Global Manufacturing Strategy Director

generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Strategy to lead the enterprise Industrial Footprint Strategy, portfolio utilization, planning and product transfers. The role drives 3–5 year roadmaps, process improvements, and technology deployment to maximize asset utilization and cost efficiency across global manufacturing.

Responsibilities include coordinating with HR, finance, engineering, and senior leadership; developing capacity, transfer processes, and sustainability initiatives; and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3–5 year end-to-end supply chain strategy and roadmaps.
• Own project management and cross-functional coordination across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.
• Lead cost, quality, and delivery improvement initiatives and manage budgets.
• Oversee capital projects and long-term facility planning to optimize asset utilization.

Skills

Operations strategy

Project management

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant Engineering

Job description

Generac is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Strategy to lead the enterprise Industrial Footprint Strategy, portfolio utilization, planning and product transfers. The role drives 3–5 year roadmaps, process improvements, and technology deployment to maximize asset utilization and cost efficiency across global manufacturing.

Responsibilities include coordinating with HR, finance, engineering, and senior leadership; developing capacity, transfer processes, and sustainability initiatives; and