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.- JOB SUMMARY:Deliver a continuously improved future-state of operations at Polaris. This will be accomplished by shaping the operations strategy, developing and refining standard processes, identifying value creation opportunities, and leading the execution of specific projects related to insourcing.- ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:- Understand the current Manufacturing Optimization approach and how it enables Long Range Plans (LRP). Support on-going refinement by providing analytical contributions and practical insights.- Use the growing toolbox of operations processes to drive standardization of insource, outsourcing, capacity management, and vertical integration related work. Develop and document process improvements as standard work.- Network with stakeholders in various departments and locations to facilitate alignment where internal manufacturing changes through investment, insourcing, outsourcing, and capacity management can drive incremental value Polaris-wide.- Use creative thinking and problem-solving skills to identify new value creation opportunities related to make vs buy manufacturing plans Polaris-wide. Use analytics to measure and validate the value of various opportunities.- Build awareness and agreement for specific value creation projects related to manufacturing make vs buy proposals. Get the key participants on board.- Execute the implementation of insourcing and outsourcing projects in a manner that attains the safety, quality, schedule, and cost expectations.- Communicate progress.- Drive the tools of Operational Excellence including 5S, value-stream mapping, standard work, cell design, pull systems, single piece flow, Kanban, SMED and TPM/OEE.- SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION:- Bachelor's degree (emphasis in supply chain, general business or related) required.- Master in Supply Chain or related field or Bachelor's degree or Master in Quality preferred- 2+ years industry experience- Results that demonstrate organization and drive- Flexibility to lead projects with a variety of manufacturing disciplines- Self-directed and motivated.- Proven track record of improving processes and solving problems- Ability to lead and influence cross-functional groups towards a common goal- Approximately 20% travel required for site and supplier visitsAbout PolarisAs 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 StatementPolaris 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.
