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Assistant Branch Manager

Dexterabout 17 hours ago
Milton, Ontario
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

75% employer-paid group insurance (dental, life, vision, disability)
Employer-matched RRSP contributions up to 4%
Paid vacation, personal leave, and sick days

About the role

We are searching for an experienced Assistant Branch Manager at our Milton 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 an Assistant Branch Manager at our manufacturing facility located in Milton, Ontario. 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 Overview The Assistant Branch Manager plays a key role in the daily operations of the branch, with a primary focus on managing warehouse functions and inventory control. This position ensures operational efficiency and supports the Branch Manager in driving performance across key operational areas including receiving, inventory management, shipping, and warehouse safety. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities Oversee all warehouse operations including receiving, order pulling, packing, loading, and shipping.

Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and resolving inventory discrepancies.

Coordinate replenishment and purchasing activities to maintain stock levels and support fill rate goals.

Investigate and resolve product damage and shipping discrepancies, implementing corrective action plans.

Ensure warehouse organization, cleanliness, and safety standards are upheld.

Process returns and warranties efficiently and in compliance with company policies.

Support payroll activities and help manage labor scheduling.

Ensure accurate bin locations and manage inventory layout and flow.

Maintain branch vehicles and coordinate necessary repairs or maintenance.

Work collaboratively with purchasing, sales, and other departments to ensure seamless branch operations.

Serve as acting branch manager in their absence.

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.

3+ years of experience in warehouse operations or inventory management, with leadership responsibilities.

Strong knowledge of warehouse procedures, inventory systems, and safety regulations.

Effective problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to lift and move materials up to [insert weight], and operate warehouse equipment as needed.

Proficiency in MS Office and warehouse management systems (WMS).

Must be detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of multitasking in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer Permanent, full-time position

Day shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

75% employer-paid group insurance (dental, life, vision, disability)

Employer-matched RRSP contributions up to 4%

Paid vacation, personal leave, and sick days

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career advancement opportunities

Training and professional development

Company-sponsored events and a casual dress environment

Free on-site parking

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.

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 references checks. Dexter 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.

About Dexter

Manufacturing
1001-5000

Serving the industry for over 60 years, Dexter has earned a reputation as a trusted brand serving the utility trailer, recreational vehicle, marine, heavy-duty, agricultural, and specialty equipment manufacturers and distribution centers.

Together, we are the industry’s leading supplier of trailer parts and accessories. Dexter® operates manufacturing facilities in California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah in the U.S. as well as Ingersoll, ON in Canada. Dexter operates over 50 company-owned distribution branches nationwide with thousands of trailer parts and accessories in stock, servicing trailer manufacturers, dealers and service centers.

Dexter is owned by DexKo Global, which was formed in 2015 by combining Dexter and AL-KO VT. This combination created a global leader in highly engineered trailer running gear components and systems, with over 130 years of trailer and caravan componentry experience.  DexKo Global is managed out of Novi, Michigan, by a strategic staff focused on leveraging the resources of the combined companies. With enhanced scale, operating leverage, capital efficiencies, and diversity,  DexKo delivers market leadership in product development and innovation, as well as exceptional customer service, increased manufacturing flexibility, and great efficiency through global sourcing.