Job description
At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
An NPI Sourcing Manager will lead the transformation of our supply chain and its performance as we take Polaris products from concept to the marketplace. You will partner with other Global Business Unit (GBU) leaders to better understand and address customer needs, optimize cost, deliver speed of execution, and manage risk from our supply chain into the new product development process. Provide your leadership and strategic insights into the supply chain function while leading a team of NPI sourcing project leaders to deliver new products.
Sourcing Strategy Leadership:
- Lead PDP Supply Chain Design to provide breakthrough ideas in sourcing value, process development, and supply chain risk management.
- Spearhead the integration of business unit and product strategies into a global supply chain strategy to provide sustained competitive advantages through direct material supply, sourced technology, and supplied value.
- Partner with Global Business Unit and Engineering leadership to integrate strategic sourcing on pre-production activities.
- Guide the team in translating long range product plans into road maps to feed into and drive category sourcing strategies.
- Lead teams in developing holistic sourcing strategies to support new & advancing technology needs.
Program Management:
- Lead Execution to targets of cost, quality, schedule, and strategic KPI’s.
- Manage and develop a team of NPI Sourcing Leads to drive sourcing execution to material cost, tooling cost, and schedule milestone targets of projects.
- Provide commercial and strategic guidance to category sourcing teams to guide negotiations, manage project risk, and improve product knowledge/alignment.
- Operate globally and cross-functionally with supplier quality & development, engineering, manufacturing operations, suppliers, and category sourcing teams.
People Management:
- Manage a team of NPI Sourcing Leads and Material Coordinators.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to cultivate a strong performing team.
- Provide next level of professional development, training and career growth planning to direct reports.
- Facilitate product knowledge growth within the team.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain/Operations, or Engineering. MBA or related Master’s degree preferred.
- Demonstrated Ability to navigate challenging environments
- 8+ years of relevant experience (product development and supply chain) required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
- Demonstrate ability to manage multiple direct reports across multiple locations.
- Working knowledge of the Global Strategic Sourcing Function with experience in Supply Chain, Quality or Program Management.
- Experience managing complex and high-risk projects.
- Ability to lead in ambiguous situations to achieve results in a cross-functional matrix organization.
- Excellent communication skills within the organization and across various departments.
- Highly skilled at analytical assessments and problem-solving towards developing solutions complex operational and financial challenges.
- Demonstrate passion and high energy with a customer obsessed mindset to motivate and influence others.
Working Conditions:
- Fast-paced office environment.
- 10-20% travel required, including international travel.
We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.
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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.
EEO Statement
Polaris 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.
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