DC Shipping Manager - 3rd Shift

FERGUSON•Grand Prairie, TX

19h•$4,125 - $9,075

About The Position

Ferguson is seeking a Shipping Manager for its Grand Prairie Distribution Center. The role leads a team of hourly associates and coordinates workload planning, production, and execution in a fast-paced distribution operation. The manager oversees shift operations, including selection, shipping, receiving, cross-docking, and trailer loading, while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, inventory control, quality, and customer service goals are met. The position works a third-shift schedule beginning at 9 PM, with the manager expected to arrive approximately one hour before the shift starts. The manager develops weekly operations plans, balances workload to meet budget and production targets, and coaches and develops associates to foster engagement, collaboration, and career growth.

Requirements

2–5 years of management experience in supply chain distribution.
Proficiency in OSHA and DOT regulations.
Previous experience implementing employee engagement, mentoring, and development initiatives.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize workload, balance multiple demands, and meet timelines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or at least 5 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 and oversee production and execution of 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 on time.
Oversee 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.
Lead warehouse inventory control and the overall quality program to meet daily service levels and perfect-order metrics.
Promote employee engagement through coaching and development programs and foster a positive, collaborative work environment that supports individual skills and career growth.