Operations Manager - Integrated

Job Description: Ferguson is North America’s leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning 34,000 suppliers and more than one million customers, we deliver local expertise, value-added solutions, and the industry’s most extensive portfolio of products. From infrastructure, plumbing, and appliances, to HVAC, fire protection, fabrication, and more, we make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. Ferguson Industrial Integrated Supply has a position open for an Operations Manager servicing our customer, Mueller, in Decatur, IL. This position will be onsite in a manufacturing environment working alongside our customer, providing procurement services and operational logistics for two storerooms that contain MRO, cutting tools, machine repair components and PPE products. Responsibilities include: Leading the customer’s internal plant logistics for all MRO products Storeroom Management Build and maintain vendor relationships Sourcing and procurement Execute a 5S program. Reporting Cost reduction Customer relationship Cost savings initiatives Review, adjust and maintain proper inventory levels Build customer and supplier contacts The requirements for the Operations Manager role are: Background in purchasing Strong Microsoft Excel skills Proven organization skills Effective communication skills Strong customer service skills A positive demeanor A great work ethic A willingness to learn how to run a business This is a 24hr operation (3 shifts) 5 to 6 days per week and the manager will lead a team consisting of 1 buyer and 6 material handlers. The operations manager will have oversight for 2 separate Mueller plant locations within Decatur and will split their time between the facilities based on the needs of the business and in support of the associates. The ideal candidate should be a strong motivating leader. Previous staff scheduling experience is a plus. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and data analysis is required. Cutting tool knowledge is not required but is an advantage. Ferguson is dedicated to providing meaningful benefits programs and products to our associates and their families—geared toward benefits, wellness, financial protection, and retirement savings. Ferguson offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with company match, paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and parental), employee assistance programs, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and much more! - The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information