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JOB SUMMARY:

As a Sourcing Lead, you will be responsible for leading the sourcing strategy for Lighting, Batteries, and Sensors categories in alignment with the broader Commodity Strategy. You will manage the supply base to ensure that all suppliers meet our four priorities: Delivery, Quality, New Product Integration, and Cost Competitiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES :

Supplier Relations:

+ Manage assigned and establish new supplier relationships to ensure sufficient communication and alignment between the suppliers and Polaris. Participate in the execution of critical supply agreements and LTAs.

+ Initiate request for proposal and quote for new parts and part revisions to approved suppliers based on defined commodity strategy and propose supplier selections for assigned commodity.

+ Evaluate supplier capability and fit for overall Commodity.

+ Identify and execute the implementation of cost reduction projects, supplier exits, and tool transitions.

+ Manage cost, schedule, technical, and drawing release status of projects and lead corrective actions as required.

Commodity Strategy:

+ Execute on the multi-year vision for the commodity, considering input from the internal customers, purchasing goals, risk, future growth plans, and broader supply chain strategy.

Sourcing Priority Management:

+ Based on the commodity strategy and goals, establish individual supplier cost reduction approaches and quantifiable targets. Then work with suppliers to achieve those targets.

+ Utilize tools like:fact-based negotiation, should cost modeling, and competitive market analysis to initiate cost reduction projects.

+ Establish contractual commitments to ensure longer-term cost savings to meet departmental goals.

+ Support supplier quality function in determining root cause, necessary containment and counter measure activities for quality related issues.

+ Monitor and drive supplier performance for assigned categories to ensure suppliers are meeting Polaris requirements for quality and delivery.

+ Manage supplier capabilities, lead-times, and capacity to ensure on-time delivery of components to support production schedules.

+ Helps support part shortages and delivery when necessary.

+ Conducts make vs. buy analysis. Prepares and solicits requests for quotes and proposals.

+ Lead coordination of resources and schedules between multiple departments to assist in the development, launch, production, and continuation support of production vehicles from multiple facilities.

Other Duties as Assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

+ Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or technical area

+ APICS CPIM and/or ISM C.P.M./A.P.P. desired.

+ 4+ years of purchasing or relevant experience (sales, engineering, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:

+ Effective negotiation, decision making and problem-solving skills.

+ Ability tocomprehend and integrate diverse strategies, ensuring seamless implementation and alignment with organizational goals.

+ Ability to strategically plan. and proactively identify risks in decision making.

+ Comfortable thriving in ambiguous environments with minimal guidance.

+ Excellent written & verbal communication within team and cross-functionally.

+ Highly organized and effective in managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

+ Ability to professionally represent Polaris by developing productive working relationships with suppliers.

+ Capable of reading and interpreting engineering documentation and technical data.

+ Fundamental knowledge of MAPICS MRP and web-based business systems desired.

+ Experienced in presentation abilities, including PowerPoint development. Expected to present to operations leadership

+ Knowledge of Project Management tools and ability to assist in tasks assigned by Project Managers.

Working Conditions:

+ Fast-paced office environment.

+ 5-25% travel may be required

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The pay range for Minnesota is $72,000 to $95,000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

_We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE._ _Apply today!_

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com (https://www.polaris.com/en-us/)

EEO Statement

_Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or_ [email protected]_ _. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see:_ _Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)_ .

At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at

http://www.polaris.com/careers