Strategic NPI Sourcing & Materials Lead

Generac Power Systems; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems in Wisconsin is seeking a senior supply chain professional to lead sourcing, supplier readiness, and cost-management for NPI programs. You will partner with engineering, manage AVL processes, and drive value through competitive supplier strategies.

The role requires 8+ years of experience in supply chain functions and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time on-site position in Waukesha, WI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant supply chain experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, sourcing, materials management, program management, manufacturing operations, or related discipline.
• Leading AVL development and comprehensive sourcing execution of assigned component categories.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product-specific sourcing strategies aligned with product requirements, program timing, cost targets, supply chain resilience, and global commodity strategy.
• Partner with Engineering to translate product and technical requirements into sourcing strategies and supplier requirements.
• Assess AVL alignment and identify supplier capability, capacity, technology, cost, or resilience gaps; partner with Commodity Management on AVL expansion and modification.
• As Required Lead RFQ, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and sourcing recommendations, ensuring competitive market coverage and appropriate supplier alternatives.
• Develop and utilize should-cost models, market intelligence, and quotation data to drive competitive total cost.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and contribute to supplier scorecards and business reviews.

Skills

Negotiation with suppliers

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Clear communication

Independent work

MS Office

ERP/MRP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Generac Power Systems in Wisconsin is seeking a senior supply chain professional to lead sourcing, supplier readiness, and cost-management for NPI programs. You will partner with engineering, manage AVL processes, and drive value through competitive supplier strategies.

The role requires 8+ years of experience in supply chain functions and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time on-site position in Waukesha, WI.