Global Strategic Sourcing Intern

Polaris Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; MXN 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Mexico is seeking a Sourcing Intern to support Global Strategic Sourcing initiatives. You will work with suppliers and cross-functional teams to improve supplier performance, ensure material continuity, and help standardize processes.

The role involves data analysis, project support, and maintaining documentation of best practices. Responsibilities include analyzing supplier scorecards, supporting item balance reviews (MOQ, lead times, planning profiles), and developing recovery

Qualifications

• Strong relationship-building and influence skills.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset, and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support supply chain projects with domestic and international suppliers.
• Collaborate with Planning, Logistics, Sourcing, and Engineering teams to support supplier performance initiatives.
• Maintain supplier action registers and follow up on corrective actions.
• Develop and manage recovery plans and tracking reports for assigned suppliers.
• Analyze supplier scorecards and performance metrics.
• Support item balance reviews, including MOQ, lead times, and planning profiles.
• Assist in creating and maintaining standard work documentation and process improvements.
• Provide reporting and analytical support for special sourcing projects.

Skills

Relationship building

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Communication (English & Spanish)

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Supply Chain / International Business / Data Science

Tools

MRP systems

Supply chain software

Job description

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 Sourcing Intern supports Global Strategic Sourcing initiatives by working closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to improve supply base performance, ensure material continuity, and support process standardization. This role contributes to supply chain efficiency through data analysis, project support, supplier performance tracking, and documentation of best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Strong relationship-building and influence skills.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset, and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, International Business, Data Science, or a related field.
• Knowledge of MRP systems and supply chain processes.
• Previous internship or experience in manufacturing, assembly, automotive, or related industries.
• Experience working with data analysis, metrics, and reporting tools.

Position Overview

• Support supply chain projects with domestic and international suppliers.
• Collaborate with Planning, Logistics, Sourcing, and Engineering teams to support supplier performance initiatives.
• Maintain supplier action registers and follow up on corrective actions.
• Develop and manage recovery plans and tracking reports for assigned suppliers.
• Analyze supplier scorecards and performance metrics.
• Support item balance reviews, including MOQ, lead times, and planning profiles.
• Assist in creating and maintaining standard work documentation and process improvements.
• Provide reporting and analytical support for special sourcing projects.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.

About Polaris Industries, Inc.

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. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Polaris Mexico) is at the forefront of innovation in the powersports industry, manufacturing world-class vehicles that inspire adventure, we are home of RZR, ATV, General, Sportsman and other greats brands. With a focus on quality, teamwork, and cutting-edge technology, our Mexico operations are our largest global manufacturing facility site with more than 5,000 employees. Here at Polaris Mexico, we have engineering support from our new Product Development Center and physically assemble each one of our all-off-road vehicles with processes of injection molding, tube fabrication, welding, engines assembly, liquid and metal paint, and 6 assembly lines.

We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment where talent thrives, and bold ideas come to life. Join Polaris Mexico, where passion meets innovation! www.polaris.com

How We Hire

North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and makes 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 regarding social assistance, union membership, political beliefs or any other status protected by applicable law. At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures.

Learn more at http://www.polaris.com/careers