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:

The Product Development Excellence (PDE) PMO Team is responsible for leading transformational initiatives and other continuous improvement projects across Global Engineering.  The Sr. Project Management Leader is responsible for leading long-term, high-impact initiatives & projects within Engineering.  The ideal candidate is passionate about project management, process development, continuous improvement, and enjoys coaching others in the application of best practices.  This person also enjoys taking complex problems and determining what project management approach to apply in order to gain team and stakeholder alignment in executing the solution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilitate framing of larger process development programs to assist sponsor/project owner with defining scope, structure, metrics, governance, approach, and timingLead development & execution of schedule, scope, communications, and risk management with project teams across multiple projects involving long-range or complex business objectivesFacilitate workshops, including process mapping, for in-person and hybrid teamsLead and coach other project management leaders in the facilitation of process mapping and project planningWork closely with other Project Management Leaders, Program Managers, Portfolio Manager, and other sponsors/stakeholders to ensure all aspects of the project are successfully completedIdentify and resolve, with the team, any potential deviations from the approved project planManage the critical path to achieve agreed-upon milestones on timeIdentify & resolve/escalate project issues/risks to minimize impact to schedule and/or budget Identify potential solutions to resource constraints within and between projectsDrive prioritization discussionsDevelop and drive adoption 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 teamsDefine and track metricsRegularly communicate and report out on project status and key milestonesServe as subject matter expert for other Project Management LeadersOther duties as assigned

KEY SKILLS:

Strong communication skills (written and oral) including facilitation and presentation skills, including at the executive levelExcellent project management and process mapping skillsProven track record of achieving project deliverablesAbility to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlinesAbility to lead change and motivate others at all levels within the organizationStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others without direct authorityEffective decision-making, problem solving and negotiating skillsAbility to work effectively within tight deadlines and firm schedulesAbility to embrace a rapidly changing environment and operate throughout ambiguous situationsSelf-directed with strong personal initiativeProfessionalism and strong customer service skillsProficient MS Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, SharePoint

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, or related field is required.Minimum of 5 years of experience in a business setting with strong process orientation skills & experience, with 4+ years of project management experience within product development &/or process development/implementation is required.Proven experience as a subject-matter expert in either Lean &/or Continuous Improvement project management.Project Management Certification (PMP or similar) or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

Hybrid working modelThis position is not eligible for Sponsorship

The pay range for Minnesota is $96,500 to $126,600 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

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 culture. At 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 generous matching 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' 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.  www.polaris.com  

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 800-765-2747 or Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com.  To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).