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Senior Manager, Industrial Parts & Aftersales

Generac · Sussex, WI

Posted Aug 26, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you led a team responsible for customer-facing case management, like parts orders or support tickets. How did you keep performance metrics on track?

whether the candidate has real experience managing a service team against measurable KPIs, not just supervising people

Describe a time you built or improved an aftersales program that increased revenue or customer loyalty. What did you actually change and how did you know it worked?

track record of designing programs rather than just running existing ones, and whether they measure impact

Tell me about a time you had to coach or performance-manage someone on your team who wasn't hitting service metrics. What did you do and what happened?

whether they have a real process for performance management versus avoiding hard conversations

Tell me about a time you used lean or continuous improvement methods to fix a broken process in a service or parts operation.

real application of process improvement methodology versus buzzword familiarity

Describe a time you worked in a matrix organization where you didn't have direct authority over people you needed things from. How did you get results anyway?

influence skills in a cross-functional manufacturing environment, which this role clearly requires

Tell me about the toughest issue you've had to resolve on the spot, with limited information, in a fast-moving service environment.

decisiveness and quick judgment under pressure, which the posting explicitly calls out

Technical

Walk me through how you would use data from a system like Genesys, PowerBI, or Salesforce to spot a problem with dealer parts support before it becomes a bigger issue.

comfort with the actual reporting tools named in the posting and whether they can translate data into action

How have you managed a supplier relationship where a product was going end of life, and the dealer network still needed support for it?

direct experience with the lifecycle and sourcing challenges specific to this role

What's your experience with SAP or a similar ERP system in a parts or service operation? Give me a specific example of something you had to pull or fix in the system.

whether the ERP experience is hands-on and relevant, not just familiarity

If you had to write requirements for a new aftersales service agreement with a provider, what would you make sure was in there, and how would you verify they're actually complying?

understanding of service agreement structure and compliance oversight, a stated job duty

Situational

Say one of our Industrial dealers is unhappy because parts obsolescence is slowing down their repairs and hurting their revenue. How do you handle that conversation and the underlying supply problem?

ability to manage both the relationship and the supplier/sourcing side of obsolescence issues

If two of your Parts Coordinators are pulled onto a cross-functional project with the Mobile or data center teams and your day-to-day case volume spikes, how do you keep both moving?

prioritization skills and ability to protect team capacity under competing demands

A dealer is underperforming on aftersales revenue compared to their peers. How do you figure out why, and what's your plan to get them growing?

ability to diagnose dealer performance gaps and drive accountability without just issuing mandates

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The full job description

As published by Generac.

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 Manager Industrial Parts and Aftersales is responsible for the management and performance of the Aftermarket Parts Specialists and Coordinator teams, working cross functionally to maintain effective processes, customer service performance metrics, and removing roadblocks to achieving team and department goals. This position is responsible for parts and aftersales’ technical support provided to our Industrial dealers, developing new and maintaining existing aftersales programs, and challenging our Industrial dealers to grow their aftersales revenue and market penetration. They are responsible for driving a high-level customer experience that relays Generac’s company values in the power generation industry. Major Responsibilities • Lead the team of Aftermarket Parts Specialists that provide telephone and email case management support of Industrial dealer parts questions and orders, driving the team to achieve established performance metrics in Genesys, PowerBI and Salesforce. • Identify, develop and implement innovative after-sale tools, programs and services that increase revenue and drive customer loyalty & increased dealer walletshare.  Provide leadership and direction to the Parts Coordinators on special projects, programs’ development and maintenance, as well as any special projects required by management which may be cross-functional with Mobile or data centers. • Manage supplier relationships for aftermarket products with Global Sourcing, including working through obsolescence and product lifecycle challenges. • Designs and directs the work of the functional area. Selects, coaches and develops the team, setting objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate the team. Manages organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development. Designs and directs processes by which team and individual performance are recognized, feedback is consistently delivered and performance is systematically improved. • Establish and oversee the Industrial dealer aftersales and parts support activities by specifying requirements, ensuring compliance and advising on service provider agreements.  Drive dealer metrics and report outs. Minimum Job Requirements Education • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience Certification / License Work Experience • 7 years of parts or equipment support experience • 5 years of leadership experience, preferably in a service environment Knowledge / Skills / Abilities • Ability to succeed in driving results and urgency in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, as well as issue resolution with quick thinking and decisive action • Effective time management skills with the ability to handle shifting workloads and priorities • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook), using customer portals, and creating reports using queries • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to work independently or in a group setting with a high attention to detail • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with exceptional communication/interpersonal skills Preferred Job Requirements Education Certification / License Work Experience • Experience with reciprocating engine or power generation equipment • Experience working in a matrix style environment or manufacturing operations Knowledge / Skills / Abilities • Experience using lean/continuous improvement methods • Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP “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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