Project Management 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 Summary

The Product Development Excellence (PDE) PMO Team is responsible for leading transformational initiatives and other continuous improvement projects across Global Engineering. The Project Management Leader is responsible for leading long-term high-impact initiatives & projects and maintains/enhances elements of the routine operating cadence across Engineering. The ideal candidate is passionate about project management and continuous improvement and enjoys collaborating with others to develop practical and sustainable improvements. This person also enjoys learning about processes in other areas of the business to creatively help teams solve complex problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Lead development & execution of schedule scope communications and risk management with project teams across multiple process and tool development projects.

- Conduct regular discovery work to identify future process improvement opportunities

- Independently facilitate process mapping and project planning.

- Work closely with other Project Management Leaders Program Managers Portfolio Manager and other sponsors/stakeholders to ensure all aspects of the project are successfully completed.

- Identify and resolve with the team any potential deviations from the approved project plan. Manage the critical path to achieve agreed-upon milestones on time. Identify potential solutions to resource constraints within and between projects. Drive prioritization discussions.

- Identify & resolve/escalate project issues/risks to minimize impact to schedule and/or budget.

- Drive application of project management best practices across teams including Gantt charts key milestones project charters action/risk registers etc.

- Facilitate identification and sharing of lessons learned & best practices across teams.

- Define and track metrics. Regularly communicate and report out on project status and key milestones.

-Manages and updates monthly metrics to support Monthly Operating Reviews ensuring accurate performance tracking visibility into key initiatives and alignment with strategic goals.

- Other duties as assigned

SKILLS:

- Strong communication skills (written and oral) including facilitation and presentation skills.

- Demonstrates strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data identify trends and translate insights into actionable strategies that support Organizational goals and decision-making.

- Excellent project planning execution organizing and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.

- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

- Ability to lead change and motivate others at all levels within the organization.

- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others without direct authority.

- Effective decision-making problem solving and negotiating skills.

- Ability to work effectively within tight deadlines and firm schedules.

- Ability to embrace a rapidly changing environment and operate throughout ambiguous situations

- Self-directed with strong personal initiative.

- Professionalism and strong customer service skills.

- Proficient MS Excel PowerPoint Project SharePoint; familiarity with Snowflake Alteryx Power BI preferred

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

- Bachelors degree in Project Management Business or related field.

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a business setting with strong process orientation with 2 years of project experience including product development

- Experience in project management and use of project management tools including critical path or critical chain methodologies.

- Initial Project Management Certification (CAPM or similar) or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred

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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 market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance 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 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 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 or.To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law see:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ().