Strategic Purchasing Lead: Cost, Supplier & Supply Chain

RadNet, Inc.; Selma (AL); On-site; 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

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.