Director of Supply Chain

Alamo Group Inc.•Selma, AL

18d

About The Position

Bush Hog, RhinoAg, and Dixie Chopper are among the most recognized and successful brands in the Agricultural and Outdoor Power Equipment industries. The Director of Supply Chain is a critical leadership role within the company and is responsible for supporting organizational goals related to profitability, return on investment, inventory turnover, and workplace safety. The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for developing and leading the organization’s end‑to‑end supply chain strategy, ensuring efficient procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, and distribution. This leader drives operational excellence, builds scalable processes, manages vendor relationships, and ensures alignment with financial and business goals. The Director of Supply Chain role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment.

Requirements

Experience in all areas of purchasing and materials (inventory) management is required
Expertise in inventory optimization, demand forecasting, and lean/six-sigma methodologies
Understanding of Demand Flow Management, Kanban, EDI, EFT, RFI, and bar coding are essential
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data‑driven approach.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all organizational levels.
Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain management tools.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership capabilities
Excellent leadership skills, organizational skills and communication skills, both verbal and written
Able to set and meet deadlines
Must be physically capable of standing/working 8+ hour shift(s).
Must be able to work days, nights, overtime and/or weekends as needed. May be required to travel
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
10+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including at least 5 years in leadership roles
Proven success managing procurement, logistics, demand planning, and vendor performance

Nice To Haves

Prefer a Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M. or C.P.I.M.), Accredited Purchasing Professional (A.P.P.) and member of National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement materials management strategies, policies, and processes to optimize inventory levels, reduce waste, streamline operations, and align with overall business objectives
Manage the materials lifecycle—from forecasting and demand planning to inventory optimization and warehouse operations—to ensure availability, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiate terms, address quality issues, and drive continuous performance improvements
Oversee sourcing strategies, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management
Evaluate supplier performance and drive improvements in quality, cost, and delivery
Set policies and controls that maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing carrying costs
Monitor inventory accuracy and ensure effective SKU lifecycle management
Lead all aspects of logistics, transportation, and distribution network optimization
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to domestic and international shipping
Implement systems that improve on‑time delivery and overall customer satisfaction
Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms for supply chain metrics including cost, quality, service, and efficiency
Use data analytics and technology to enhance visibility and decision-making
Implement and maintain ERP and supply chain management systems
Lead, coach, and mentor materials management teams—including procurement specialists, warehouse staff, and logistics coordinators—fostering collaboration and operational excellence
Develop and manage departmental budgets, financial forecasts, and cost-reduction initiatives, while monitoring metrics like inventory turnover, carrying cost, and service levels
Responsible for coordinating purchasing, inventory management, production scheduling, shipping and trucking department
Responsible for Materials Management and Control