Purchasing Manager

Generac Power Systems - Beaver Dam, WI

Full-time

Beaver Dam, WI

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Purchasing Manager at Generac is responsible for leading a team focused on optimizing manufacturing efficiency and managing inventory levels. This role involves scheduling supplier inbound materials using pull-based methodologies and ensuring supplier on-time delivery through advanced shipment notifications. The Purchasing Manager will work closely with various teams to improve supply chain capabilities and efficiency while managing supplier relationships and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and maintain optimal level of inventory using Plan for Every Part (PFEP) to improve fill rates and maximize inventory turns.
• Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies including procure-to-pay definition and optimization.
• Support direction and strategies regarding supplier demand forecasting, supplier capacity planning, supply base inventory management, supplier replenishment, and procurement transactions.
• Work with Strategic Global Sourcing Department to build supplier relationships.
• Identify and assist with resolving issues that delay material deliveries.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure delivery capability and improve supply chain capabilities like lead times and working capital.
• Improve efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing function.
• Work closely with Planning and Materials teams to achieve goals and KPIs.
• Requisition major purchased items and coordinate timely processing of those parts finished outside the company.
• Assist Strategic Sourcing as required during new supplier onboarding and release process.
• Manage make buy and dual source volumes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related field OR related experience in the Supply Chain function within a similar working environment.
• 3 - 5 years of purchasing or related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1 - 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven global sourcing and contract administration skills.
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving, contract negotiation, and project management.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior management, teams, and individuals across multiple cultures, disciplines, and geographies.
• Demonstrated business acumen operating in both High Mix, Low Volume and High Volume, Low Mix Production environments.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• ERP/MRP User (SAP/Oracle).

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting or Industrial.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Association for Operations Management (APICS).
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM).