Intern Sourcing

Generac Power Systems

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

South Burlington, Vermont

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will support supply chain functions by analyzing organizational spend, collecting market intelligence, and assisting in supplier strategy development. They will also participate in cross-functional meetings, prepare presentations, and help manage material escalations.

Qualifications

You are currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Business, Operations, or Supply Chain. You possess proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and demonstrate strong quantitative, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Office Suite

Spend Analysis

Market Intelligence

Request for Proposals (RFPs)

Benchmarking

Process Documentation

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

Job Description

We are DR Power, a Generac Company, professional power equipment done right.                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Established in 1985, we are a leader in the design and manufacture of professional-grade gas and battery-powered outdoor power equipment. We are dedicated to the enduring quality and uncompromising performance of everything we build. We stand behind every DR® product and are here to help every customer regardless of when or where they made their initial purchase. 

JOB SUMMARY: Generac is a public company with headquarters located in Waukesha, WI. Generac manufactures a wide range of products in the marketplace including portable, residential, commercial and industrial generators. The internship program provides an opportunity for students seeking to work in the manufacturing field. Generac is looking for an energetic and hard-working student to join our company with internship opportunities in various departments.  

As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in various supply chain functions while networking within a dynamic, people focused environment.  The position will interact with various suppliers, internal customers, and analysts on a daily basis while improving processes and execution across a growing, global organization. 

You are responsible for a number of diverse functions within the organization.  While upholding a primary focus on sourcing, supplier management, and supplier development, the group is responsible for maintaining an agile and aggressive supply base while procuring high quality goods at a fair and competitive price. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program: Business, Operations, Supply Chain or related  

  • The ability to work 15-20 hours during the school year and full-time during school breaks. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Microsoft Office Suite proficient 

  • Previous working or volunteer experience 

  • Involvement and leadership in extra-curricular campus activities or non-profit organizations 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

100% 

  • Analysis of organizational spend; 

  • Collection of Market Intelligence Data; 

  • Development of comprehensive request for proposals, analysis and reporting of benchmarking information; 

  • Participation in weekly and monthly organizational meetings; 

  • Preparation and organization of power point presentations; 

  • Review and development of process documentation as advised by cross-functional teams; 

  • Record and audit reported savings and total cost of ownership; 

  • Help obtain/process record retention documents; 

  • Aid in material management escalations; 

  • Aid in Supplier Strategy Development; 

  • Development of Supplier Directory and other compliance/analyst related responsibilities; 

Other Duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

  • Demonstrates relentless drive and determination to achieve success 

  • Ability to work with cross-functional team 

  • Must be detail oriented  

  • Professional manner and personal maturity 

  • Strong organization and time management skills 

  • Solid quantitative skill set and the ability to analyze, think and communicate with well-supported data 

  • Strong problem solving skills; 

  • Strong verbal and written communication competencies; 

Level of IndependenceThis position acts under the direction of the Commodity Manager.   

PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; 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 ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel. 

Our Commitment to Fair Pay:

DR Power, a Generac company, is committed to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices in alignment with pay transparency. We evaluate compensation using objective criteria, including experience, skills, market data, and internal equity, to support consistency and fairness across our workforce.

Compensation: $19.50 to $22.00 per hour

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; 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 ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Generac Power Systems

Generac is the total energy solutions company powering a smarter world. We help free people to use energy on their own terms by giving them access to reliable energy that is also cleaner, more efficient and better managed. We do this by making homes a sanctuary where people have reliable power so they can safely and comfortably work, learn and entertain. Around the world, our commercial and industrial solutions are trusted to power and support businesses and critical infrastructure to protect against the challenges of an aging power grid, increasingly severe weather and escalating energy demands and rising rates.  As an industry pioneer, we are relentlessly focused on the future of energy management. We’re ushering in a new era of energy solutions where we are exploring new technologies, delivering connected solutions and protecting against increasing energy costs for consumers and commercial users.
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