Sr. Channel Development Analyst

Polaris Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) matching

Financial wellness education

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Gym & personal training reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a Channel Development Analyst to support the dealer network by analyzing data, developing insights, and delivering reporting for informed decisions.

You will partner with Channel Development, Sales, and Operations to monitor KPIs, improve reporting tools, and support business initiatives across the organization. You will identify trends, evaluate program effectiveness, and contribute to process improvements that enhance operational performance, influencing decisions with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Analytics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in business analysis, operations, analytics, reporting, or a related field.
• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify actionable insights.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI and business intelligence or reporting tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Travel may be required, up to 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business, financial, and performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement across the dealer network.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance reports, dashboards, and performance metrics that support business objectives and decision making.
• Support cross-functional initiatives by gathering data, monitoring progress, and providing analytical insights to stakeholders.
• Conduct research and root cause analysis to identify business challenges and recommend practical solutions.
• Measure and evaluate program performance and business outcomes to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and enhancement of dealer tools, resources, and reporting processes.
• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure data accuracy, reporting consistency, and successful execution of business initiatives.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and summaries that communicate findings, recommendations, and key business insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Analytics, Statistics, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Introduction

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

As a Channel Development Analyst, you will support business performance across the dealer network by analyzing data, developing insights, and delivering reporting that enables informed decision making. You will partner with Channel Development, Sales, Operations, and other internal teams to monitor key performance indicators, improve reporting tools, and support business initiatives. In this role, you will help identify trends, evaluate program effectiveness, and contribute to process improvements that enhance operational performance. You will also provide analysis and recommendations that support continuous improvement and business objectives across the organization. This role offers the opportunity to influence business decisions through data-driven insights while partnering with stakeholders across multiple functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business, financial, and performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement across the dealer network.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance reports, dashboards, and performance metrics that support business objectives and decision making.
• Support cross-functional initiatives by gathering data, monitoring progress, and providing analytical insights to stakeholders.
• Conduct research and root cause analysis to identify business challenges and recommend practical solutions.
• Measure and evaluate program performance and business outcomes to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and enhancement of dealer tools, resources, and reporting processes.
• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure data accuracy, reporting consistency, and successful execution of business initiatives.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and summaries that communicate findings, recommendations, and key business insights to stakeholders.

Desired Competencies

• Data & Analytical Literacy: You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.
• Critical Thinking: You analyze information objectively, evaluate options, and apply sound judgment to solve problems and make informed decisions.
• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Analytics, Statistics, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in business analysis, operations, sales support, analytics, reporting, or a related field.
• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify actionable insights.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI and business intelligence or reporting tools.
• Strong organizational, project coordination, and time management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience working with large datasets and performance reporting preferred.
• Knowledge of dealer, retail, distribution, or channel-based business environments preferred.
• Travel may be required, up to 20% of the time.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
• The starting pay range for Minnesota is $83,000 to $109,000 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.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan.
• Generous matching contribution to 401(k).
• Financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement.
• Life insurance and disability offerings.
• Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off to support employees who volunteer for community improvement.

Company Culture

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.

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).

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