Business Improvement Manager

Business Improvement Manager

We are searching for an experienced Business Improvement Manager at our Plant 4 HQ-Elkhart-IN facility.

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 Business Improvement Manager
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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.

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We are seeking a results‑driven Business Improvement Manager to lead initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement across our organization. The ideal candidate will analyze business performance, identify opportunities for growth, and implement strategies that improve productivity, efficiency and profitability.

The Business Improvement Manager will report to the VP of Integration and Business Improvement.

• Confirm expected outcomes and parameters with key stakeholders of assigned projects
• Analyze and develop the costs and benefits of multiple solutions that consider best practices and ease of implementation
• Present findings and recommendations to Senior Leadership in a concise format that fosters decision making

• Develop project plan that defines stakeholders, resource requirements, timelines, sequencing, risks, KPI’s/Metrics
• Collaborate with other functional groups to streamline workflows, clarify commitments and ensure accountability
• Develop report‑out format and cadence
• Makes adjustments, overcomes obstacles, minimizes risk
• Creates post‑project metrics and plan to solidify improvements

• Ensures employees see change as an opportunity, not a disruption.
• Shapes culture of continuous evolution and improvement

• Provide accurate and concise reporting to senior leadership
• Establish credibility and lead teams to ensure full vetting of issues, risks and opportunities

Preferred candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Accounting/Finance
• 5+ years of OpEx, Project Management, FP&A and/or operations experience in a multi‑site (minimum 5 sites) manufacturing or distribution business with revenue >$100MM
• Distribution Operations and Warehousing management experience preferred
• Experience working in or implementation of an ERP (D365 a plus)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent planning and time management skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel (ability to create pivot tables), Power
  
  BI proficiency and has had exposure to or used Project Management software.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, results oriented environment and lead cross functional teams
• Proven track record of leading and executing complex projects that have delivered $500K+ of value
• 6 sigma training and/or other lean manufacturing certifications preferred
• Project Management Certification (PMP) a plus
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the year

• Elkhart, IN, Springfield, MO, Mt. Pleasant, TX

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.

• 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!

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.