Shipping Manager - 1st 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. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best‑in‑class products, service and capabilities across numerous industries.

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

• Responsible for workload planning, production, and execution of a fast‑paced operation with 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, including 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 DC 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

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 5+ years of 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

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value each associate’s well‑being and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, mental health coverage, gender‑affirming and family‑building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more.

Pay Range: $4,743.90 – $10,436.80. (Monthly for salaried roles, hourly for all other roles). This role is bonus or incentive plan eligible.

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