DC Operations Leader: Inventory, Quality & Lean

Ferguson; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferguson is hiring an Operations Manager to guide business operations at the Richland, WA Distribution Center. This role drives operational excellence, inventory accuracy, and process standards, leading quality programs, audits, and data-driven performance improvements.

You will develop teams, improve system integrity, and support overall DC performance through analytics, accountability, and continuous improvement, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in distribution, warehouse operations, quality, or inventory control.
• Proven experience with inventory management, auditing, and process improvement.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data systems (e.g., WMS, Easy Metrics, Excel).
• Leadership experience developing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of safety and compliance standards in a warehouse setting.
• Willingness to relocate to various U.S. locations throughout career to support needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive quality programs, audits, and SOP compliance initiatives.
• Oversee inventory control, cycle counts, and variance analysis to improve accuracy.
• Utilize data systems to monitor performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support safety, compliance, and training across the distribution center.

Skills

Distribution operations

Inventory control

Leadership

Data analysis

Safety compliance

Relocation willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

WMS

Excel

Job description

Ferguson is hiring an Operations Manager to guide business operations at the Richland, WA Distribution Center. This role drives operational excellence, inventory accuracy, and process standards, leading quality programs, audits, and data-driven performance improvements.

You will develop teams, improve system integrity, and support overall DC performance through analytics, accountability, and continuous improvement, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across the site.