Operations Manager - Integrated

FERGUSON

1d•Remote

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. Ferguson Enterprises is named by Forbes as one of America’s best employers! We are a company committed to working in our communities and recognized for this work. Our associates’ growth and development are shown in the long tenure of our team. Ferguson - Integrated Supply Division has a remote position open for an Operations Manager overseeing integrated services at customer sites located in the Northeast region. This position is remote (the associate must reside in the region), requiring frequent travel to multiple customer facilities in the industrial manufacturing sector located in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The role is primarily responsible for direct oversight of onsite teams and service levels that are providing daily procurement, onsite logistics and inventory management for MRO products. The Operations Manager is the main point of contact for each customer and works closely with various departments and partners through the facilities to drive cost savings and implement efficiencies for plant functions.

Requirements

Background in purchasing/procurement.
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Proven ability to follow documented procedures
Ability to effectively communicate in writing & verbally
Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations to groups
Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)
A willingness to learn how to manage a business

Nice To Haves

Purchasing/Supply Chain Management certification preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the components of supply management and logistics, including personnel, inventory, procurement and contract fulfillment.
Build and maintain vendor relationships as well as customer relationships
Sourcing and procurement, reporting, cost reduction, and margin improvement
Review and maintain inventory levels
Formulate and implement policies on processes to improve service, enhance the supply chain, and increase return on investment
Maintain the safety and security of the facility in accordance with OSHA standards and enforce all policies, rules, regulations and procedures set by the organization
Maintain documents according to record retention policy
Completes the analysis and identification of process gaps and continuous improvement opportunities, inspiring changes and lean improvements in operations.
Participate in leadership meetings and represent associate concerns, policies and guidelines to the management team
Represent the organization to customers, associates and leadership as needed