DC Operations Leader: Data-Driven & Safety‑Focused

Ferguson Inc.; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Ferguson seeks an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager for its Front Royal, VA facility. You will lead daily warehouse operations, safety programs, staffing, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement initiatives to meet service and cost objectives.

You will partner with the General Manager and cross-functional teams to implement operational strategies, develop leaders, and drive a culture of accountability and engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of leadership in a Distribution Center, Fulfillment Center, or large-scale warehouse.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, labor planning, and performance management.
• Experience using WMS and operational reporting platforms; strong data analytics.
• Excellent communication and OSHA safety knowledge.
• Microsoft 365 proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead Distribution Center Operations and ensure service, quality, productivity, and cost goals.
• Apply analytics and SQL to derive insights and maintain audit-ready controls.
• Drive standard work, process discipline, and performance management.
• Monitor workflow, labor utilization, and facility performance.
• Develop staffing and capacity plans aligned with forecasted business demands.
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and audit-ready operation.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Data Analyst and Quality Team.
• Promote accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support growth and safety initiatives.
• Lead safety reviews, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.

Skills

Leadership

WMS knowledge

Data analytics

OSHA safety

Communication

Microsoft 365

Inventory control

Labor planning

Problem solving

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Admin, or related field

Tools

WMS

Job description

Ferguson seeks an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager for its Front Royal, VA facility. You will lead daily warehouse operations, safety programs, staffing, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement initiatives to meet service and cost objectives.

You will partner with the General Manager and cross-functional teams to implement operational strategies, develop leaders, and drive a culture of accountability and engagement.