Shipping Manager

FERGUSON; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Ferguson is seeking a Shipping Manager for its Appleton, WI warehouse. The role leads a 1st shift team of 9+ associates, coordinating loading, stocking, and order fulfillment while ensuring safety and compliance with PPE, OSHA, and DOT rules.

You will hire and train staff, optimize space, and maintain efficient warehouse operations. Candidate should have 2+ years in warehouse supervision, be proficient with HighJump/Dispatch Track or similar WMS, and possess strong communication and

Qualifications

• Strong background in warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, delivery, and inventory.
• 2+ years of warehouse management or supervisory experience.
• Proficient in OSHA and DOT regulations.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems; HighJump and Dispatch Track preferred but teachable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Applications.
• Strong attention to detail, leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple demands.
• Excellent communication skills and team management ability.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of 9+ warehouse associates on a 1st shift starting at 7:30AM.
• Assist drivers loading trucks for 1st and 2nd runs in temperamental conditions.
• Maintain space, cleanliness, and orderly operations in the warehouse.
• Hire, train, and develop a productive warehouse staff.
• Coordinate unloading and stocking inbound shipments and picking/shipping outbound orders with accuracy.
• Ensure warehouse security and associate safety; report accidents to branch management.
• Assist associates with picking processes.
• Comply with safety regulations including PPE usage and weight limits (400 lbs cap).

Skills

Warehouse operations

Supervisory experience

OSHA regulations

DOT regulations

Leadership

Attention to detail

Team communication

Tools

HighJump

Dispatch Track

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 a Shipping Manager to join our Appleton, WI warehouse!

Responsibilities:

• Supervise a team of 9+ warehouse associates working a 1st shift schedule beginning at 7:30AM
• Responsible to assist drivers loading trucks for 1st and 2nd runs potentially in temperamental elements
• Ensure warehouse space is used effectively and kept clean and orderly
• Maintain and develop a productive warehouse by hiring, training, and providing professional development for all of its associates
• Supervise, coordinate, and participate in unloading and stocking of inbound shipments and the picking and shipping of outbound orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness with both product and paperwork
• Maintain security of warehouse and safety of all associates and equipment, reporting any accidents and conveying any issues to branch management
• Responsible for assisting warehouse associates with picking process
• Must adhere to all safety regulations, including the correct usage of personal protective equipment (PPE). This includes wearing a safety harness with a maximum weight capacity of 400 lbs

Qualifications:

• A strong background in Warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, delivery, and inventory is required
• 2+ years of warehouse management or supervisory experience
• Proficient in OSHA and DOT regulations
• Warehouse Management Systems, Highjump, Dispatch Track software experience preferred but willing to teach the right candidate
• Proficient with all Microsoft Applications required
• A strong attention to detail, leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize workload appropriately in order to balance multiple demands and meet timelines
• Phenomenal communication skills and the ability and desire to manage a team

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:

$4,124.70 - $9,075.00

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 employerF/M/Disability/Vet/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information