Talent Management Specialist

Polaris Inc; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a HR Programs Analyst to support the Parts, Garments & Accessories HR team. The role focuses on talent programs, analytics, and process improvement, delivering timely insights to drive people decisions.

You will partner with HR leaders, manage recurring talent processes, and own HR dashboards in a hybrid Minnesota environment. This role requires strong project management, analytics, and communication skills to influence cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, or Business.
• Minimum 3 years of HR experience.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to influence cross-functionally.
• Experience with Workday preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead PM, communications, and consolidated reporting for annual HR programs (Performance Management, Employee Surveys, Organization & Talent Review, Market Evaluation, Promotion Reviews, Career & Development Planning).
• Develop content and manage execution of PG&A Quarterly Talent Reviews and PG&A talent routines and learning forums.
• Partner with PG&A HR and leaders to implement talent initiatives consistently across the business.
• Prepare, maintain, and analyze monthly people metrics to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Own PG&A HR dashboards and reporting tools; translate data into insights for HR and leadership.
• Partner with HRIS to improve Workday reporting, data quality, and consistency.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Power BI

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

This role supports the Parts, Garments & Accessories Human Resources team by strengthening talent programs, improving people insights, and enabling consistent HR process execution. Partnering with HR colleagues and business leaders, you will help drive customer-focused, efficient, and profitable growth across the business. Your work combines talent management, HR analytics, project management, and process improvement responsibilities. The position offers meaningful ownership of recurring talent processes and visibility across HR business partners, centers of excellence and business leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project management, communications, and consolidated reporting support for annual HR programs, including Performance Management, Employee Surveys, Organization & Talent Review, Market Evaluation, Promotion Reviews, and Career & Development Planning.
• Develop content and manage the execution of PG&A Quarterly Talent Reviews and other PG&A-specific talent routines and learning forums.
• Partner with PG&A HR and business leaders to implement and communicate talent initiatives consistently across the business.
• Prepare, maintain, and analyze monthly people metrics to identify trends and provide actionable insights for talent and workforce decisions.
• Own PG&A HR dashboards and reporting tools, translating workforce data into clear insights for HR and business leaders.
• Partner with HRIS to improve Workday reporting, data quality, and reporting consistency across recurring talent and workforce processes.
• Develop and deliver ad hoc reporting and analysis for talent reviews, organizational planning, HR processes, and business requests.
• Serve as a cross-functional connector among HR business partners, centers of expertise, HRIS, and business leaders to align priorities and deliver talent resources and tools.
• Manage timelines, communications, and deliverables for HR programs and initiatives.
• Improve HR processes and talent programs to increase consistency, efficiency, employee experience, and value to the business.

Desired Competencies

• Data & Analytical Literacy: You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.
• Planning & Organization: You manage time, resources, and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.
• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in Human Resources or a related field.
• Strong organizational planning and project management skills.
• Critical-thinking and analytical skills, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively across functions, organizational levels, and stakeholder groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build trust, influence without direct authority, and translate stakeholder input into clear actions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Power BI.
• Experience using a Human Resource Information System; Workday experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment under hybrid work expectations.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $70,000 to $90,000 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‑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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