Regional Materials Manager

DH Pace • Dallas, TX

1d • 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
• Successful completion of references, employment verifications, background check, drug screen, and driving record (if applicable) required in advance of hire.

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.
• Core hours are Monday - Friday, 7AM - 5PM with ability to work additional hours as necessary.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options: Available on the 1st day of the month following your start date!
• Paid time off plan: 13 days accrued annually during your 1st year; 16 days accrued during your 2nd year!
• Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
• Floating Holidays: Up to 2 floating holidays per year
• Competitive compensation: Including annual performance evaluations!
• 401k retirement plan: Including an employer match!
• Company paid: Life insurance, short-term disability, & long-term disability
• and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees