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Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

Primary Purpose

The Clean Energy Systems (CES) Division is growing rapidly and moving forward in production scaling of our residential energy solutions. We are looking for a skilled Sr. Commodity Manager in the Contract Manufacturing discipline to help in developing the supply chain to manage the increase in volume and production via the introduction of new contract manufacturers. You will be key in sourcing and developing qualified and cost-effective contract manufacturers to support our growth.

This is a remote position that reports into the Director of Strategic Sourcing and New Product Development.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead commodity strategy for systems with an emphasis on both electronic and mechanical components within the contract manufacturing environment.

• Work collaboratively with internal teams on sourcing strategy, market analysis and conducting trade-off analysis reviews and supplier roadmaps with engineers.

• Evaluate, assess, develop, and manage supply base to enable prototype deployment from new product development, introduction to scalable production for electro-mechanical systems.

• Provide insights on industry best in class technology and manufacturing options with optimized supply chain set-up for total cost ownership.

• Negotiate and source alternative suppliers for electronic components purchases and miscellaneous mechanical requirements as needed.

• Analyze supplier spend, capacity and develop overall supplier negotiation and engagement strategies.

• Develop and align commodity strategies with custom silicon & EE commodity, mechanical commodity, printed circuited boards team, and manage relationships with internal and external manufacturer and distribution partners.

• Be the “go to” resource for Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and New Product Introduction teams when determining best value suppliers, NPI sourcing plans, make vs. buy, should cost, buy complete strategies, and lead times, etc.

• Build crossed functional teams and champion continuous improvement initiatives for cost, quality, and delivery.

• Champion value-add and value engineering projects to improve part quality and reduce cost.

• Administer moderate to large contracts and independently negotiate with supplier’s contract terminology, pricing, technical requirements, scope, and terms involving responsibility, liability, indemnification, and intellectual property.

• Interpret the conditions and terms of contracts including fiscal and legal implications and advise management on all significant procedures and regulations affecting the contract.

• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations.

• Function as liaison with external and internal customers on all matters affecting contractual agreements.

• Monitor and manage costs to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts.

• Foster, manage, maintain supplier partnerships, and lead business review meetings to drive high performance.

• Drive design for manufacturability reviews with support from Supplier Development and Engineering.

• Negotiate and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers.

• Mitigate sole source risk positions and ensure continuity of supply.

• Proactively update management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues.

• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.

• Visit supplier’s facilities and accurately assess technical capability, equipment, and capacity.

• Issue purchase orders, ensure timely delivery and resolve invoice issues.

• Analyze procurement data and report metrics.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Operations.

Certification / License

Work Experience

10+ years managing and sourcing global suppliers in an OEM business with proven success in locating and developing suppliers and contract manufacturers with world class capabilities.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Experience in electro-mechanical systems procurement including experience with datasheets, PCBA Gerber files, mechanical 2D drawings and assembly drawings.

• Experience with electronic manufacturing services (EMS) and contract manufacturers (CMs).

• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs.

• Must be meticulous, initiative-taking, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.

• Experience in new product development sourcing.

• Experience as lead negotiator with proven performance.

• Experience dealing with suppliers in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States.

• Understanding of / experience in working with commodities (metals, plastics, chemicals, etc.).

• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing best practices.

• Experience handling requests for information, quotations, proposals, and bidding processes, as well as social compliance, quality, and capabilities audits.

• Strong project management experience and demonstrated ability to lead multiple cross-functional projects concurrently to completion.

• Ability to travel (up to 50%) and communicate outside of work hours.

• Strong in all Microsoft Office solutions, especially Microsoft Excel.

• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

• Energetic, positive collaborator attitude ready for the demands of a high energy, fast-paced company environment with a no-task-too-small work ethic.

• The ability to prioritize, organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously with high diligence & quality.

• A sense of urgency to resolve complex issues quickly, decisively, and efficiently.

• The ability to build strong and trusting cross-functional relationships.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain from an accredited University

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

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Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.