Derrick Basler
About Derrick Basler
Derrick Basler serves as the Director of Global Costing Solutions at Plexus Corp., where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in supply chain management and engineering, having held various roles at Plexus and other companies, and he holds an MBA from Colorado State University.
Current Role at Plexus Corp
Derrick Basler serves as the Director of Global Costing Solutions at Plexus Corp. since 2021. In this role, he provides corporate leadership to regional costing teams, ensuring the delivery of accurate manufacturing cost estimates. He is responsible for developing comprehensive total cost solutions for customers, which encompass manufacturing, raw materials, testing, and logistics costs. His position is based in Neenah, WI.
Previous Positions at Plexus
Derrick Basler has held multiple positions at Plexus Corp. prior to his current role. He worked as a Tactical Supply Chain Specialist from 2006 to 2008 and as a Materials Manager from 2009 to 2011. Following that, he served as the Manager of Customer Operations from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he was an Industrial Engineer and a Lean Sigma Champion during his tenure from 2005 to 2006 and 2008 to 2009, respectively.
Educational Background
Derrick Basler obtained his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Colorado State University, where he studied from 2016 to 2020. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, completing his studies from 1997 to 2002.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Plexus, Derrick Basler worked as an Industrial Engineer at Gossen Corp from 2000 to 2005. He also gained experience as a Lab Technician in Automation/Mechatronics at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee from 1999 to 2001. These roles contributed to his foundational knowledge in engineering and operational processes.
Leadership in Cost Development
In his current role, Derrick Basler leads the development of global process controls and software related to cost development and price analysis. His leadership focuses on improving the accuracy and efficiency of cost estimation processes, which is essential for meeting customer needs and enhancing operational performance.