Project Management Leader

Polaris Inc.; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) matching program

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead diagnostic software system projects supporting dealer-facing tools, manufacturing systems, and engineering processes.

You will coordinate scope, schedule, cost, validation, and supplier activities to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. You will collaborate with technical leads, program leadership, and internal teams to enable software-enabled service tools for diagnostics and cross-functional execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Engineering degree preferred for role.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
• Strong planning, execution, organization and follow-up with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.
• Clear communication of complex topics to diverse audiences.
• Decision-making, problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration with technical leads, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Technical aptitude to understand and communicate technical details.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple electronic service tool integration projects under PM guidance.
• Define project scope, schedule, cost, validation, and execution plans with cross-functional teams.
• Track status and ensure projects stay on time, within scope and budget.
• Coordinate plans with third-party suppliers of electronic service tools.
• Communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans through reviews.
• Follow up actions from reviews and drive closure with stakeholders.
• Analyze issues with technical leads and suggest practical solutions.
• Coordinate resolution with program leaders, managers, suppliers and internal teams.

Skills

Planning & Organization

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Engineering degree preferred

PMP certification preferred

Tools

Project management tools

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 Overview

You will manage diagnostic software system projects that support dealer-facing electronic service tools, manufacturing systems, and engineering processes. In this role, you will coordinate project scope, schedule, cost, validation requirements, supplier activities, and issue resolution to help ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, technical leads, program leadership, and third-party suppliers to support project execution and communication. This is a compelling opportunity to contribute to software-enabled service tools that support product diagnostics, dealer service capability, and cross-functional execution across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple electronic service tool integration projects of varying scope and timeline under the guidance of a program manager.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define project scope, schedule, cost, validation requirements, and overall execution plans.
• Monitor project status, track progress against commitments, and support completion of projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Coordinate project plans and deliverables with third-party electronic service tool suppliers.
• Communicate project status, key issues, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders through regular project reviews and updates.
• Follow up on action items identified during project reviews and drive closure with appropriate stakeholders.
• Partners with technical leads to analyze project issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Coordinate issue resolution with program leaders, functional managers, suppliers, and internal teams as needed.
• Support invoice processing activities related to integration projects.

Desired Competencies

• Planning & Organization: You manage time, resources, and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.
• Communication: You clearly convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences, adjusting your message to ensure understanding and alignment.
• Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Engineering degree preferred.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
• Strong project planning, execution, organization, and follow-up skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, deadlines, and firm schedules.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly to a broad audience.
• Effective decision-making, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, technical leads, suppliers, and program stakeholders.
• Technical aptitude with the ability to understand and communicate technical details is preferred.
• Experience supporting product development process programs is preferred.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $75,000 to $95,000 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.

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). EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled