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job summary
the sourcing program management leader is responsible for executing supplier transfers and localization initiatives aligned with polaris’ global sourcing strategies. This role ensures minimal supply chain disruption, cost efficiency, and long-term operational excellence through effective program management and cross-functional coordination.
key responsibilities include assessing supplier capabilities, managing apqp processes, coordinating tooling transfers, and ensuring timely start of production (sop). The role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to drive accountability and deliver results across departments such as engineering, sqe, planning, and npi.
essential duties & responsibilities
* conduct capacity assessments of catcher suppliers, including process, technology, and organizational readiness.
* develop and manage program plans with clear timelines, milestones, and resource allocations.
* lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project execution.
* collaborate with scrm to identify and mitigate risks related to supplier transitions.
* maintain structured communication using apqp methodology and weekly updates.
* create and manage gantt charts, open issues lists, and budget plans.
* coordinate site visits to pitcher and catcher suppliers as needed.
* coordination of ramp up and ramp down plans with each supplier as needed.
* oversee tooling transfers and new tooling development.
* align with internal teams on drawings, ppaps, demand planning, and program launches.
* work closely with sourcing managers to evaluate product cost and pricing.
* completion & delivery of the change control board (ccb) presentations
performance metrics & deliverables
* completed supplier assessments with capacity and quality evaluations.
* program plans and gantt charts developed and maintained.
* cross-functional team rosters established.
* open issues tracked and resolved.
* apqp compliance maintained.
* sop achieved on schedule.
* weekly stakeholder updates delivered.
* zero disruptions during supplier transitions.
* ppaps completed in coordination with sqes.
required
skills, knowledge & education:
* bachelor’s degree.
* 10+ years of program management experience.
* proficiency in apqp and ms office (word, excel, powerpoint, project).
* strong communication skills in english and spanish.
* willingness to travel up to 50%.
* detail-oriented with strong analytical and multitasking abilities.
* hands-on, proactive, and self-driven approach.
preferred
* degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field.
* experience in the automotive or assembly industry.
* familiarity with polaris products and operations.
* knowledge of the powersports industry.
working conditions
* fast-paced, dynamic hybrid work environment.
* frequent international travel required.
* based at apodaca nuevo leon mx.
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.
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seniority level
* seniority level
mid-senior level
employment type
* employment type
full-time
job function
* job function
purchasing and supply chain
* industries
motor vehicle manufacturing, manufacturing, and armed forces
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