Warehouse Supervisor

Polaris Inc.; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Gym & personal training reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability offerings

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a Distribution Center Operations Manager to oversee daily warehouse operations, staffing, safety, quality, and budget management at a global distribution center supporting PGA.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, ensure service levels, and support employee development. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in large-scale logistics, strong leadership, and experience with AS400 and RF/bar‑coding systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in management or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in large-scale automated distribution or logistics operations with budget responsibility.
• Experience leading employees, managing performance, and developing staff.
• Experience with workplace safety programs and OSHA standards.
• Strong communication across multiple levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily department operations and special projects to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and order fulfillment objectives.
• Manage departmental performance through monitoring and improvement of processes and metrics.
• Develop, manage, and monitor budgets including labor, packing, maintenance, and related costs.
• Analyze data to identify trends and drive improvements for decision-making.
• Coordinate workforce planning, scheduling, training, and staffing coverage.
• Supervise employees including performance management and coaching.
• Recruit, interview, onboard, and train new staff with effective orientation.
• Establish performance goals and conduct evaluations.
• Collaborate with HR and staffing agencies to maintain staffing levels.
• Communicate priorities and initiatives to employees and stakeholders at all levels.
• Participate in cross-functional committees as a department representative.
• Maintain payroll and personnel records and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AS400

RF/bar‑coding

Sortation systems

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 lead daily operations within a global distribution center supporting Polaris’ Parts, Garments and Accessories (PGA) business. In this role, you will oversee warehouse operations, employee performance, safety, quality, productivity, staffing, and budget management to ensure departmental objectives are achieved. You will partner with cross‑functional teams and frontline leaders to drive operational improvements, maintain service levels, and support employee development. You will play a key role in creating an efficient, safe, and productive work environment while ensuring compliance with company policies and operational standards. This position offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on distribution performance, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily department operations and special projects to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and order fulfillment objectives.
• Manage departmental performance through the monitoring and improvement of operational processes, workflows, and performance metrics.
• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets, including labor, packaging, maintenance, and related operating expenses.
• Analyze operational data and reports to identify trends, drive improvements, and support business decision‑making.
• Partner with Group Leads to coordinate workforce planning, scheduling, training, overtime assignments, shift rotations, and staffing coverage.
• Supervise employees in accordance with company policies, including performance management, coaching, corrective actions, and employee development.
• Recruit, interview, onboard, and train new employees while ensuring effective orientation and job readiness.
• Establish departmental and individual performance goals and conduct performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and staffing agencies to maintain appropriate staffing levels and support workforce needs.
• Communicate operational priorities, performance expectations, and organizational initiatives to employees and stakeholders at all levels.
• Participate on cross‑functional committees and teams as a representative of the department.
• Maintain required payroll, personnel, and operational records and documentation.

Desired Competencies

• Leadership: You inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results.
• Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.
• Communication: You clearly convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences, adjusting your message to ensure understanding and alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in large‑scale automated distribution, warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics operations with budget responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience leading employees, managing performance, and supporting employee development.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with experience identifying root causes and implementing sustainable, metrics‑driven solutions.
• Experience managing workplace safety programs and applying OSHA standards within an operational environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences across multiple organizational levels.
• Knowledge of distribution center operations, including logistics, fulfillment, warehouse operations, and facilities support.
• Strong organizational, supervisory, and quality‑management capabilities.
• Experience with AS400, RF/bar‑coding technology, and material handling or sortation systems preferred.
• Ability to work in a distribution and office environment and lift materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities simultaneously.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off
• Gym & personal training reimbursement
• Life insurance
• 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).

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