Operations Coordinator (Trainee)

Ferguson Enterprises • Milwaukee, MI

5d • $15 - $23

About The Position

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. The Operations Training Program (OTP) begins with a structured onboarding and development curriculum based at our Cincinnati, OH or New Hudson, MI locations. Over 15 months, participants rotate through core areas of the business—including warehouse operations, sales, customer service, inventory and purchasing, and branch operations. Throughout the program, you’ll gain hands-on experience, work closely with leaders across departments, and conclude with a final project presentation to the Regional Leadership Team. This immersive experience equips you for long-term success in your assigned market. Upon completion of the Operation Training Program, you will transition into your permanent Operations role in one of the following states: Michigan Ohio Western PA/West Virginia Illinois Indiana Wisconsin Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM The starting rate for this position is very competitive with bonus eligibility in first year and may pay higher for relevant years of experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 1–3 years of proven experience accepted
• Diligent with strong organizational skills
• Dedicated and goal-focused
• Comfortable leading multiple priorities
• Strong communicator and team collaborator
• Customer-focused approach
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
• Flexibility to lend support across different operational areas as required

Responsibilities

• Hands on exposure to all business departments, learning how each department functions together.
• Help Implement process improvements by using real time analytics focused on quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support branch success.
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Share feedback and participate in team meetings.
• Apply everything you learned towards your next Ferguson opportunity.

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 and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level