MRO Buyer III

Generac Power Systems•Eagle, WI

About The Position

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. We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Buyer for the Generac Eagle facility! The ideal candidate will be responsible for both indirect Materials (MRO) and bulk (visually- and vendor-managed) and sub-contracted materials and services needed for a plant's operations. Candidates we’re seeking need to be comfortable in a dynamic landscape. Ideal candidates ensure efficient and cost-effective procurement strategies of direct and indirect operating supplies. This may include sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendors, while also optimizing inventory levels and supporting production schedules.

Requirements

Associates Degree in related field OR equivalent experience
3 years of purchasing, planning or related experience in a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Effective and successful contract negotiation skills
Strong project management and analytical skills including ability to problem solve, manage shifting deadlines and priorities in fast paced environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
Association for Operations Management (APICS) Certification
Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Responsibilities

Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies including procure-to-pay definition and optimization
Incumbents at this level have the authority to purchase at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, delivery and other factors, raw materials, equipment, and/or supplies for the operation of the organization (not to include Maintenance or Buildings/Grounds demands).
Participates in the selection of vendor sources and has considerable latitude in determining acceptable price
Plan and maintain optimal level of inventory using plan for every part (PFEP) and have strong understanding, development and ability to effectively manage all Bulk (VMI), MRO, special paint, pallets, and other tasks related to the successful procurement of such material.
Manage supplier (external and internal) on time delivery (OTD) performance, maintain system data integrity and measure performance on related key indicators (examples: past due purchase orders, open PO acknowledgements, PO expedites, non-conforming material return cycle time, and supplier invoice resolution)
Proactively identify, communicate, and assist with resolving issues that delay material deliveries
Support direction and strategies regarding supplier demand forecasting, supplier capacity planning, supply base inventory management, supplier replenishment and procurement transactions.
Recommend cost saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis, alternative sourcing, step pricing for volume discounts, and vendor evaluation criteria.
Requisition major purchased items and coordinate timely processing of those parts finished outside the company.
Establish good working relationships with suppliers and internal customers
Coordinate engineering change order (ECO) activities with suppliers and internal support functions
Work with Corporate Strategic Sourcing department to identify key and preferred suppliers for key categories of spend that support business unit and corporate objectives
Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned