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Materials Manager

Job Description

Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Materials Manager at our manufacturing facility located in Seagoville, TX.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Materials Manager reports directly to the Plant Manager, and will be responsible for production planning, plant scheduling, and the procurement of materials.  The Materials Manager will work closely with our Shipping/Warehouse Manager, Purchasing, and Operations Manager to deliver product to our customers on time while optimizing cost, quality and equipment utilization.

• Drive front-end procurement and coordinating production planning and scheduling.
• Interact with leaders in Operations and Shipping to ensure we deliver to our customers on time while optimizing cost, quality, and equipment utilization.
• Build and maintain excellent lines of communication with various internal contacts, as well as with external and end customers, while maintaining a strong commitment to customer service.
• Coordinate a broad global supply chain that accommodates the seasonal nature of our business that ramps up quickly at the beginning of the season and drops off quickly at the end of the season.
• Performs other tasks or duties as assigned.
• A strong customer service mindset
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and reporting tools.
• Exceptional problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to interact with all levels of both internal and customer organizations.
• A personal drive for growth and the potential to accept additional responsibilities within the organization

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

•  6 years of related industry experience is required
• Minimum 3 years of materials management and production scheduling experience is required
• Experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is preferred
• Experience in high-volume metal fabrication (e.g. forming, cutting, welding) and assembly or in the automotive or heavy truck sectors a definite plus
• Experience scheduling a highly seasonal operation requiring rapid changes in output and a high degree of product variation is preferred

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering or a comparable discipline is preferred

 

We care for our people.  Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

• Dexter offers a competitive wage
• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
• 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions
• Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

Dexter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. We do not provide sponsorship. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.