PG&A Sourcing Lead

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JOB SUMMARY

The Service Parts Sourcing Lead is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that ensure service parts are available to support post-sales customer demand. This role partners closely with Product Development, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Inventory Planning, and suppliers to identify, source, onboard, and supply service parts that meet delivery, quality, cost, and customer service objectives. In this position you will drive supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives to minimize backorders, mitigate supply risk, and support customer satisfaction through proactive supplier and cross-functional collaboration. The position also evaluates supplier capabilities, negotiates commercial terms, and leads sourcing projects that enhance profitability, operational efficiency, and supply chain resiliency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand supplier capabilities and capacities to produce product in line with Polaris volume expectations.

• Manage relationships and processes with suppliers to support timely delivery of product to the customer.

• Support problem resolution discussions with suppliers & ensure the adequacy and timeliness of supplier corrective action plans.

• Work with suppliers to resolve price and invoice discrepancies.

• Identify and communicate internally any supplier concerns or opportunities.

• Support supplier quality function to determine root cause, necessary containment and counter measure activities for quality related issues.

• Meet regularly with Production sourcing teams to align on strategy and shared supplier relationships.

• Manage assigned and establish new supplier relationships to ensure sufficient communication and alignment between the suppliers and Polaris.

• Be a subject matter expert in supplier contracts and provide guidance and best practices to buyers in the execution of critical supply agreements and LTAs.

• Identify and execute the implementation of cost reduction projects, supplier transitions, and tool transitions as assigned to improve regional spend, supplier relationships, tariff mitigation and for any other business needs.

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

• Co-create with buyers & 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.

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

• Establish and negotiate contractual commitments to ensure longer-term cost savings to meet departmental goals, as assigned.

• Help support part shortages and delivery when necessary.

• Perform cost analysis, and resolve pricing discrepancies to drive financial performance, as assigned.

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

• Assist in the ongoing segmentation of the PG&A supplier base

• Initiate and manage quoting events and related activities for parts to supplier partners based on defined commodity strategy and propose supplier selections for assigned commodity.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or technical area is required.

• 2+ years sourcing or related experience.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

• Ability to comprehend 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.

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

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

• Proficiency in Project Management tools and ability to thrive in managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Functional knowledge of engineering documentation, manufacturing process control, and technical data.

• Advanced knowledge of supply contracts with domestic and international suppliers.

• Advanced knowledge of commodity markets, with capability to analyze data and develop strategy.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Fast paced office environment

• Hybrid office environment (at least 3 days in office per week)

• Some travel required, up to 10%, to PG&A warehouses, suppliers, and dealers

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $75,000 to $99,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

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