Program Manager - VES
Polaris Industries
**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:
Polaris, a global powersports leader, is seeking a Program Manager for Vehicle Electronics and Software. This position will lead, direct, and monitor design and development programs from concept to production to achieve product objectives on a specified schedule. This position will focus on SBU program management of Vehicle Electronics and Software, inclusive of RIDE COMMAND, Connected, Electrical Systems and related electrical technologies utilized across the company.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
+ •Lead cross-functional, multi-site, multi-company project teams to meet program schedule, cost, quality, durability, performance and reliability requirements.
+ •Responsible for the overall success of assigned programs.
+ •Plan project schedule, resources, and budget.
+ •Direct programs using the Polaris Development Process (PDP), ensuring that all requirements are clearly defined, documented, and achieved. Hold PDP Milestone Reviews, as appropriate.
+ •Report out on status to stakeholders and management via Project Status and PDP Reviews.
+ •Collaborate with suppliers to use their design expertise where appropriate.
+ •Monitor and manage the manufacturing, quality, and purchasing resources and activities on the team, to provide seamless coordination and issue resolution between all team members. Support accessory and service part planning and execution, as appropriate.
+ •Allocate and monitor resources and task assignments within the teams. Coordinate issue resolution with functional managers.
+ •Motivate the entire team ensuring cross-functional program success.
+ •Assist functional managers to plan budgets and manpower forecasts.
+ •Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Minimum Qualifications:
+ •BS Engineering Degree required, or equivalent experience. MBA a plus.
+ •8+ years of program leadership or engineering project leadership experience, in a similar industry.
+ •Demonstrated progression of programs with increasingly complex system hardware/software interaction.
+ •Demonstrated ability to clearly message complex program needs and status within all management levels of the organization.
+ •Strong technical background.
+ •Strong leadership skills and ability.
+ •Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
+ •Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence others. Demonstrated ability to form business inter-relationships with supporting managers, leaders, and staff.
+ •Decisive and prone to action. Must be quality-oriented and customer focused.
+ •Excellent project planning, organizing, and administrative skills.
+ •Extensive budget management experience
+ •Understands how program objectives, tools, and resources relate cross-functionally.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Standard office environment. Limited travel required.
**The pay range for Minnesota is $106,000 to $140,000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.**
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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._ _Apply today!_
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; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; 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_ _Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com_ _. 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
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