Operations Coordinator; Trainee

Job Overview

The Operations Coordinator role begins with a structured onboarding and development program based in Roseville, MN. Over six months, you’ll rotate through key areas of the business—warehouse operations, sales, customer service, inventory, and purchasing—gaining hands-on experience and working alongside leaders across departments. This immersive experience prepares you for long-term success in your assigned market. Upon completion, you will transition into a permanent Operations Coordinator role in one of the following locations:
Lenexa, KS; O’Fallon, MO; or Omaha, NE.

Base pay range: $15.00/hr - $27.50/hr

• Lenexa, KS – 9301 Rosehill Rd
• O’Fallon, MO – 76 Hubble Dr
• Omaha, NE – 15005 Grover St

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. The starting rate for this position is $25.00 per hour with bonus eligibility in first year and may pay higher for relevant years of experience.

• Manage inventory and maintain accurate records
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized facility
• Resolve vendor pricing issues and process customer credits
• Reconcile system variances and support cycle counts
• Review invoices for pricing, costing, and freight
• Implement process improvements focused on quality and efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support branch success
• Share feedback and participate in team meetings

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 1–3 years of proven experience accepted
• Diligent with strong organizational skills
• Dedicated and goal-focused
• Comfortable leading multiple priorities
• Strong communicator and team collaborator
• Customer-focused approach
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Trilogie, and WMS/High Jump is a plus
• Flexibility to lend support across different operational areas as required

This role is designed for individuals who are ready to grow. You’ll gain exposure to leadership, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration, with opportunities to advance into roles like Market Operations Manager.

• Maintain inventories and conduct physical counts
• Ensure facility appearance and safety standards
• Resolve vendor pricing discrepancies and process customer credit memos
• Reconcile WMS variances and cycle counts
• Review invoices for pricing, costing, and freight accuracy
• Implement quality control and operational efficiency improvements
• Collaborate across departments to support branch success
• Participate in team meetings and communicate feedback to management

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match, plus additional inclusive enhancements.

Pay Range: $15.00 - $27.50. Estimated ranges are monthly for salaried roles or hourly for other roles. This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible. Ferguson complies with wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information.

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