Project Leader

Polaris • Wyoming, MN

53d • $76,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Join Polaris’ ORV Color & Graphics Team and play a key role in shaping the look and feel of our off-road vehicles. As a Project Leader , you’ll drive the development and execution of color and graphics projects across multiple platforms each model year. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone who thrives on project management, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering exceptional results. If you’re passionate about design execution, enjoy leading teams, and want to make a visible impact on products that customers love, this is your opportunity.

Requirements

• Project Management Expertise: Proven ability to plan, organize, and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with CAD systems and BOM management preferred.
• Strong Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; ability to influence without direct authority.
• Problem-Solver: Effective decision-making and negotiation skills; thrives in ambiguity.
• Team Leadership: Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Software Proficiency: MS Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint; experience with AS400 and PRS (Polaris Release System) is a plus.
• Education & Experience Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Not Required: Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum 3 years in a business setting with strong process orientation; 2+ years in project management (product development experience preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution for ORV color and graphics programs, ensuring all requirements are defined, documented, and achieved.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to meet cost, quality, durability, and performance goals.
• Drive cross-functional alignment with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure flawless execution.
• Facilitate graphics reviews from kickoff through 3D design reviews; attend in-person sessions as needed.
• Oversee decal development from concept to production, including part creation, approval, and release of drawings/kits.
• Execute and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) structures to reflect model aesthetics and graphics milestones.
• Initiate and monitor validation for new finishes and graphics materials; develop mitigation strategies for high-risk content.
• Prepare and coordinate engineering change orders for decal modifications.
• Support pilot builds on-site, providing direction and training to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues related to materials, tolerances, and color verification.
• Own and track program finances (labor, tooling, expenses) and report status regularly.
• Embrace change and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees