ORV Build & Ship Performance Manager

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The Manager ORV Build & Ship Performance leads the crossfunctional planning execution and visibility of ORV ship and build from planned build to vehicle delivery. This position acts as the single source of truth while leading endtoend tracking visibility and crossfunctional team communication on progress risks and countermeasures to deliver the companys shipment and financial goals. In addition he/she is responsible for the communication and execution of highly accurate dealer order ship dates while supporting a ship to retail focus (RFM). Partners with logistics to balance ship accuracy velocity and cost. Leads the long term ship planning vision and strategy. This position requires strong crossfunctional influencing and communication skills with all levels of the company including logistics sales finance planning manufacturing and engineering.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
Ship Strategy Goals and Action Planning
Lead crossfunctionally (SIOP Logistics Product Line Sales) to develop the 4month (S&OE) ship strategy and plan that supports ORV stocking retail inventory and order lead time targets
Drive ship to retail initiatives that support retail and market share goals
Champion high dealer order visibility and accurate ship date execution to ensure Dlr & customer satisfaction
Partner with logistics to develop strategies to manage ship costs while hitting ship dates and velocity targets
Develop and execute monthly and quarterly ship plans to deliver retail and financials
Identify short and longterm strategies to improve service level and drive cost reduction
Partner with crossfunctional teams to identify build and ship issues along with countermeasures
Drive and coordinate information sharing to highlight gaps to plan and enable appropriate actions
Work crossfunctionally to drive visibility accountability and execution of build and ship plans

EndtoEnd Tracking and Visibility
Owner of reporting & metrics to deliver timely accurate information to needed channels
Owner of process and tools to track build and ship progress tying information together from endtoend
Coordinate inputs and information from various teams to provide clear picture of current state impact of inflight activities and outstanding gaps to overcome
Lead forecast process to best capture forwardlooking ship expectations based on available inputs and potential scenarios (week month quarter year)

CrossFunctional Alignment
Partner with SIOP team to ensure high order/ship/build alignment within 4month (S&OE) planning horizon
Identifies and develop appropriate metrics to ensure ship plan is supported by SIOP plans
Engages with supplier task force sourcing central planning SIOP and plant teams to synthesize information flow and then develop strategies action plans and countermeasures
Drive alignment with finance to tie build and ship team activities back through the financials
Partners with platform and product line sales to ensure ship strategies support retail & share
Works with field and product line sales team to develop competitive benchmarking for shipments

Team Development
Leads highperforming accountable team
Develops team members to support current & future business and employee goals

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Bachelors degree or equivalent required
5 years of relevant experience required (Logistics Sales Operations SIOP Product Line Sales)
Candidate must be detailoriented and a creative thinker with outstanding organization communication project management and analytical skills; strong critical thinking and problemsolving skills
Demonstrated success working in a very fastpaced environment and ability to handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines
Demonstrated ability to work crossfunctionally and interact with all levels of management
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Strong customer focus skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location Bass Creek Facility Plymouth MN
Corporate office environment
Travel required up to 15% of the time

The pay range for Minnesota is $109000 to $144000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and geography.

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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 marketleading profitsharing plan that is fundamental to our payforperformance 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 generousmatching 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 highquality product lineup includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL sidebyside offroad vehicles; Sportsman allterrain offroad vehicles; military and commercial offroad vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot motoroadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industryleading 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

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