Remote Wms Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

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 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:
The Area Industrial Engineer (Area IE) leads labor management and continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce operating costs across their region. This role oversees and supports multiple distribution centers within their area. The Area IE provides expertise and leadership in project management to optimize total performance and operational capability across all functional groups within the DCs. Responsibilities include driving process standardization, leading cross-functional operational and engineering teams, and managing large-scale projects related to best practices, technology applications, material handling systems, facility planning, and labor management systems. The Area IE ensures that all business and project objectives are consistently achieved across the network.
This is a remote role that will support the Eastern Region. Our ideal candidate should be in Central or Eastern time zones, preferably within easy commuting distance from a major airport.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Drives process standardization and continuous improvement across assigned distribution centers to ensure operational objectives are met.
• Provides project management leadership for the implementation and enhancement of Warehouse Management System (WMS) capabilities.
• Partners with local DC leadership to identify operational inefficiencies and secure support for network-wide improvements.
• Leads solution design, cost-benefit analysis, and implementation of operational improvement initiatives.
• Supports business development efforts by offering operational and systems expertise to shape solutions for new business opportunities.
• Ensures consistent use of WMS capabilities, best methods, and operational best practices across all sites.
• Develop and enhance systems and processes to improve user functionality, productivity, and overall efficiency.
• Build and maintain management systems that support ongoing productivity and performance improvement.
• Oversees training and development of data analysts in WMS configuration and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the LMS Manager and DC leadership to continuously drive productivity improvements, uncover performance gaps, and promote adoption of improved practices across the network

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Analysis, Logistics, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years of experience as an Industrial Engineer, Operations/Business Analyst, or Consultant.
• Distribution center or fulfillment experience required.
• Experience supervising or leading teams preferred.
• Proven ability to manage projects and collaborate across functional teams.
• Strong people-leadership and change-management experience.
• Super-user knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and understanding of WMS/LMS system interfaces.
• Experience with Easy Metrics LMS or a comparable labor management system. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SQL.
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis and development of alternative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate data and process insights into clear written and verbal recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, drive consensus, and support continuous improvement.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

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!
Pay Range:
Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate's qualifications and prior experience.
$6,900.30 - $11,275.00
Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.
This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.
Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.
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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