About this role
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
The Central Planning Supervisor leads a team of Central Planners and serves as the day-to-day escalation point for serialized production parts with line impacting shortages. This role partners with sourcing to drive supplier corrective actions, optimizing part delivery, and achieving inventory and operational targets. The supervisor organizes and makes documents calls with plant and parts teams to ensure clear communication, prompt issue resolution, and alignment across operations. They also maintain accurate, up to date documentation of shortages and recovery actions through Control Tower shortage trackers.
This role leads a team of planners, drives schedule adherence, improves planning processes, and partners cross functionally with suppliers, operations, procurement, and logistics.
Responsibilities
- Assists in resolving part shortages effectively and with minimum cost . Serve as escalation point-of-contact for specified production locations when material shortages are imminent . Escalate to other cross functional leaders as required.
- Actively manage vendor relationships and on-time delivery performance
- Identifies opportunities increase freight utilization, reduce unnecessary material handling, and optimize flexibility for assigned plants.
- Provide leadership and direction to Central Planners . Teach, train , and integrate new central planners . Develop and improve central planning tools and standard work.
- Reviews planner scorecard to audit if checklist activities are being completed in adherence to Standard Work . Ensure effective use of ERP/MRP and planning tools.
- Works well cross functionally with all parts of the organization . Fosters and develop relationships with key sources , materials and logistics contacts.
Experience & Skills
- 3 + years’ experience in purchasing, planning or materials
- Strong interpersonal skills & the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people.
- Ability to synthesize large amounts of data quickly and stay calm under pressure.
- Strong, quick decision-making skills rooted in data and traceability.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining process adherence and high standards.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including intercultural communication.
- Knowledge of International Trade Compliance rules and practices
- Negotiation skills including conflict management.
- Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and Bill of Materials
- Must have current PC/software proficiency including Microsoft Office S uite of products.
- Four-year college degree with a focus on Supply Chain or related field required.
Working Conditions
- O ffice environment.
- T ravel 0-20%
- Location – BG /HSV, ROS, MTY
We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
About Polaris Industries, Inc.
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. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.
North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Polaris Mexico) is at the forefront of innovation in the powersports industry, manufacturing world-class vehicles that inspire adventure, we are home of RZR, ATV, General, Sportsman and other greats brands. With a focus on quality, teamwork, and cutting-edge technology, our Mexico operations are our largest global manufacturing facility site with more than 5,000 employees. Here at Polaris Mexico, we have engineering support from our new Product Development Center and physically assemble each one of our all-off-road vehicles with processes of injection molding, tube fabrication, welding, engines assembly, liquid and metal paint, and 6 assembly lines. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment where talent thrives, and bold ideas come to life. Join Polaris Mexico, where passion meets innovation! www.polaris.com
How We Hire
North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and makes 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 regarding social assistance, union membership, political beliefs or any other status protected by applicable law.