Sr. Purchasing Analyst

Polaris Inc.•Plymouth, MN

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. Position Overview: As a Sr. Purchasing Analyst, you will manage the purchase order workflow for a defined set of service parts and suppliers within the Parts, Garments & Accessories (PG&A) organization. In this role, you will ensure that parts are accurately ordered, tracked, and delivered to Polaris distribution centers by collaborating with cross-functional partners and suppliers. You will investigate and resolve issues such as quantity discrepancies, pricing variances, or delivery delays, and proactively address risks before they affect availability. You will also contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance supplier performance and operational efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on fill rates, service levels, and overall supply chain execution while continuing to develop as a supply chain professional.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum 4 years of procurement experience.
Minimum 2 years of experience managing purchase order workflows.
Ability to negotiate, influence, and resolve conflict constructively.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues and improve processes.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities with strong organization and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end purchase order workflow for service parts, coordinating across systems, internal teams, and suppliers.
Analyze and resolve discrepancies related to quantities, pricing, documentation, or delivery throughout the purchase order lifecycle.
Develop and maintain productive relationships with domestic and international suppliers to support consistent performance.
Approve purchase orders, monitor shipment status, expedite as needed, and address backorder issues to support fill rate targets.
Review and validate recommended purchase quantities and collaborate with demand planning to improve forecasting accuracy.
Negotiate cost, lead time, and order quantity parameters to support supply chain and cost‑management objectives.
Execute supplier cost‑reduction and inventory‑reduction initiatives to improve operational efficiency.