Distribution Center Shipping Manager

Ferguson; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 43,731 - 96,219; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Mental health coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

Ferguson is seeking a Shipping Manager in Waterloo to lead warehouse operations and manage a team. Ideal candidates have over 5 years in supply chain distribution, excellent communication skills, and managerial experience.

This role emphasizes safety compliance, quality control, and employee development. Competitive benefits include health, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k) with a company match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ management experience in supply chain distribution.
• Proficient in OSHA and DOT regulations.
• Project management experience desired (LEAN, KAIZEN, Agile).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for workload planning and production execution.
• Coordinate safety and regulatory compliance.
• Lead selection, shipping, receiving, and trailer loading operations.

Skills

Warehouse management

Order fulfillment

Inventory control

Process management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

WMS

LMS

Job description

Ferguson is seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Shipping Manager in our Waterloo Distribution Center. If you are a proven leader in warehouse management, order fulfillment, inventory control, process management, work‑shift coordination, and are organized with great communication skills, this is the position for you!

This position coordinates a team of hourly associates working a Mid‑Shift schedule: Monday - Friday 11 am to 8 pm (or until the job is complete).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the workload planning, production, and execution of a fast‑paced operation with the leadership and development of associates
• Coordinate and ensure all safety and regulatory compliance in a proactive and positive manner
• Lead all aspects of shift operations to include selection, shipping, receiving, cross docking and trailer loading operations
• Establish weekly operations plans to ensure all customer volume is processed in a timely manner
• Run DCs quality functions: supervise internal/external quality controls; track service commitment levels and effectiveness, develop quality initiatives; implement standard methodologies
• Balance workload planning to reach budget and production goals
• Lead all aspects of inventory control in our warehouse and overall quality program to meet daily levels of service and perfect order metrics
• Champion employee engagement through coaching and development programs, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment while enhancing individual skills and career growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 5+ years’ management experience in supply chain distribution
• WMS and LMS experience strongly preferred
• Proficient in OSHA and DOT regulations
• Project management experience desired (LEAN, KAIZEN, Agile)
• Previous experience implementing employee engagement, mentoring and development initiatives
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to prioritize workload appropriately in order to balance multiple demands and meet timelines as required

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 includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, and associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements such as mental health coverage, gender‑affirming and family‑building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more.

Pay Range

$3,918.60 - $8,621.80

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. Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information.