Regional Materials Manager

DH Pace • Dallas, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The DH Pace Company is a family-owned and privately held business with annual sales over $1 billion through 60+ offices located across the continental United States. The Company is an industry leader in the distribution, installation, maintenance, and repair of a complete range of commercial, industrial, and residential door, docking and security products. In 2026, DH Pace is celebrating its 100th anniversary in business. DH Pace Company, Inc. aspires to hire a Regional Materials Manager at our Coppell, TX office. This role will have oversight of the material management program for the Southcentral region, which includes the negotiation of material costs, freight costs, and all aspects of inventory control, as well as the management of other supervisory/management roles. This role will also manage overall procurement activities to ensure the best cost is obtained for all materials/equipment ordered and shipped.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and a minimum of up to five (5) years of related experience/training required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Maintain and promote a positive attitude toward customers, internal and external, regardless of the circumstances.
• Communicate with customer, supervisor, or other office personnel in an effective and timely manner.
• Travel up to 60% within the assigned region.
• Must possess a Valid Driver’s License and good driving record

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the materials program for the Southcentral region.
• Develop and implement division strategic procurement sourcing and management across multiple segments, negotiate supplier contracts, and build strong relationships with vendors.
• Manage and analyze inventory through the entire procurement lifecycle including cycle counts and audits for the region.
• Oversee parts, shop, and warehouse operations within the markets implementing, maintaining stock levels, overall efficiencies and providing feedback to improve the operational process.
• Actively lead contract negotiations and foster vendor relations to ensure the company has a competitive advantage when buying based on market research.
• Manage vendor’s performance, product quality, delivery, and cost. Recognize key vendor partners and initiate relationships and buying programs that will assure long term vendor partnerships.
• Efficiently manage, provide leadership for, and develop management staff for future advancement through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
• Determine staffing levels and ensure compliance with company hiring counseling/discipline and termination policies.
• Foster a cooperative and harmonious working climate conducive to maximize employee morale and productivity. Address and resolve all employee concerns/issues in a timely manner.
• Review, evaluate, and measure employee performance against company goals and standards and establish target for improvement when necessary; recommend promotion/job change and/or compensation changes for employees under assigned responsibility on pre-determined and timely basis.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage — available your first full month
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Voluntary benefits including supplemental life and critical illness coverage
• Employee discounts for you and your immediate family
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager