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Senior Operations Program Manager

Generac Power Systems

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?

The Senior Operations Program Manager manages end to end operational leadership and execution of complex, high value programs that support enterprise level strategic objectives. This role provides holistic ownership from initial program intake through delivery and operational readiness, ensuring successful execution of initiatives that have significant business, operational, and financial impact.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Provides end-to-end ownership of large, complex programs, ensuring alignment with scope, financial objectives, operational requirements, and strategic business outcomes
  • Leads cross-functional program governance, cadence, and decision-making with partners across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, Manufacturing, and Corporate Functions
  • Coordinates and influences key stakeholders to ensure alignment, issue resolution, prioritization, and disciplined execution across all phases of the program
  • Serves as the senior operational point of accountability for program performance, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality
  • Provides functional leadership, coaching, and mentorship to program management talent
  • Supports onboarding, succession planning, and capability development
  • Establishes, maintains, and continuously improves program management standards, execution frameworks, and best practices
  • Drives proactive identification and mitigation of risks across schedule, cost, commercial considerations, technical issues, and resource constraints
  • Ensures strong financial discipline through margin management, cost controls, change management, and partnership with Finance and other corporate functions
  • Leads or supports enterprise-level process improvements, governance enhancements, and operating model advancements related to program delivery
  • Takes on additional strategic initiatives, transformation efforts, or enterprise programs as assigned, contributing to broader organizational priorities and long-term capability building
Minimum Job Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field - or equivalent relevant experience
Certification / License

n/a

Work Experience
  • 10 years progressive experience in Operations, Program/Project Management, Strategy, or related disciplines within a complex, cross-functional environment
  • Demonstrated success leading large-scale, enterprise-level initiatives, strategic programs, or cross-functional transformation projects
  • Experience driving execution across matrixed teams and influencing stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
  • Strong ability to lead through influence, drive alignment across cross-functional partners, and guide teams without formal reporting authority
  • Expertise in program and project management methodologies, operational planning, and structured change management.
  • Advanced capability to navigate shifting priorities, manage complex timelines, and operate effectively within fast-paced, dynamic environments
  • Highly effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex topics to senior and executive leadership
  • Demonstrated proficiency in structured problem-solving, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with program management or enterprise planning tools
Preferred Job Requirements

Education
  • Master's degree in Business or related field
Certification / License
  • PMP or PgMP certification

Work Experience

Experience in a manufacturing environment

"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."
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