Talent Acquisition Manager

Talent Acquisition Leader

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.

Position Overview:

You will lead talent acquisition strategy and execution for Polaris' Huntsville manufacturing facility, partnering closely with site leadership to ensure the organization attracts and hires the talent needed to meet operational and workforce objectives. In this role, you will oversee full-cycle recruiting activities across hourly and salaried positions while developing workforce plans, talent pipelines, and recruiting processes that support current and future hiring needs. You will serve as a strategic advisor to Human Resources, Operations, and business leaders by providing labor market insights, recruiting data, and workforce recommendations. You will also drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance hiring effectiveness, candidate experience, and hiring manager satisfaction. This is a compelling opportunity to influence workforce strategy, support facility growth, and make a measurable impact on business performance through talent acquisition leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all talent acquisition activities for the Huntsville facility, supporting hourly manufacturing and salaried hiring needs.
• Partner with site leadership to develop and execute workforce strategies that support production requirements, business objectives, and future growth plans.
• Develop and implement recruiting plans to meet current and future staffing needs, including large-scale hiring and workforce expansion initiatives.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting activities including workforce planning, sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate selection, offer management, and onboarding partnership.
• Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for manufacturing, skilled trades, engineering, professional, and leadership positions.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to improve selection processes, hiring effectiveness, and recruitment cycle times.
• Analyze recruiting and workforce data to identify trends, measure performance, and drive process improvements.
• Establish, monitor, and report on recruiting metrics including time-to-fill, candidate quality, sourcing effectiveness, hiring manager satisfaction, and retention.
• Lead hiring manager training on interviewing, candidate assessment, and selection best practices.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
• Develop and manage relationships with external recruiting partners, educational institutions, workforce development organizations, and community groups.
• Partner with Corporate Talent Acquisition, Talent Operations, and Human Resources Centers of Excellence while providing recruiting updates and workforce insights to site leadership.

Desired Competencies:

• Leadership: You inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results.
• Business Acumen: You understand how your work impacts financial performance, operational efficiency, and organizational goals, and you make decisions with the broader business context in mind.
• Data & Analytical Literacy: You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Leadership, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive recruiting experience, including experience supporting manufacturing, operations, or high-volume hiring environments.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing talent acquisition strategies in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting large-scale recruitment initiatives and workforce growth efforts.
• Strong understanding of workforce planning, labor markets, sourcing strategies, and talent acquisition best practices.
• Proven ability to influence and partner effectively with operational leaders, site leadership, and Human Resources stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to leverage data to drive decision-making and improve outcomes.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems; experience with Workday Recruiting is preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience supporting manufacturing expansion or significant workforce scaling efforts is preferred.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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. 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; 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 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).