Purchasing Manager

Alamo Group Inc.

Selma, ALJobPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Selma, AL

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Job overview

Alamo Group Inc. is hiring a Purchasing Manager. Alamo Group Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead the procurement team for its Bush Hog, RhinoAg, and Dixie Chopper brands. This highly visible leadership role involves strengthening and modernizing the supply chain, with a direct impact on cost, performance, and supplier strategy. The manager will also have the opportunity to modernize processes, drive improvements, and shape team culture and development.

Key focus areas include Lead and develop a team of buyers and planners, Drive supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery, and Negotiate contracts and lead sourcing strategy.

Successful candidates bring 10+ Years Purchasing Experience and 5+ Years Leadership Experience. Important skills include Negotiation, Vendor Management, ERP/MRP Systems, Lean Principles, Kanban Principles, and JIT Principles. Preferred (not required): Agricultural Equipment Experience, Industrial Equipment Experience, New Product Launch Support, and Transformation Initiatives.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

NegotiationVendor ManagementERP/MRP SystemsLean PrinciplesKanban PrinciplesJIT PrinciplesBusiness AcumenDecision-MakingAgricultural Equipment ExperienceIndustrial Equipment ExperienceNew Product Launch SupportTransformation Initiatives

Qualifications

10+ Years Purchasing Experience in Manufacturing5+ Years Leadership ExperienceBachelor's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in Supply ChainBachelor's Degree in Related FieldRelevant Certifications

Full job description

Bush Hog, RhinoAg, and Dixie Chopper are leading brands in the agricultural and outdoor power equipment industry. We’re looking for a Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement team and play a key role in strengthening and modernizing our supply chain.

This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role where you can make a direct impact on cost, performance, and supplier strategy across the organization.

Why Join Us

p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Take ownership of a critical function with real influence on business performance
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Opportunity to modernize processes and drive supply chain improvements
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> High visibility with senior leadership and cross-functional partners
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Lead a team where you can shape culture, performance, and development
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Work on meaningful challenges including supplier optimization, cost reduction, and new product launches
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Join a stable, established company with strong brands and continued growth

What You’ll Do

p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Lead and develop a team of buyers and planners
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Drive supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Negotiate contracts and lead sourcing strategy
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Support new product launches and supplier readiness
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Improve inventory performance and operational efficiency
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Lead cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Oversee purchasing operations within our ERP

What You Bring

p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> 10+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in manufacturing
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> 5+ years of leadership experience
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Experience with ERP/MRP systems
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Knowledge of Lean, Kanban, or JIT principles
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Strong business acumen and decision-making skills

Nice to Have

p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Experience in agricultural or industrial equipment
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Experience supporting new product launches or transformation initiatives

Education

p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Relevant certifications are a plus

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).

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