Distribution Center Facilities Manager

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, provides best-in-class products, service, and capabilities across Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks, and Residential Digital Commerce. With 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.

About the role

Ferguson is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead planned maintenance and reactive repairs in one of our automated Distribution Centers. This role oversees skilled trades, including automation, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, utilities, and maintenance staff. The ideal candidate is a strategic problem solver with a record of proactive leadership, driving efficient operation and maintenance of all facility systems and site services. This role requires high standards in customer service, strong business sense, and a success record in motivating teams, crafting accountability, and optimizing quality and cost while improving the customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and organization to direct reports through consistent mentoring, leadership improvement, and regular performance evaluations.
• Lead and build partnerships with third-party vendors, service providers, and contractors to review SLAs and SOWs, identify and resolve service gaps, and supervise costs.
• Establish and lead effective standards and procedures for operation and maintenance of all material handling and building systems within a Distribution Center, including power generation, automation, robotics, conveyance, HVAC, fire suppression, and plumbing systems.
• Troubleshoot systems, conduct complete failure analysis, perform repairs, inspections, and planned maintenance tasks as needed.
• Work with other departments to identify and facilitate building and equipment changes to meet evolving business demands.
• Maintain a collaborative and positive relationship with all associates involved in ensuring successful facility operations.
• Represent the company professionally at all times, ensuring quality customer service.
• Abide by all company policies, rules, and regulations, including safety rules and procedures.
• Support corporate programs, goals, and initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Construction, Engineering, Facilities, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent skills and training.
• 5+ years of experience as a Facilities Manager, Chief Engineer, Property Manager, or equivalent, with an emphasis on team development.
• Technical knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, equipment life cycles, and industry standards for maintenance.
• Experience with material handling and packaging equipment, including Autostore, conveyance, boxing, and wrapping equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload while balancing multiple demands and meeting timelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and quality of work.
• Proven focus on results in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner when serving internal customers, vendors, team members, and others.
• Knowledge of all applicable code requirements and compliance with standard operation procedures and protocols (BOCA, NFPA, EPA, OSHA, state, and local regulatory agencies).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, building layouts, equipment specifications, schematics, and system drawings.
• Confirmed knowledge of life safety and auxiliary power systems, fire pumps, HVAC systems, commercial plumbing, electrical and pneumatic controls, compressors, dryers, and conveyors.
• Experience with MS Office Suite, BMS/MMS systems, Tracer Summit controls, PLC, and Ladder logic.

Performance Measurements

• Building Uptime Key Performance Indicators
• Equipment Uptime Key Performance Indicators
• Ability to troubleshoot systems
• Ability to deal with change
• Ability to perform in stressful situations
• Demonstrated responsibility
• Communication skills (oral and written)
• Organizational skills
• Systems and computer knowledge
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage time and multiple projects

Benefits

Ferguson is committed to a holistic approach toward benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical, and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Mental health coverage
• Gender-affirming and family-building benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Associate discounts
• Community involvement opportunities

Pay

Pay Range: $7,425.00 - $12,100.00 per month. This role is bonus or incentive plan eligible. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.