Operations Manager Waterworks

Job Posting:

Since 1953 Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. 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 36000 associates across 1700 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.

Ferguson is currently seeking an Operations Manager to join our Waterworks team! This role leads our Michigan waterworks business operations ensuring we maintain our reputation for extraordinary service and operational integrity.

Position Details:

• Reports to the General Manager

• Support a team of over 50 associates contributing to a collaborative and high-performing business unit environment.

Business Accountabilities and Operational Management:

• Supports business and sales objectives through the effective and efficient management

• Collaborates with the General Manager and other key leaders to build steer and strengthen the culture.

• Supports the Key Leadership Team with on-site support in the same facility/vicinity to foster in person communication between themselves and the remainder of the key leaders.

• Supports day-to-day business process and function.

• Aligns with the District Operations Manager with prioritizing corporate objectives as well as areas of improvement.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain company policies for the Waterworks business unit.

• Implements operational efficiency improvements which may include but are not limited to standardization of systems quality control safety site selection facility design and customer satisfaction.

• Manage the internal audit process to ensure compliance with organizational standards.

• Identify and implement process improvements based on experience and findings.

• Develop and recommend specific courses of action based on analysis of data to ensure we are striving toward proper data driven decisions.

• Maintain the safety and security of the Branch in accordance with OSHA standards and carry out all policies rules regulations and procedures set by the organization.

• Support the development of branch leadership through coaching and mentoring opportunities.

• Lead associates implement processes and policies to profitably maintain and grow market share sustain customer loyalty and provide opportunities for growth.

• Identify new opportunities for cost savings.

• Facilitate and develop standard operating procedures.

• Participate in leadership meetings and represent associate concerns policies and guidelines to the management team.

• Conduct regular associate and branch leadership meetings to promote change leadership and continuous improvement.

• Represent the organization to customers associates and leadership as needed.

• Collaborate with the shared purchasing center to assist in managing purchasing and inventory control activities

• Grow market operationally through facility additions changes and HR moves to promote growth.

• Facility management and approval of maintenance needs or changes for business and market needs.

• Business Process Review to manage locations to meet company goals in accordance to process and inventory requirements.

• Advise and support business unit district waterworks division and company initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years water wastewater or related infrastructure industry experience

• Ability to apply knowledge and skills with understanding of external environment factors.

• Experience providing expert advice coaching and counseling within field/function area.

• Exceptional ability to organize and prioritize work.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective presentations to groups at multiple levels of the organization (associates branch leaders GMs etc).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Outlook Teams Word Excel PowerPoint Access etc.).

• Ability to effectively use Fergusons inventory and logistics system (Trilogie).

• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills to effectively respond to urgent situations

At 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!

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Pay Range:

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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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 employerF/M/Disability/Vet/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity.

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