchasing, and order management system data to ensure accurate planning and execution.
- Monitor supplier performance, lead times, fill rates, and service level agreements (SLAs), proactively resolving supply disruptions and exceptions.
- Track inbound shipments and freight activity while forecasting receiving volumes for distribution centers.
- Collaborate with distribution center leadership to support efficient inventory flow, warehouse replenishment, and e-commerce fulfillment operations.
- Analyze inventory and operational performance metrics and prepare recurring KPI reports for leadership.
Transportation & Distribution Support
- Partner with the Fleet Manager to optimize delivery routes, vehicle utilization, and load balancing across the distribution network.
- Monitor store delivery frequency and service levels to ensure consistent support of retail operations.
- Assist in managing company transportation assets, including fleet utilization, compliance, maintenance coordination, and operational performance.
- Support initiatives aimed at reducing transportation costs while maintaining service expectations.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to increase productivity, accuracy, and cost effectiveness.
- Support cross-functional initiatives involving merchandising, procurement, distribution, transportation, and retail operations.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, operating procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Safeguard company assets, including inventory, equipment, vehicles, systems, and proprietary information.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Strong understanding of inventory management, replenishment planning, warehouse operations, and supply chain processes.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
- Knowledge of inventory planning concepts including demand forecasting, lead times, safety stock, inventory turns, and service levels.
- Ability to identify supply chain bottlenecks and develop effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization.
- Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused mindset.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high performance standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, lookups, data analysis, and reporting.
- Experience working with ERP, OMS, WMS, and TMS platforms preferred.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to work occasional Saturdays and extended hours as business needs require.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered, including:
- Associate degree and 2–4 years of relevant experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, purchasing, logistics, or supply chain operations; or
- High school diploma or equivalent and 5+ years of experience in inventory control, distribution, fulfillment, transportation, or supply chain operations.
- Experience supporting multi-location retail distribution networks preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Position operates primarily in an office environment with periodic visits to distribution centers, warehouses, transportation facilities, and retail locations.
- Prolonged periods of sitting while performing computer-based work, data analysis, reporting, and supply chain planning activities.
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Frequent use of computer, keyboard, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
- Ability to travel periodically to distribution centers, warehouses, retail locations, and other operational facilities as business needs require.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with company standards.
- Requires regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, transportation providers, distribution personnel, and store operations teams.
