Director Supply Chain

NextGenEnergyJobs; Holdrege, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac seeks a senior supply chain leader to define and deploy a disciplined operating model across supply chain and materials management. You will work with executive management to execute strategic initiatives that build global, regional and site-level capabilities.

Collaborate to improve business processes, ensure production and supply chain alignment with SIOP principles, and lead continuous improvement using PFEP, MRP, and related tools. Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 10 years’ experience in operations, business or supply chain.
• 5 years’ experience as WMS/ERP/MRP Super user.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Help define and deploy GENERAC’s operating model in supply chain and materials management.
• Collaborate with executives to develop strategies for improving business processes and systems.
• Ensure supply chain and production execution are in sync to maximize productivity and reduce costs.
• Lead and improve material/inventory management practices and purchasing methods.
• Champion standard GENERAC tools, train teams, and ensure cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Lean principles

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JDE

Job description

For more than 85 years, we've worked alongside our customers to provide the most reliable and rugged light, heat, power and air products to the rental, construction, special event, mining and oil and gas markets - so our customers can keep your promise of a job well done.

Responsibilities

• Help define and deploy GENERAC’s disciplined operating model in supply chain & materials management that supports operational excellence and a multi-year roadmap of strategic initiatives to build capabilities that support global, regional and site-level objectives;
• Collaborate with executive management and key stakeholders to develop & execute strategies for improving business processes and related systems;
• Ensure Supply Chain and Production Execution capabilities in sync to maximize productivity and maintain lowest cost of operation, leveraging principles of SIOP;
• Develop and challenge resources to improve performance through systems utilization and process improvements;
• Improve Tactical Purchasing in conjunction with GENERAC’s Strategic Global Sourcing team to reduce lead times and improve material margins through Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model;
• Lead and improve Material/Inventory Management best practices including Plan for Every Part (PFEP)., ABC Analysis, Purchasing Methods (PO, Blanket, etc.), Warehouse Management (Cycle Count Accuracy, Transactions, Bar Coding, RFID) and Advance Replenishment Methods (MRP, Stocking Programs, VMI,
• Consignment, Re-Order Point and Direct Pull);
• Lead processes to ensure continuity of supply throughout the operation to achieve uninterrupted supply of quality components and assemblies;
• Champion standard GENERAC tools and methodologies and act as a recognized subject matter expert (SME) providing training and certification;
• Provide and facilitate collaboration amongst team members and cross-functionally. Resolve differences and/or conflicts effectively;
• Participate in the design and direction of the Supply Chain team. Select, coach and develop the team, setting objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate. Manage organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development. Design and direct processes by
• which team and individual performance are recognized, feedback is consistently delivered and performance is systematically improved;
• Define resource needs and work within budget and staffing parameters to accomplish objectives;
• Other duties as assigned.
• LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE: This position acts under the direction of the VP Operations and partners with Production Execution, Demand Management, ERP and OPEX.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field OR equivalent experience;
• 10 years’ experience within operations, business or supply chain;
• 5 years’ experience as WMS/ERP/MRP (SAP, Oracle or JDE) Super user;
• Willingness to travel, domestically on a regular basis and on occasion internationally.
• Strong Lean background, preferably in Demand Flow Principles and Practices leveraging SIOP & IBP;
• Supply Chain/Material Certifications – CPM, CPIM;
• Experience in collaborating with multiple sites and functions to drive common solutions;
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior management, teams and individuals across multiple cultures, disciplines and geographies;
• Sound business acumen operating in both High Mix, Low Volume and High Volume, Low Mix Production environments;
• Strong verbal and written communication competencies;
• Strong organization and time management skills: Solid quantitative skill set and the ability to analyze, think and communicate with well-supported data;
• Strong problem-solving skills; the ability to ask the right questions, help frame logical conclusions and arrive at effective solutions;
• Professional manner and personal maturity.