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Purchasing Manager

  2025-07-13     Generac Power Systems     all cities,SC  
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We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

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.

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading a team that optimizes manufacturing efficiency and the level of inventory measured in Days of Inventory On Hand (DIOH) while scheduling supplier inbound material using pull based methodology such as supplier managed inventory.. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for Supplier On Time Delivery utilizing Advanced Shipment Notifications (ASN). The Purchasing Manager will work closely with corporate Strategic Global Sourcing (SGS) team to leverage supplier relationship while being responsible for implementing effective processes that minimize E&O (New Product Introductions, Phase In/Out, Engineering Changes).

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.
  • Proven experience using a pull based replenishment and ABCXYZ segmentation
  • 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 utilizing Generac's portal solution.
  • 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.
  • Assist Strategic Sourcing as required during new supplier on boarding and release process
  • Manage make buy and dual source volumes
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field OR equivalent experience in the Supply Chain function within a similar working environment;
  • 3 – 5 years of purchasing or related experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing a global supply base;
  • 1 – 3 years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting or Industrial;
  • Previous supervisory experience;
  • Association for Operations Management (APICS);

Additional Qualifications:

  • Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment;
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Demonstrated skills in problem solving 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).

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Great Reasons to work for Generac:

  • Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
  • 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
  • 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, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Manufacturing and Purchasing
  • Industries

    Electric Power Generation

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