Operations Leadership Development Program

Polaris Inc.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit-sharing plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota invites you to join the two-year Operations Development Program (ODP), offering two rotational tracks in Operations Engineering and Supply Chain. You will tackle business and technical challenges, accelerate your leadership development, and build a network with Polaris’ top Operations Leaders.

Participants gain hands-on experiences, mentoring, and exposure to key functions while preparing for a leadership role within the company.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a college degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Proven track record of leadership in internships or co-ops.
• Willing to relocate across roles/locations within the company.

Responsibilities

• Two-year program with rotational tracks in Operations Engineering and Supply Chain.
• Develop leadership and project-management skills through real-world assignments.
• Monitor and improve product and process performance to drive quality and reduce costs.
• Lead cross-functional projects and bring innovative solutions to manufacturing processes.

Skills

Leadership experience

Willingness to relocate

Strong GPA 3.0+

Education

BS/BA/MS/MBA in Engineering or Supply Chain/Operations

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.

Job Summary

Join the Operations Development Program (ODP) and you will have the invaluable chance to put your career on the fast-track to leadership within one of the most dynamic companies in the power sports industry. Participating in this two year program will allow you to have several unique rotational experiences. Each rotation will present you with both business and technical challenges that will push you to accelerate your development. You will have opportunities to expedite your knowledge of the business, develop innovative solutions to real business challenges the company is facing and build a network full of Polaris’ top Operations Leadership.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The first two years of your career will be spent within different rotational experiences that will develop crucial skillsets that will build your knowledge base of the industry. The two tracks consist of Operations Engineering and Supply Chain.
• Challenge yourself where every assignment has a new set of business problems that require you to have a wide range of experience within a variety of roles from the very foundation of your career. Possible rotational experiences could include, but are not limited to: Logistics Analyst, Production Supervisor, Buyer, Material Flow Analyst, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Lean and many other opportunities.
• Champion your Project Management skills through planning, leading and executing key assignments that track directly to the business goals.
• Monitor and improve both product and process performance in order to improve quality and drive down overall costs for the company.
• Have the autonomy to bring innovative solutions to the table that will have the ability to advance Polaris’ manufacturing processes.
• Stretch yourself with complex cross-functional projects that go beyond assignments that most new college graduates would get to participate in.
• Drive solutions to real-world business problems that the company is facing.
• Receive hands on experiences and in-depth training and career mentoring, providing you with all the tools necessary to have a successful career in Operations with an expressed desire to obtain a leadership role.

Skills & Knowledge

• You should be passionate about pursuing a career in operations or supply chain, have a natural curiosity to learn more about the field, and be willing to stretch yourself in order to develop critical skills and knowledge that will help grow the company.
• You should be working towards completing a college degree – BS, BA, MS or MBA in an Engineering field or Supply Chain/Operations Management
• You should have a proven track record of taking on leadership roles and succeeding within past Intern and Co‑op experiences.
• While in the rotational program, you will need to be willing to relocate into different roles and locations within the company. Ultimately relocation will accelerate your development tremendously.
• For ongoing career advancement, long term mobility beyond the rotational program is essential.
• You should hold a strong minimum GPA of a 3.0 in order to demonstrate your focus on continual learning and development.

The starting pay range for Minnesota

$71,000 to $76,000 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.

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.

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; 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 [e-mail]. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).

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