Receiving Manager
About The Position
Ferguson is seeking a Receiving Manager for its North Charleston, South Carolina Shipping Hub. The position oversees a team of hourly associates in a 112,000-square-foot warehouse, with four to five direct reports. The regular schedule is first shift, beginning at 8 a.m., with the ability to cover other shifts as needed. The Receiving Manager reports to the Senior Warehouse Manager. The manager oversees inbound receiving operations, including unloading and stocking shipments, maintaining accurate and timely product and paperwork processing, and ensuring the warehouse is clean, orderly, and efficiently organized. The role provides direction and mentorship to team members, coordinates receiving schedules and delivery status with internal and external contacts, resolves documentation issues, promotes safety, and leads team performance and continuous improvement. Ferguson describes its benefits as supporting associates’ mental, physical, and financial well-being.
Requirements
- Strong background in warehouse operations and logistics.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize workload, balance multiple demands, and meet timelines.
- Solid understanding of OSHA regulations.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of experience in a Warehouse Management or Warehouse Supervisor role; preferred.
- Receiving/inbound and inventory experience; strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate the unloading and stocking of inbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for products and paperwork.
- Ensure warehouse space is used optimally and kept clean and orderly.
- Provide mentorship and direction to team members on proper receiving procedures.
- Communicate with receiving clerks, headquarters, and drivers about inbound delivery status and changes to receiving schedules.
- Research and resolve issues involving purchase orders and receiving documents.
- Ensure receiving documentation, freight claims, and correspondence with headquarters are completed promptly and accurately.
- Promote safe work practices and resolve identified safety concerns.
- Establish and communicate performance standards to associates.
- Lead the team in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct counseling, mentoring, and performance appraisals as indicated.
- Provide recommendations for selecting new associates.
- Participate in regular DC leadership communications and meetings to coordinate shift activities.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid time off.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Bonus or incentive plan eligibility.
- Mental health coverage.
- Gender-affirming and family-building benefits.
- Paid parental leave.
- Associate discounts.
- Community involvement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
