Distribution Center Operations Manager

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager for our Chandler, AZ facility.

The role leads a 320K sq ft DC with 80 hourly associates, directing all operational functions and KPIs to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable warehouse performance. Qualified candidates bring 5+ years of DC management, inventory control expertise, WMS experience, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' management experience in a Distribution Center / Fulfillment Center environment required
• 5+ years handling inventory / operational tasks
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• Ability to adapt and change processes to evolving business requirements
• Strong organizational and leadership skills; respond to urgent situations
• Understand OSHA and DOT regulations; strong decision making
• Proficiency with Microsoft O365 applications

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational functions of the Distribution Center
• Lead and coordinate projects directed by the General Manager
• Develop Department Managers and leadership talent
• Maintain open communication with corporate, branch and distribution associates
• Regularly review procedures and KPIs for cost savings and improvements
• Align departmental goals with KPIs and company objectives
• Drive safety, quality, and profitability to exceed targets
• Act as a strategic partner across departments to improve results
• Ensure efficient and successful warehouse operations
• Manage inventory control within the warehouse

Skills

Management experience

Inventory control

WMS experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

OSHA/DOT knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

WMS software

Microsoft O365

Job description

## Distribution Center Operations ManagerApply: Chandler, AZ: Full time: Posted Today: R-141190**Job Posting:**Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. Ferguson is currently seeking an **Operations Manage**r for our **Distribution Center in Chandler, AZ**. If you have familiarity and experience in warehouse management, order fulfillment, inventory control, process management, work-shift coordination, and are organized with great people skills, this is the position for you! This position entails leading all aspects of a 320K square foot distribution center with 80 hourly warehouse associates. With 11 strategically located regional distribution centers and a growing network of 6+ market distribution centers throughout the US this position offers incredible advancement opportunities! We want to help you build a long-lasting career with Ferguson. Together, we can continue to lead the industry and help build our nation’s infrastructure from the ground up. ## **Responsibilities:** * Responsible for the operational functions of the Distribution Center* Lead other projects as directed by the General Manager.* Responsible for developing Department Managers* Establish and maintain open lines of communication with all corporate associates, branch personnel and distribution associates.* Continuous review, evaluation, and audit of operational procedures and performance KPIs with the purpose of identifying areas for improvement or developing potential cost saving projects.* Build upon Departmental Goals monthly and ensure adherence to established KPIs.* Communicate, in a timely manner, steps taken to correct problems or ongoing issues.* Champion the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of organizational management protocols, practices, and tools* Drive safety, quality, and profitability to meet or exceed company objectives* Act as a strategic partner on the leadership team and liaison among different departments to improve operation results* Ensure warehouse operation is led with efficiency and success* Manage inventory control in our warehouse ## **Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, equivalent experience will be considered* 5+ years' management experience in a Distribution Center / Fulfillment Center environment required* 5+ years handling inventory / operational tasks* Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience* Ability to adapt and change processes to keep pace with the evolving business requirements* Outstanding organizational and leadership skills to reliably respond to urgent situations* Must be process oriented with good judgment and decision-making abilities* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to lead a team* A confirmed understanding of OSHA and DOT regulations* Proficient technical skills included but not limited to Microsoft O365 applications At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!-**Pay Range:**-$4,331.70 - $11,839.30-***Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles* OR *Hourly for all other roles.***-This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.-Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.-*The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.**Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.*