Distribution Center Shipping Manager

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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 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 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!

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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.

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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.

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