Dealer Inventory Retail Analyst

Polaris Inc.•Plymouth, MN

6d•$58,000 - $77,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Dealer Inventory Retail Analyst provides oversight and analysis of data integrity as Polaris launches a new ordering system. Supporting the North American dealer network, Sales Team, Wholegood Product teams, and PG&A (Parts, Garments & Accessories) teams, you will help optimize processes, strengthen business performance, and support growth. You prioritize and escalate order-related issues, improve key performance indicators, track system adoption, and support parameter reviews and feature enablement. The role offers broad business exposure through ownership of day-to-day RFM operations and participation in a significant system launch.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Analytics, Finance, or Accounting, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of experience in a financial or analytical role.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple tasks in a dynamic, changing business environment.
Strong PC software knowledge, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong relational database skills and experience working with large data warehouses.
Curiosity, initiative, and a results-oriented approach to addressing new challenges and achieving defined goals.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Power BI, Alteryx, and Syncron is preferred.

Responsibilities

Own execution of Dealer Inventory Retail processes and continuously improve forecasting, lead times, service-level alignment, and dealer inventory performance.
Serve as the primary point of contact for dealer support inquiries related to Retail Flow Management
Coach and train dealers and Sales Team members to increase adoption of best practices and system features.
Update field training materials based on common support requests, effective techniques, and best-practice adoption examples.
Conduct periodic business reviews to evaluate dealer performance and alignment with objectives, including retail velocity, dollars per unit, average line items per repair order, and PG&A order mix.
Monitor standard dealer performance key performance indicators and identify trends or deviations from established targets.
Analyze performance deviations to determine root causes and develop common tools or resources that communicate recommended actions to Dealer Relationship Managers and dealers.
Serve as a subject matter expert for Dealer Inventory Retail key performance indicators by measuring improvement progress, analyzing dealer adoption, supporting standard reporting, and evaluating customer buying behavior.
Participate in system feature enablement, parameter reviews, business optimization efforts, and continuous improvement projects.
Partner with cross-functional and divisional teams to resolve issues and support Dealer Inventory Retail business objectives.