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    Senior Commodity Manager - South Portland, United States - Generac Power Systems

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    Company Generac Power Systems

    Name Senior Commodity Manager (Electrical) - Clean Energy

    Req # 64881

    Employment Type Full Time

    Shift 1st

    At Generac, we bring our best energy to work every day and promote a drive to win while respecting others and supporting growth. Join us, as we inspire change for a better world, positively impact our people and the community, influence and achieve positive results that support growth, and innovate the industry.The Clean Energy Systems (CES) Division is growing rapidly and moving forward in production scaling of our residential energy solutions. We are looking for a skilled Sr. Commodity Manager in the Electrical discipline to help in developing the supply chain to handle the increase in volume and production. You will be key in sourcing and developing qualified and cost-effective suppliers to support our growth.This role reports to the Director of Strategic Sourcing and New Product Development and will be located in either Reno, NV or Portland, Maine. Major Responsibilities
  • Lead commodity strategy for systems with an emphasis on electronic components.
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams on sourcing strategy, market analysis and conducting trade-off analysis reviews and supplier roadmaps with engineers.
  • Evaluate, assess, develop, and manage supply base to enable quick prototype deployment from new product development, introduction to scalable production for electro-mechanical systems.
  • Provide insights on industry best in class technology and manufacturing options with optimized supply chain set-up for total cost ownership.
  • Negotiate and source alternative suppliers for electronic components purchases and miscellaneous mechanical requirements as needed.
  • Analyze supplier spend, capacity and develop overall supplier negotiation and engagement strategies.
  • Develop and align commodity strategies with custom silicon & EE commodity, mechanical commodity, printed circuited boards team, and manage relationships with internal and external manufacturer and distribution partners.
  • Be the "go to" resource for Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and New Product Introduction teams when determining best value suppliers, NPI sourcing plans, make vs. buy, should cost, buy complete strategies, and lead times, etc.
  • Build crossed functional teams and champion continuous improvement initiatives for cost, quality, and delivery.
  • Champion value-add and value engineering projects to improve part quality and reduce cost.
  • Administer moderate to large contracts and independently negotiate with supplier's contract terminology, pricing, technical requirements, scope, and terms involving responsibility, liability, indemnification, and intellectual property.
  • Interpret the conditions and terms of contracts including fiscal and legal implications and advise management on all significant procedures and regulations affecting the contract.
  • Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations.
  • Function as liaison with external and internal customers on all matters affecting contractual agreements.
  • Monitor and manage costs to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts.
  • Foster, manage, maintain supplier partnerships, and lead business review meetings to drive high performance.
  • Drive design for manufacturability reviews with support from Supplier Development and Engineering.
  • Negotiate and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers.
  • Mitigate sole source risk positions and ensure continuity of supply.
  • Minimum Job Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or Operations.
  • 10+ years managing and sourcing global suppliers in an OEM business with proven success in locating and developing suppliers and contract manufacturers with world class capabilities.
  • Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
  • Experience in electrical or electro-mechanical systems procurement including experience with datasheets, PCBA Gerber files, mechanical 2D drawings and assembly drawings.
  • Experience with electronic manufacturing services (EMS) and contract manufacturers (CMs).
  • Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs.
  • Must be meticulous, initiative-taking, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.
  • Experience in new product development sourcing.
  • Experience as lead negotiator with proven performance.
  • Experience dealing with suppliers in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States.
  • Understanding of / experience in working with commodities (metals, plastics, chemicals, etc.).
  • Knowledge of Lean manufacturing best practices.
  • Experience handling requests for information, quotations, proposals, and bidding processes, as well as social compliance, quality, and capabilities audits.
  • Strong project management experience and demonstrated ability to lead multiple cross-functional projects concurrently to completion.
  • Ability to travel (25%+) and communicate outside of work hours.
  • Strong in all Microsoft Office solutions, especially Microsoft Excel.
  • Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
  • Energetic, positive collaborator attitude ready for the demands of a high energy, fast-paced company environment with a no-task-too-small work ethic.
  • The ability to prioritize, organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously with high diligence & quality.
  • A sense of urgency to resolve complex issues quickly, decisively, and efficiently.
  • The ability to build strong and trusting cross-functional relationships.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel. "


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