Purchasing Manager

Schwarze Industries, Inc.; Selma, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamo Group Ag Americas, LLC is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement team and strengthen the supply chain from Selma, Alabama. The role focuses on cost, performance, and supplier strategy across the organization, with high visibility to senior leadership.

The position emphasizes ownership of a critical function, modernization of processes, and collaboration with cross-functional partners to drive supplier readiness and product launches.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• 5+ years of leadership experience; strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of Lean, Kanban, or JIT principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of buyers and planners.
• Drive supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and lead sourcing strategy.
• Support new product launches and supplier readiness.
• Improve inventory performance and operational efficiency.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance.
• Lead cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee purchasing operations within our ERP.

Skills

Leadership experience

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

ERP/MRP familiarity

Lean/Kanban/JIT knowledge

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

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

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

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop a team of buyers and planners
• Drive supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery
• Negotiate contracts and lead sourcing strategy
• Support new product launches and supplier readiness
• Improve inventory performance and operational efficiency
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance
• Lead cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives
• Oversee purchasing operations within our ERP

What You Bring

• 10+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in manufacturing
• 5+ years of leadership experienceStrong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Knowledge of Lean, Kanban, or JIT principles
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills

Nice to Have

• Experience in agricultural or industrial equipment
• Experience supporting new product launches or transformation initiatives

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
• Relevant certifications are a plus

Overview

Alamo Group Ag Americas, LLC. is currently recruiting for a Purchasing Manager tojoin the Alamo Group Ag Americas Team in Selma, Alabama.

Alamo Group Ag Americas, Inc.,a member of the Alamo Group family of companies,is the leading North American manufacturer of rotary cutters, finishing mowers, landscape tools, and tractor-mounted implements used in the agricultural market. Located in Selma, Alabama for over 70 years, Alamo Group Ag Americas' products have earned an enviable reputation for their ruggedness and durability in the most challenging work environments.

Alamo Group Ag Americas Inc. offers competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance.

For additional information about Bush Hog, Inc., please visit our company website atwww.bushhog.com or check out our Facebook page.

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