DC Operations Manager - Night Shift

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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.

Lead Operations. Develop People. Drive Results.

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager to lead daily operations within our Front Royal Distribution Center and play a critical role in the success of our facility. In this leadership position, you will oversee warehouse operations, safety, staffing, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement efforts while developing future leaders and driving a culture of accountability and engagement.

As a key member of the site leadership team, you will partner closely with the General Manager and cross-functional business partners to execute operational strategies, improve performance, and support growth initiatives.

Important: This position is currently scheduled for night shift ; however, candidates must be shift-flexible
. The selected candidate may be assigned to a day, mid, or night shift based on business needs and should be willing to occasionally support alternate shifts as operational demands require.

• Direct and oversee all facets of warehouse operations including receiving, putaway, replenishment, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and returns.
• Ensure operational execution consistently meets customer service, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Drive consistent performance through standard work, process focus, and performance management.
• Monitor workflow, labor utilization, and facility performance to improve efficiency and efficiency.
• Develop staffing and capacity plans aligned with forecasted business demands.
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and audit-ready operation.

• Lead, coach, and develop Department Managers and frontline leaders.
• Create a culture centered on accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Establish clear expectations and provide ongoing coaching, development, and performance feedback.
• Support hiring, talent development, succession planning, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization.

• Foster a safety-first culture where associates are empowered and engaged in workplace safety.
• Conduct operational reviews, inspections, and observations to proactively identify and mitigate risk.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis to drive sustainable corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive initiatives that improve workplace safety, operational quality, and customer satisfaction.

• Use benchmarks, operational reporting, and key indicators to measure success and discover opportunities.
• Lead initiatives that improve productivity, efficiency, inventory accuracy, quality, and cost performance.
• Analyze business trends and operational data to implement process improvements and best practices.
• Drive labor optimization and resource planning through data-driven decision making.
• Promote a culture where innovation, problem solving, and continuous improvement are part of daily operations.

• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Transportation, Inventory, Sales, Finance, Human Resources, and other business partners.
• Serve as a key contributor to site leadership initiatives and overall planning activities.
• Provide operational insights, performance analysis, and recommendations that support business growth and customer service excellence.
• Support enterprise projects and operational…