Distribution Center Shipping Manager

Ferguson Enterprises • Waterloo, IA

42d • Onsite

About The Position

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).

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred

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.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match
• mental health coverage
• gender affirming and family building benefits
• paid parental leave
• associate discounts
• community involvement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree