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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.\nLead Operations. Develop People. Drive Results.\nWe are seeking an experienced Distribution Center Operations Manager to lead daily operations within our Front Royal, VA Distribution Center and play a critical role in the success of our facility. In this leadership position, you will oversee warehouse operations, safety, staffing, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement efforts while developing future leaders and driving a culture of accountability and engagement.\nAs a key member of the site leadership team, you will partner closely with the General Manager and cross-functional business partners to implement operational strategies, improve performance, and support growth initiatives.\nWhat You'll Do\nLead Distribution Center Operations\nApply strong analytical skills and SQL fluency to turn operational data into actionable insights, maintain audit-ready documentation and controls, and lead Lean and 5S practices that eliminate waste and sustain results.\nEnsure operational execution consistently meets customer service, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.\nDrive operational excellence through standard work, process discipline, and performance management.\nMonitor workflow, labor utilization, and facility performance to enhance operations and production.\nDevelop staffing and capacity plans aligned with forecasted business demands.\nMaintain an organized, efficient, and audit-ready operation.\nBuild High-Performing Teams\nLead, coach, and develop the Data Analyst and Quality Team\nCreate a culture centered on accountability, engagement, collaboration, and continuous improvement.\nEstablish clear expectations and provide ongoing coaching, development, and performance feedback.\nSupport hiring, talent development, succession planning, and workforce planning initiatives.\nPromote effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization.\nChampion Safety & Compliance\nCultivate a safety-first culture where associates are empowered and engaged in workplace safety.\nConduct operational reviews, inspections, and observations to proactively identify and mitigate risk.\nLead incident investigations and root cause analysis to drive sustainable corrective actions.\nEnsure compliance with OSHA standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.\nDrive initiatives that improve workplace safety, operational quality, and customer satisfaction.\nDrive Continuous Improvement\nUtilize KPIs, operational reporting, and performance metrics to measure success and find opportunities.\nLead initiatives that improve productivity, efficiency, inventory accuracy, quality, and cost performance.\nAnalyze business trends and operational data to implement process improvements and standards.\nDrive labor optimization and resource planning through data-driven decision making.\nPromote a culture where innovation, problem solving, and continuous improvement are part of daily operations.\nPartner Across the Business\nCollaborate with Supply Chain, Transportation, Inventory, Sales, Finance, Human Resources, and other business partners.\nServe as a key contributor to site leadership initiatives and efforts to plan for the future.\nProvide operational insights, performance analysis, and recommendations that support business growth and customer service excellence.\nSupport enterprise projects and operational initiatives that enhance network performance.\nWhat We're Looking For\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.\n5+ years of leadership experience in a Distribution Center, Fulfillment Center, or large-scale warehouse environment.\nStrong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, labor planning, and performance management.\nProven ability to lead teams, develop leaders, and achieve operational results.\nExperience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), labor management tools, and operational reporting platforms.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to use data to make informed decisions.\nEffective communication and relationship-building skills.\nWorking knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.\nProficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience leading multiple operational departments and shifts within a high-volume distribution environment.\nLean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certification.\nExperience with workforce planning, labor management, and capacity modeling.\nProven success driving improvements in safety, productivity, inventory accuracy, quality, and service levels.\nExperience leading operational transformation and organizational change initiatives.\nWhy Join Us?\nThis is an opportunity to lead a critical operation, influence business results, and make a measurable impact on associates, customers, and company performance. You'll work alongside a strong leadership team, develop future leaders, and drive initiatives that shape the future of the Distribution Center network.\nIf you're an operational leader who is passionate about developing people, improving processes, and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.\nAt Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!\n-\nPay Range:\n-\n$9,075.00 - $14,525.00-\nEstimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.\n-\nThis role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.\n-\nFerguson complies with all wage regulations. 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