Job Description

Auto Warehousing Company is hiring a full time District Manager based out of our Dearborn MI Regional Office. This position is a hybrid schedule, pays weekly and is a part of the bonus program. Apply today for fast consideration!

Job Title:

District Manager

Location:

Dearborn, Michigan

Hybrid Schedule

FLSA:

Salaried Exempt

Reports To:

Vice President Operations

Date:

January 2026

Purpose

The District Manager provides leadership and oversight for two or more facilities, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and customer satisfaction across all terminals in the district. The District Manager directly supervises General Managers, Terminal Managers, and/or other support positions. This position collaborates with executive leadership to align district performance with company strategy. The District Manager plays a key role in customer engagement, sales support, and continuous improvement initiatives, while fostering a culture aligned with the organization's vision, mission, and values.

The District Manager serves as a primary liaison between AWC, customers, railroads, vendors, and internal support functions including Quality, Safety, and Human Resources. This role requires strong operational oversight, financial acumen, labor relations experience, and the ability to lead through change in a dynamic, multi-site environment.

AWC is family-owned and operated. Our vision: We are committed to being North America's leader in finished vehicle logistics. Our mission: Our responsibility is to service customer vehicles safely, efficiently, with quality and pride. Our values: We treat others as they want to be treated. This position ensures consistent alignment with AWC's vision, mission, and values.

Essential Duties

• Provide overall leadership and oversight of assigned AWC facilities, including supervision of General Managers, Terminal Managers, and/or support staff and indirect oversight of other management/supervisory staff and hourly associates.
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production performance across facilities, adjusting resources and strategies as needed to meet operational goals.
• Ensure plant and rail operations meet customer requirements, safety standards, and business objectives.
• Review and analyze production, quality, maintenance, and operational reports to identify trends, root causes, and corrective actions.
• Review Wage-to-Revenue reports and P&L statements on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Provide clear, actionable feedback to direct reports and senior leadership regarding financial performance and opportunities for improvement.
• Support financial analysis related to new customers, contract renewals, and operational changes.
• Interface directly with customers and their representatives to address operational issues, service expectations, and business opportunities.
• Maintain strong working relationships with railroads, vendors, and plant representatives to support seamless operations.
• Ensure customer contracts are reviewed and renewed in a timely manner, with appropriate adjustments approved by the VP of Operations.
• Collaborate with facility management and HR partners regarding hiring, training, performance management, associate relations, and staffing strategies.
• Participate in union-related activities including grievance resolution, arbitrations, and collective bargaining negotiations in partnership with Labor Relations, HR, and outside counsel.
• Promote a culture of respectful, constructive engagement with associates and labor representatives.
• Uphold and model AWC's values, mission, and commitment to safety and quality.
• Support or lead start-ups for new customers and facilities, including operational planning and financial evaluation.
• Partner with Quality and Safety teams on continuous improvement initiatives and future facility or process enhancements.
• Communicate operational challenges, risks, and proposed solutions to the VP of Operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support district and company objectives.

Working Conditions

• Most work is performed indoors; however, frequent travel to operational facilities is required
• Regular exposure to varying weather conditions while visiting terminals and rail yards
• Frequent overnight travel within the assigned district

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience as a Terminal Manager
• 5+ years of experience in auto processing or a shipping/receiving environment
• 5+ years of supervisory or management experience
• 5+ years of experience working in a unionized environment
• Strong understanding of business math, financial reports, and operational metrics
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations
• Proven ability to lead with autonomy while maintaining accountability
• Strong delegation, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, organized reports
• Ability to communicate performance gaps diplomatically and assertively
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical business practices
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions when required
• Valid state driver's license
• Good vision, including visual acuity, depth perception, and the ability to distinguish colors

Physical Demands

Check physical demands that apply

Describe job responsibilities that require physical demands checked

Standing

☒

25

% of time

Observing the work of others

Walking

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25

% of time

Between work areas

Sitting

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25

% of time

Working in office or attending meetings

Lifting

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25-50

lbs.

Tools, supplies, equipment

Carrying

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25-50

lbs.

Tools, supplies, equipment

Pushing

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25-50

lbs.

Carts, hand trucks

Pulling

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25-50

lbs.

Vehicle doors, carts

Stepping

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25

% of time

In and out of vehicles

Balancing

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25

% of time

Working on vehicles with crews

Stooping

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25

% of time

Working on vehicles with crews

Kneeling

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25

% of time

Working on vehicles with crews

Crouching

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25

% of time

Working on vehicles with crews

Crawling

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10

% of time

Working on vehicles with crews

Reaching

☒

25

% of time

Tools, telephone, gear shift, etc.

Handling

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25

% of time

Tools, telephone, gear shift, etc.

Speaking

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Giving instructions, meetings

Hearing

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Meetings, suggestions, instructions

Seeing

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Reports, work quality, etc.

Depth Perception

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Driving vehicles

Color Vision

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Switches, wiring, vehicle identification

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AWC 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, disability, or any other protected class with respect to employment opportunities.