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Director, Portfolio Strategy & Planning - ORV

Director, Portfolio Strategy & Planning - ORV

PolarisMinneapolis, MN, US
15 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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locations

Wyoming, MN, USA

Plymouth, MN, USA

time type

Full time

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R27596

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 Director of Portfolio Strategy & Planning ORV leads the development and execution of long-term product portfolio strategies that align with corporate and strategic business unit goals. This role builds strategic planning capabilities, guides innovation and technology planning, and sets product refresh cycles to ensure sustained growth, competitiveness, and customer relevance across the ORV portfolio. The Director also leads the visioning process for ORV, maintains platform health tools, and drives operational excellence in portfolio planning. Must have excellent business acumen and ability to influence senior-level stakeholders in a matrix environment to ensure flawless execution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Portfolio Strategy Leadership

  • Build and evolve portfolio strategy and planning capabilities across the ORV business.
  • Align long-term product vision with corporate and business unit strategies and financial goals.
  • Lead the visioning process for ORV, ensuring future product direction reflects customer needs, market trends, and innovation opportunities.
  • Define and manage product-line guidance, including refresh cadence and lifecycle planning.
  • Recommend and maintain a schedule for each platform to ensure consistent and strategic product updates.

Strategic Planning & Execution

  • Lead development of long-range product plans (LRPP) that support brand growth and profitability.
  • Translate strategic insights into actionable portfolio decisions, including investment prioritization and resource allocation.
  • Own monthly and annual LRPP activities, including forecasting and scenario planning.
  • Develop and maintain the Platform Health and Lifestyle Position Tool to assess and communicate platform performance and strategic fit.
  • Establish and manage Product Development Committee (PDC) cadence and meeting plans to drive alignment and decision-making across functions.
  • Identify and propose a product portfolio planning software solution to enhance visibility, collaboration, and strategic execution.
  • Organizational Leadership

  • Influence and align cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives forward.
  • Communicate portfolio strategy, decisions, and performance updates to senior leadership.
  • Foster a culture of strategic thinking, innovation, and customer-centric planning.
  • SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA or Master's degree strongly preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in product strategy, portfolio planning, or related roles
  • 3+ years director level experience preferred
  • Proven leadership in cross-functional environments, ideally within powersports, automotive, or consumer durable goods
  • Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and communication skills
  • Experience with product lifecycle management, innovation planning, and market analysis
  • Ability to influence at all levels and drive alignment in a matrixed organization
  • Familiarity with tools and methodologies for strategic planning, forecasting, and portfolio management
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Fast-paced, hybrid office environment
  • Travel required as needed for planning and cross-functional alignment, 20% or less
  • This position is not eligible for sponsorship

    The starting pay range for Minnesota is $167,000 to $230,000 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; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; 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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