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Supply Planner

Job Description

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

Manage the inventory pipeline to support existing and new business, as well as expansions. When needed, lead the acquisition process for assigned products and team members to ensure we have the right items, in the right place, at the right time.

More specifically, this position will be responsible for activities including but not limited to the following:

• Follow up on all past due material, reconcile open orders with suppliers and ensure accurate expected material quantities and dates are updated in ERP system 
• Analyze insufficient inventory reports, placing required spot buys to fulfill requirements and/or expediting material already on purchase order
• Resolve receiving and supplier invoice discrepancies 
• Review supplier shipping errors and take appropriate action 
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance related to on-time delivery, fill-rate, and shipping errors 
• Work cross functionally to communicate opportunities for improvement 
• Leverage existing reports to achieve goals

• Demonstrate detailed understanding of supplier minimum order requirements, lead times, ABC Classification, safety stock and reorder point calculations
• Communicate min / max disputes to assigned planner / forecaster 
• Execute buying strategies to maintain inventory availability while minimizing working capital investment 
• Collaborate and meet with vendors regularly
• Collaborate and meet with Procurement 
• Collaborate with Logistics and Brand Managers to optimize freight expenses
• Provide cross functional support and training to other team members
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Adheres to company policies and procedures
• Willing to operate in an open communication culture with a cross functional team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years directly related experience
• Exceptional communication, interpretation, and organizational skills
• Working grasp of best practices in inventory management including replenishment methods and inventory turn management
• General knowledge sufficient to perform the major job duties and tasks. Includes proficiency in word processing, and spreadsheets to prepare business reports and correspondence with speed and accuracy. Also includes keyboarding and ten-key sufficient to enter data and prepare reports and documents quickly and accurately. Includes understanding all applicable ERP screens and tools sufficient to maintain the appropriate quantity of stocking inventory to maximize ROI, and customer service
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proven ability to build consensus and work effectively across the distribution team

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or other relevant fields of study preferred or 5+ years of related experience. 

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.