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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 Atlanta, GA.

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.

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

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Drive front-end procurement and coordinate production planning and scheduling.

·         Interact with leaders in Operations and manage 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a comparable technical discipline and at least 6 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Of the 6 years of experience, 3-5 years of materials management and production scheduling experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is highly desired. The successful candidate will combine hands-on execution with the ability to think strategically.

• 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
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and reporting tools
• A working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools based on experience with Six Sigma, Toyota Production System or similar methodologies
• 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
• Advanced level excel skills (e.g. Pivot tbles, vLookups, etc)
• A strong customer service mindset
• Professional certification in Materials Management of Supply Chain (CSCP, CSM, CPSM, etc.) a plus
• A personal drive for growth and the potential to accept additional responsibilities within the organization

Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity:

• Execute with Determination - Be curious, work together, break new ground, find solutions, fulfill our commitments, surpass expectations!
• Connect with People – Empower employees to grow, engage and collaborate; build lasting customer partnerships; care for our communities.
• Do the Right Thing – For our people, for our customers, and for the business. 

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.