DC Shipping Manager - 3rd Shift

Ferguson Enterprises•Grand Prairie, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ferguson is seeking a Shipping Manager for its Grand Prairie Distribution Center. The role coordinates a team of hourly associates on a third-shift schedule beginning at 9 PM; the manager is expected to arrive roughly one hour before the shift begins. The position oversees workload planning, production, and execution in a fast-paced distribution operation, while leading and developing associates. It also manages shift operations, safety and regulatory compliance, quality, inventory control, and service performance.

Requirements

Two to five years of management experience in supply chain distribution.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize workload, balance multiple demands, and meet timelines.
Proficiency in OSHA and DOT regulations.
Experience implementing employee engagement, mentoring, and development initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or five or more years of hands-on warehouse experience.
Warehouse management system (WMS) and labor management system (LMS) experience.
Project management experience, such as LEAN, KAIZEN, or Agile.

Responsibilities

Plan workload, production, and execution for a fast-paced operation while leading and developing associates.
Coordinate and proactively ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
Lead shift operations, including selection, shipping, receiving, cross-docking, and trailer loading.
Establish weekly operations plans to process customer volume in a timely manner.
Manage distribution center quality functions, including internal and external quality controls, service commitment tracking, quality initiatives, and implementation of standard methodologies.
Balance workload planning to meet budget and production goals.
Oversee warehouse inventory control and the quality program to meet daily service levels and perfect order metrics.
Promote employee engagement through coaching and development programs, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment and supporting associates’ skills and career growth.