Distribution Center Operations Leader (Lean & Data-Driven)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Ferguson seeks an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager in Front Royal, VA to lead daily warehouse operations, safety, staffing and continuous improvement. You will drive performance, develop future leaders, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to meet service, quality, and cost objectives.

You will apply Lean principles, SQL-enabled analytics, and workforce planning to optimize productivity and inventory accuracy while fostering 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 experience 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, labor management tools, and operational reporting platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with data-driven decisions.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution center operations and drive safety, staffing, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Develop future leaders and create a culture of accountability and engagement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement operational strategies and growth initiatives.
• Use KPIs and data to measure performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Transportation, Inventory, Sales, Finance and HR to support business goals.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

SQL fluency

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Labor management tools

Operational reporting platforms

Microsoft 365

Job description

Ferguson seeks an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager in Front Royal, VA to lead daily warehouse operations, safety, staffing and continuous improvement. You will drive performance, develop future leaders, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to meet service, quality, and cost objectives.

You will apply Lean principles, SQL-enabled analytics, and workforce planning to optimize productivity and inventory accuracy while fostering a culture of accountability and engagement.