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Position Overview

As a Demand & Supply Planner for the Parts, Garments & Accessories (PG&A) business, you will manage the full cycle of demand forecasting, supply planning, and purchasing activities that directly support a key growth area of the business. You will use analytical insights and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure accurate forecasts, strong product availability, and optimized inventory performance. You will balance both demand and supply planning responsibilities while partnering closely with commercial, inventory, and operational teams. This role offers the opportunity to influence business outcomes through ownership of the planning process and data‑driven decision making.

Key Responsibilities

Leverage Blue Yonder to generate demand forecasts, align supply plans, and support effective planning execution
Lead and communicate demand recommendations throughout the monthly SIOP (Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning) process
Analyze forecast accuracy and demand trends to identify opportunities for improvement
Review and execute system‑recommended purchase quantities to support commercial growth
Approve purchase orders, ensure on‑time delivery, and expedite orders as needed to achieve availability goals
Apply fiscal discipline and risk management techniques to improve revenue, fill rate, backorder health, and inventory turns
Partner with the Inventory Optimization Analyst to enhance segmentation and technology settings that improve availability and efficiency
Identify supply risks and support development of mitigation plans Perform additional responsibilities related to demand or supply planning as assigned

Desired Competencies

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

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Business Analytics, or a related discipline
Minimum 2 years of experience in demand and/or supply planning
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and organization
Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
Strong communication and influencing skills
Experience with Power BI, Alteryx, or Blue Yonder preferred
This position is not eligible for sponsorship

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $69,000 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.

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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; 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).

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