Purchasing Supervisor

4 weeks ago

Waukesha, United States Generac Full time

At Generac, our people help make the world safer, brighter, and more productive. We are united by our efforts to inspire change for a better world; impact our people and community; influence and achieve positive results; and innovate the industry. Our shared goals allow people with diverse backgrounds and points of view to work together, bringing our global customers peace of mind through reliable products and exceptional support.



We are a team of hardworking builders and doers who share a passion for innovation and a desire to outpace others in our field. We push boundaries and seek opportunities for our products and people to evolve. As an inclusive workplace, we keep equity and respect at the forefront and empower employees to speak up, take accountability, and bring their best energy to work every day. At Generac, we collaborate, share successes, and promote a drive to win while respecting others and supporting growth.



The Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for leading a team that optimizes manufacturing efficiency and the level of inventory (inventory turns). The Purchasing Supervisor will work closely with corporate Strategic Global Sourcing team to leverage spend in key categories optimize total cost of ownership (TCO). Responsible for implementing effective processes that minimize E&O (New Product Introductions, Phase In/Out, Engineering Changes). Success in this role is defined by driving significant step function changes in purchasing capabilities. This will be measured by ongoing improvements in delivery performance, working capital and material margins (total cost of ownership).


*This position is mostly located at our Waukesha location but some travel will be needed to visit the Janesville location.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plan and maintain optimal level of inventory using Plan for Every Part (PFEP) to improve fill rates and maximizing inventory turns.
  • Select, coach, and develop staff. Set clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manager performance- recognizing achievement, providing feedback and administering progressive discipline when necessary.
  • Maintain key accounts by administering purchase orders, contracts, RFQ’s (request for quotes), to meet required terms and conditions and sourcing materials for finished goods, spares inventory, engineering, and distribution.
  • 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 identify key and preferred suppliers for key categories of spend that support business unit and corporate objectives.
  • 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 KPI’s.
  • Requisition major purchased items and coordinate timely processing of those parts finished outside the company.
  • Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned.



Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
  • 2 years of purchasing or related experience in an operational environment.



Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics) and Microsoft Office.
  • Formal leadership or team development training.
  • Experience in Lean or Demand Flow principles.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Relationship Building & Trust – Demonstrated skill in Approachability, Interpersonal Savvy, Caring about Direct Reports, Compassion, Fairness to Direct Reports, Listening and Ethics & Values.
  • Accountability – Demonstrated skill in Drive for Results, Action Oriented, and Perseverance.
  • Transparent Communication – Demonstrated skill in Written Communications and Presentation Skills.
  • Inspire, Motivate and Recognize - Demonstrated skill in Motivating Others, Negotiation, Building Effective Teams, and Managing Vision and Purpose.
  • Conflict Management & Resolution – Demonstrated skill in Conflict Management, Managerial Courage, Standing Alone, Confronting Direct Reports, and Command Skills.
  • Giving Feedback – Demonstrated skill in Developing Direct Reports, Delegation, Directing Others, and Informing.
  • Change Management – Demonstrated skill in Process Management, Managing Through Systems, Lean/Re-Engineering, Sizing Up People, Hiring and Staffing.
  • CPIM or CSCP Certification.



Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; and talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to walk; stoop; crouch; bend and reach above shoulders. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance, waist high, up to 10 feet away. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working in the typical conditions of a manufacturing environment including seasonal variation in temperatures and occasional exposure to manufacturing fumes or by-products. The employee must comply with the assigned location PPE requirements including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, appropriate gloves, clothing and shields for required tasks and closed toed or safety shoes as required by facility safety policies.



To formally apply to this position click here: You will not be considered an applicant until you complete online application.



Great Reasons to work for Generac:

  • Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
  • State-of-the-art facility, free parking and many employee activities
  • Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
  • Enjoy summer hours (Memorial Day – Labor Day)
  • Pride When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
  • We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
  • Every day is Jeans Day Dress for your day.
  • Product loan and discount programs



“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

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