Cross-Dock Operations & Logistics Manager - Wilmington NC
REVOLUTION AUTO PARTS | NOW HIRING
Cross-Dock Operations & Logistics Manager
| LOCATION Wilmington, NC | TYPE Full-Time | STATUS Exempt | REPORTS TO Owner / GM |
| Build something from the ground up. Revolution Auto Parts is opening a new cross-dock in Wilmington, and we need a hands-on leader to launch it. You'll set up the site, hire and lead the team, and build the systems that keep parts moving. If you like the idea of making something work where nothing exists yet, this role is for you. |
| WHAT YOU'LL DO |
• Launch the location: Set up the office and yard, open vendor accounts, and build simple processes for receiving, dispatch, and paperwork. Early on, you'll pitch in wherever needed, from answering phones to loading a truck.
• Run logistics: Plan daily routes, dispatch drivers, and adjust for weather, breakdowns, and last-minute requests. Track on-time performance, mileage, and fuel costs.
• Keep the fleet moving: Manage preventive maintenance for trucks, trailers, and yard equipment. Keep inspections, registrations, and DOT records current.
• Own quality: Inspect and grade parts from brokers, accept or reject them against company standards, and fix the root cause of returns and errors.
• Manage the paperwork: Process purchase orders and match them to manifests, bills of lading, and invoices. Keep inventory and title records accurate and compliant with NC law.
• Lead the team: Hire, train, and coach drivers and yard staff. Set clear expectations and build a culture that is safe, reliable, and customer focused.
• Grow local relationships: Build strong connections with customers and brokers in the Wilmington area.
| WHAT YOU BRING |
| Must Have • 5+ years in logistics, transportation, or fleet operations • Hands-on experience with route planning, dispatch, and scheduling • 2+ years supervising a team, including hiring and tough conversations • Working knowledge of truck maintenance and DOT requirements • Experience with purchase orders, manifests, bills of lading, and invoices • Strong with numbers, spreadsheets, and learning new software • High school diploma or GED • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record • Forklift certification, or the ability to get it within 30 days | Bonus Points + CDL (Class A or B) + Background in auto parts, salvage, towing, or recycling + Experience opening a new location, branch, or territory + Degree in logistics, supply chain, or business
You'll Thrive Here If You... Stay calm when a truck breaks down or a driver calls out, because you already have a backup plan Catch paperwork mistakes before they cost money Treat the location like your own Are as comfortable on a forklift as you are at a desk running numbers |
| WHAT WE OFFER |
Benefits start after 90 days.
| Dental & Vision | 401(k) | Paid Time Off | Short & Long-Term Disability | Life Insurance |
| THE DETAILS |
• Monday through Friday, with early mornings, some Saturdays, and on-call as needed during launch
• Work is split between the office and an outdoor yard in all weather
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
| Ready to build something? Apply today and tell us about a time you set up a process or team from scratch. |
Revolution Auto Parts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.