Supply Planner

Generac•Waukesha, 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field OR equivalent related experience in the Supply Chain/Manufacturing function within a similar working environment
2 years of purchasing, planning, or related experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to evaluate situations objectively and demonstrate the ability to make decisions that are intended to have a positive impact on work performance or area and the total business
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments in order to complete them on time
Demonstrated skills in problem solving, contract negotiation and project management
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Strong project management and analytical skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
Materials or Supply Chain certifications preferred
Experience with Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) best practices
Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Responsibilities

Owns execution of supply plans for assigned categories and sites, ensuring alignment to demand, capacity, and inventory strategies
Translates demand signals into actionable supply and inventory plans, making informed decisions within defined planning frameworks
Manages finished goods inventory to achieve service level targets while optimizing working capital
Proactively identifies supply risks (shortages, excess, slow-moving inventory) and drives timely mitigation actions
Partners with plant operations to ensure schedule adherence and execution through ownership of the S&OE process
Supports NPI launches and product transitions, ensuring seamless supply continuity and minimal disruption
Validates and maintains key planning assumptions, including production rates, capacity constraints, and material availability
Collaborates cross-functionally with Demand Planning, Procurement, and Operations to ensure alignment and responsiveness to changes
Maintains and improves planning parameters (lead times, lot sizes, safety stock) to enhance system accuracy and performance
Provides structured supply inputs into S&OE and SIOP processes, including basic scenario analysis and issue escalation
Identifies opportunities for process improvement and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives within the planning function
Exercises judgment in day-to-day planning decisions, escalating complex issues with clear problem definition and recommended actions