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.
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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:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field — or equivalent relevant 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:
Master’s degree in Business or related field
PMP or PgMP certification
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.”
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.
