Distribution Center HR Generalist

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.

Ferguson is looking for a dynamic Human Resources Generalist to join our Distribution Center Team and help shape the employee experience. If you thrive on building rapport, delivering exceptional service, and want to play a key role in the success of a multi-billion-dollar industry leader, this opportunity is for you!

This is an onsite opportunity at our Celina, OH. Distribution Center.

The position supports 120 hourly team members and 10 exempt leaders. It centers on associate engagement, leadership development, and encouraging a positive, high-performance culture throughout the Distribution Center. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted partner to both hourly associates and front‑line leaders, providing guidance on performance management, talent development, policy interpretation, etc. This role plays a critical part in supporting operational excellence by ensuring consistent HR practices, fostering open communication, and championing initiatives that enhance retention, inclusion, and overall associate experience.

The HR Generalist will also collaborate closely with the DC leadership team on staffing strategies, training programs, succession planning, and change management efforts to support a rapidly evolving, fast‑paced logistics environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assesses gaps and opportunities for improvement of policies and processes relating to HR and recommend solutions.

• Analyze, prepare, and maintain reporting for leadership team.

• Assists in the development and delivery of training to managers, supervisors, and employees on human resource related laws and policies.

• Researches and stays abreast of current developments, amendments, and interpretational changes in laws affecting human resources and employer/employee relations; educates and trains staff accordingly; makes recommendations for changes to policies and procedures to maintain compliance with new developments.

• Partners with HRIS, coordinates the HR Audit process for all audits, review contracts for HR compliance, responds immediately to all audit findings, ensures new processes and policies are implemented to ensure future HR compliance with contracts and grants.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business or related experience.

• Minimum of two years of experience in an HR position

• Intuition for business, partnered with a dedication to compliance and legality matters.

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Ability to listen attentively to people's ideas and concerns.

• Analytical, diligent, and detail oriented.

• Outstanding project management and planning abilities.

• Ability to build effective, trusting relationships that contribute to personal and team efficiency.

• Keeps matters confidential and uses tact and courtesy while safeguarding confidentiality.

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:

$4,766.67 - $7,625.00

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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