Senior Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Delivery Excellence

Generac Power Systems Inc; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. is seeking a Senior Buyer in Oshkosh, WI to manage purchasing of complex components and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on material requirements, ECOs, and performance metrics.

The role emphasizes on-time delivery, data integrity, and cost optimization across strategic categories. Key responsibilities include supplier demand forecasting, inventory planning, and collaboration with the Corporate Strategic Sourcing group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in supply chain/related field
• Experience in purchasing, planning or related roles in manufacturing
• Strong problem solving, negotiation and project management skills
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems and MS Office tools

Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing processes and strategies, including procure-to-pay
• Manage supplier on-time delivery and data integrity; monitor KPIs
• Collaborate with Corporate Strategic Sourcing to identify suppliers
• Propose cost-saving initiatives and make-vs-buy analyses
• Plan inventory using PFEP and coordinate ECO activities with suppliers

Skills

Problem solving

Contract negotiation

Project management

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

APICS certification

CPM certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

MS Office Suite

MS Excel

Job description

Generac Power Systems Inc. is seeking a Senior Buyer in Oshkosh, WI to manage purchasing of complex components and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on material requirements, ECOs, and performance metrics.

The role emphasizes on-time delivery, data integrity, and cost optimization across strategic categories. Key responsibilities include supplier demand forecasting, inventory planning, and collaboration with the Corporate Strategic Sourcing group.