PG&A Purchasing, Analyst (Parts, Garments & Accessories)
Job Location:
Plymouth, MA - USA
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Job Summary
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 Supply Chain Specialist you will manage supplier relationships and purchasing activities for Parts Garments & Accessories (PG&A) products to support inventory service level and customer fulfillment objectives. You will collaborate with suppliers demand planning analysts and cross-functional teams to ensure the timely delivery of products to Polaris distribution this role you will monitor inventory performance support cost and process improvement initiatives and resolve supply-related issues that impact product availability. This position offers the opportunity to influence supplier performance inventory outcomes and customer service results across a broad product portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage relationships with assigned suppliers to drive delivery performance and support business objectives.
- Review and approve purchase order recommendations ensuring appropriate inventory levels to meet customer demand and service targets.
- Coordinate with demand planning analysts to improve purchasing accuracy and inventory performance.
- Monitor supplier delivery performance and expedite orders as needed to support fill rate objectives.
- Resolve backorder issues and support continuity of supply in alignment with established goals.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to achieve operational and business objectives.
- Lead supplier cost and inventory reduction initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
- Negotiate lead times order quantities and cost-related terms with suppliers to support business needs.
- Analyze and resolve supplier invoicing issues and purchase order discrepancies.
- Proactively identify communicate and escalate supply chain risks or urgent issues as appropriate.
Desired Competencies:
- Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
- Problem Solving: You identify issues assess root causes and implement practical solutions that balance speed quality and risk.
- Planning & Organization: You manage time resources and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of purchasing or related experience preferred.
- Foundational knowledge of supply chain management principles including MRP logistics and inventory management.
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate influence and resolve conflicts professionally and collaboratively.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities.
- Excellent organizational skills attention to detail and written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to travel minimally for supplier distribution center and dealer visits including remote outdoor locations.
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The starting pay range for Minnesota is $64000 to $80000 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; 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 ().
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About Company
We pioneer product breakthroughs which help people work and play outside. Explore our line of products from powersports to commercial, government and military vehicles.
