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About the company:
Bush Hog, 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 60 years, Bush Hog’s products have earned an enviable reputation for their ruggedness and durability in the most challenging work environments. For 15 years Alamo Group has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange; the symbol is ALG.
About the opportunity:
This President will provide executive P&L leadership and management of a $100 million dollar operating plant of a publicly traded corporation. This person will be responsible for the management of Manufacturing, Engineering, Sourcing, HR, Finance, and Sales and Marketing of the market leader in their field. This President will report to the Executive VP of Alamo Group’s Ag Division who has led a major turnaround, as acting President, since the purchase of Bush Hog. Now, with the plant reorganized and the company profitable, it is the ideal time for a new leader to take the reins. There is a competitive salary plus an attractive performance based bonus opportunity, a comprehensive benefit package and relocation assistance.
Desired Qualifications:
- 10+ Years of Operations Experience at the plant or divisional level, preferably within companies that manufacture an engineered product; i.e. equipment used in construction, agriculture, material handling, mining & utility applications
- Previous P&L Responsibility of a $25 million plant (or larger) with full budgeting and business development responsibility, Experience managing all aspects of business unit including operations, engineering, procurement, finance, HR, & Sales/Marketing
- Strong Manufacturing and Sourcing Experience with proven track record of improving manufacturing processes & reductions in cost
- Ability to Drive Lean Concepts within manufacturing and logistics
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management required, MBA highly desired
- Working knowledge of modern ERP systems (JDE One World experience a plus)
- Relocation: This President must be willing to make a prompt family move to the Selma, Alabama area
