Senior Director Supply Chain Industrial

Senior Director Supply Chain Industrial – Generac

Senior Director – Generac is responsible for leading global supply chain strategy, managing inventory, optimizing production scheduling, and driving continuous improvement in a configure‑to‑order environment.

• Develop and deploy global supply chain strategies aligned with business growth, operational excellence, and Generac’s disciplined operating model.
• Lead initiatives in inventory optimization using PFEP, ABCXYZ segmentation, and total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies.
• Partner with Strategic Sourcing to improve material margins and reduce lead times.
• Collaborate with corporate supply chain and business group leadership on global initiatives and standardization.

• Implement lean material flow systems including pull‑based replenishment, Kanban, Heijunka, and point‑of‑use delivery.
• Standardize supply chain processes across facilities to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Drive improvements in production scheduling, warehouse management, and supplier continuity.
• Drive improved material flow throughout the Industrial supply chain network.
• Align supply chain execution with demand planning and production capabilities using SIOP and “One Number Plan” methodology.
• Engage with Engineering to drive excess and obsolete reduction and avoidance initiatives.

• Build and lead high‑performing supply chain teams across CTO facilities.
• Direct SIOP, E&O, and Material Flow functions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop talent and transition teams from push‑based to pull‑based systems.
• Collaborate with site operations leaders to align strategy and execution.

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or related field)

• 10 years progressive Supply Chain experience
• 5 years leading multi‑site lean and/or configure‑to‑order manufacturing environment

• Strong background in lean principles, production scheduling, and materials management.
• Proven ability to drive measurable improvements in lead time, on‑time delivery, working capital, and material margins.
• Strong influencing skills across senior leadership, cross‑functional teams, and global operations.
• Demonstrated success in ERP‑driven environments and supply chain transformation.
• High adaptability, strategic thinking, and operational rigor.

• Advanced Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

• Certifications in APICS, Lean Six Sigma, or similar

Location:

Milwaukee, WI | Salary: $ – $ per year.