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The Director of PG&A Sourcing & Supplier Development leads the global sourcing strategy for Parts, Garments & Accessories, driving supplier selection, capability development, and performance to deliver industry-leading quality, cost, delivery, and innovation. This leader oversees a global team, aligns sourcing strategies with product roadmaps and financial objectives, and strengthens supplier relationships across the PG&A portfolio. The role partners closely with Product, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Legal, provides strategic oversight of drop-ship operations, and represents PG&A in enterprise initiatives and long-range supply network planning.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership
Lead and develop the PG&A sourcing and supplier development organization, setting talent strategy, building capabilities, and ensuring strong succession and performance management across global teams.
Coordinate priorities across Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality, providing the vision, structure, and systems that enable high performance.
Key Responsibilities
Drive global PG&A sourcing strategy, governance, and standard work to drive year-over-year improvements in cost, quality, delivery, and supplier capability.
Lead cross-functional team to develop component and technology strategies, support long-range product planning, and guide supplier selection.
Monitor market, commodity, and technology trends to inform sourcing strategies, including total-cost-of-ownership decisions and localization opportunities.
Use supplier scorecards, KPIs, and analytics to strengthen accountability and guide procurement, lifecycle, and supplier performance decisions.
Advance supplier collaboration through SIOP integration, lead-time reduction, LEAN initiatives, and targeted supplier development.
Lead strategic negotiations and supply agreements that balance total delivered cost, inventory, lead times, and long-term enterprise value.
Drive innovation in sourcing processes and tools, benchmarking external industries to elevate PG&A supply chain performance and competitiveness.
Translate enterprise priorities and long-range business needs into actionable sourcing strategies, financial plans, and supplier development roadmaps.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field; Master's preferred.
10+ years of OEM sourcing experience, including 5+ years leading teams in complex, global and cross functional environments.
Broad expertise in supplier management, quality, sourcing, and cost/quality/delivery performance.
Strong strategic thinking, change leadership, supply/ macroeconomic insights, & risk management.
Demonstrated ability to develop talent, inspire teams, and influence across a matrixed global organization.
Proven ability to shape culture, drive cross-functional alignment, & present effectively at executive levels.
Track record of proactive, innovative problem-solving while challenging status quo to deliver value.
Experience in durable goods manufacturing industries such as agriculture, automotive, appliance, powersports, construction, aviation, or Tier I automotive.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Standard office environment
Some travel required both domestically and internationally
The starting pay range for Minnesota is $156,200 to $205,000 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. 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 Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com . 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
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