Distribution Center Facilities Manager

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 seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Facilities Manager in one of our automated Distribution Centers. This role is responsible for leading the planned maintenance and reactive repairs by skilled trades, e.g., automation, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, utilities, and supervision of maintenance staff. The ideal candidate must be a strategic problem solver with a record of leading proactively.

The FM will provide leadership and direction to the department and drive the efficient operation and maintenance of all facility systems and overall site services. The person who fills this role must demonstrate high standards in customer service and strong business sense to drive performance and efficiencies. This role requires a success record in motivating and leading teams, crafting accountability, and optimizing quality and cost while improving the customer experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

In addition to the essential job functions described above, this role will be responsible for:

Providing leadership, direction, and organization to direct reports through consistent and frequent mentoring, leadership improvement and regular performance evaluations.

Leading and building partnerships with third-party vendors, service providers, and contractors in reviewing SLAs and SOWs to identify and resolve gaps in service while supervising costs.

Establishing and leading effective standards and procedures for operation and maintenance of all material handling and building systems within a Distribution Center; to include power generation, Automation, robotics, conveyance, HVAC, fire suppression, plumbing systems, etc.

Troubleshooting systems, conducting complete failure analysis, performing repairs, inspections and planned maintenance tasks as needed.

Working with other departments to identify and facilitate building and equipment changes to meet evolving business demands.

Maintaining a collaborative and positive relationship with all associates involved in ensuring successful facility operations.

Representing the company in a professional manner at all times ensuring quality customer service

Abiding by all policies, rules, and regulations of the company including all applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures.

Supporting corporate programs, goals and initiatives of the Company.

Other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge,

Education and Experience:

BA/BS degree in Construction, Engineering, Facilities, Project Management or related field or equivalent skills and training5 years' experience as a Facilities Manager, Chief Engineer, Property Manager or equivalent with an emphasis on team development required

Must have technical knowledge of building mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, equipment life cycles and industry standards for maintenance of such equipment.

Experience with material handling and packaging equipment to include Autostore, conveyance, boxing, and wrapping equipment.

Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload appropriately while balancing multiple demands and meeting timelines.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong attention to detail and quality of work required.

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