Sourcing Specialist II Fasteners

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:

As a Sourcing Specialist II on our fasteners team youll play a pivotal role in supporting the full product lifecyclefrom development through production. Youll support strategic sourcing initiatives lead cross-functional coordination and drive supplier performance for critical fastener components. With a focus on cost reduction and supplier development this role is ideal for someone who thrives on problem-solving and strategic collaboration. If youre ready to bring your sourcing expertise to a fast-paced innovation-driven environment this is the opportunity to make a real impact at an industry leader.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead coordination between engineering manufacturing and supply chain teams to support vehicle programs across all phasesfrom development to post-launch.

• Manage supplier relationships and ensure alignment with cost quality and delivery expectations.

• Identify supplier performance risks and cost-saving opportunities; support issue resolution and cost recovery initiatives.

• Conduct RFQs and proposals in alignment with defined commodity strategies and cost objectives.

• Support the development and implementation of supplier contracts and tooling negotiations.

• Analyze costs track savings projects in the VIP tracker and implement approved cost-reduction initiatives.

• Collaborate with the supplier quality team to address quality issues root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Monitor supplier capacity lead times and production schedules to ensure continuity and flexibility.

• Contribute to the onboarding and exit of suppliers including transitions of tools and parts.

Desired Competencies:

• Cross-Functional Collaboration You work well across departments and bring together engineering operations and suppliers to achieve shared goals.

• Analytical Thinking You use data and financial analysis to identify trends drive cost savings and make strategic sourcing decisions.

• Supplier Relationship Management You build strong performance-driven relationships with suppliers that support mutual success and long-term value.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Administration or related field.

• 2 years of sourcing procurement or supply chain experience.

• Strong negotiation decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

• Skilled in presenting to leadership with excellent verbal and written communication across all levels of an organization.

• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

• Comfortable representing Polaris in supplier meetings and driving accountability.

• Familiarity with APICS CPIM and/or ISM C.P.M./A.P.P. certifications preferred.

• Willingness to travel up to 10% as needed.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $68000 to $90000 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.

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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

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