NPI Sourcing Intern

Generac Power Systems

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Waukesha, Wisconsin

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Responsibilities

Support the NPI sourcing and supply chain team in launching new products from concept to production. This includes managing supplier selection, tracking deliverables, and analyzing cost breakdowns to ensure on-time launches.

Qualifications

You are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field. You possess strong organizational and project coordination skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. You are eager to gain hands-on experience in supplier management, cost analysis, and supply chain strategy within a manufacturing environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Excel

PowerPoint

ERP systems

RFQ

Job Description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.


For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

About the Role

The NPI (New Product Introduction) Sourcing Intern will support the sourcing and supply chain team in launching new products from concept through production. This role provides hands-on exposure to supplier management, cross-functional project execution, cost analysis, and supply chain strategy within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The intern will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and sourcing teams to help ensure new product programs are launched on time, at target cost, and with qualified suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support NPI sourcing activities for new product development projects

  • Assist with supplier selection, supplier onboarding, and RFQ (Request for Quote) processes

  • Help track supplier deliverables, tooling timelines, PPAP status, and launch readiness activities

  • Participate in cross-functional project meetings with engineering, quality, operations, and sourcing teams

  • Analyze supplier quotations, lead times, and cost breakdowns to support sourcing decisions

  • Maintain sourcing project trackers, action logs, and risk mitigation plans

  • Assist with identifying supply chain risks and escalation items impacting project timing or cost

  • Support supplier communication related to engineering changes, forecasts, and production ramp schedules

  • Develop reports and presentations related to sourcing metrics, cost savings, and project status

  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on sourcing processes and supply chain efficiency

Minimum Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

  • Strong organizational and project coordination skills

  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail

  • Interest in manufacturing, sourcing, supply chain, or new product development

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing or supply chain

  • Familiarity with ERP systems or data analysis tools

  • Understanding of sourcing, procurement, or supplier management concepts

  • Experience working with cross-functional teams

What You’ll Gain

  • Exposure to real-world new product launch processes

  • Experience working directly with suppliers and strategic sourcing professionals

  • Understanding of manufacturing supply chains and sourcing strategy

  • Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects supporting business growth

  • Professional development and mentorship within a global manufacturing organization

Core Competencies

  • Problem Solving

  • Initiative and Ownership

  • Collaboration

  • Communication

  • Adaptability

  • Data-Driven Decision Making

Office Environment:

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 the 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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