Operations Coordinator at Ferguson in Grimes, IA

Job Posting:

Starting at $22.00 per hour and can pay higher based on experience

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 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.

Job Function and Responsibilities:

The Operations job family leads all the business operations within a branch location or multiple branch locations within a defined geography and/or product group. General areas of responsibility include providing leadership for the organization's customer-facing associates and branch functions. Positions in operations leadership are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization's branches, areas, and other geographic units and KOB groups.

Areas of Impact:

Delivers job responsibilities following a defined standard output or set of procedures. Work consists of tasks that are very routine, or well defined, with specific instructions to achieve standardized solutions.

Problem solving:

Problems and issues faced are routine and solutions are clear. Follows a well-established and familiar set of job activities and/or job process to solve a problem.

Hours are Monday to Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (8-hour shift)

Job duties:

• Act within the scope of established objectives and policies to accomplish assigned goals
• Under the direction of the manager, maintain inventories, conduct physical inventories, maintain location appearance, and complete day-to-day paperwork
• Work with vendors and Ferguson shared services division to clear vendor pricing discrepancies
• Facilitate customer credit memos with accuracy based on company guidelines
• Work WMS Variance and Cycle Count Reconciliation
• Develop or implement quality control programs
• Implements operational efficiency improvements which may include, but are not limited to, standardization of systems, quality control, safety, and customer satisfaction
• Review customer invoices for pricing and costing accuracy as well as freight billing and costing
• Oversee the facilities of the operation to provide a safe and well-maintained work environment
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety standards and adheres to all safety policies, rules, regulations and procedures
• Participates in associate meetings and communicates any concerns to management

Qualifications and requirements:

• 1 - 3 years Ferguson experience is preferred
• 1 - 3 years sales experience is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Position to be based in Des Moines, IA
• Self-motivated/goal oriented
• Ability to effectively multi-task
• Organization and time management skills
• Excellent decision making and communication skills
• Knowledge of Trilogie and Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUP and combining spreadsheets) a plus
• Knowledge of WMS/HighJump prefered but not required
• Ability to handle stress
• Team player with good attitude
• Understands importance of customer service
• Willingness to help in other areas, besides operations, when needed

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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$18.08 - $25.29

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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 employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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