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Owner Connections Manager

Salary$99k – $130k

LocationPlymouth, MN, USA

Typefull-time

EquityIncluded

Company size10,000+ people

First seen1w ago

Last seen3d ago

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:

The Owner Experience Manager defines and advances Polaris’ owner experience strategy while leading the Owner Connections organization. Connecting owners, dealer partners, and business stakeholders, this role translates customer insights into actions that improve products, processes, policies, and support experiences. You will champion the Voice of the Customer, influence cross-functional decisions, and lead a high-performing team focused on continuous improvement. This position offers enterprise-wide ownership of initiatives that strengthen customer satisfaction, dealer loyalty, brand advocacy, and the overall ownership journey.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Owner Experience function, advancing customer satisfaction, loyalty, advocacy, and long-term brand engagement.

· Lead, develop, and empower Owner Connections leaders and team members through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and talent development.

· Translate owner feedback into business action by partnering across Service, Product, Engineering, Quality, Digital, Marketing, Warranty, Dealer Development, and other key functions to remove friction and improve owner and dealer experiences.

· Identify, prioritize, and execute strategic initiatives that support long-term business objectives, with clear goals, accountability measures, success metrics, and stakeholder alignment.

· Establish performance standards, monitor key metrics, and improve responsiveness, resolution effectiveness, service quality, and personalized support across the Owner Connections organization.

· Develop workforce plans, staffing strategies, operating priorities, and resource approaches that align forecasted demand and future business needs with service levels and operational effectiveness.

· Apply LEAN principles and operational best practices to streamline processes, reduce complexity, and improve team effectiveness and owner and employee experiences.

· Direct the resolution of complex owner issues, executive escalations, product concerns, reputational risks, and sensitive customer matters while protecting owner confidence and the Polaris brand.

· Own the Voice of the Customer program by converting owner feedback, contact trends, sentiment data, analytics, and operational metrics into actionable insights and recommendations.

· Partner with dealer-facing teams to improve dealer support, strengthen dealer loyalty, and create a more seamless ownership experience across the Polaris network.

· Develop and execute the technology and process roadmap for Owner Experience, leveraging automation, AI, CRM capabilities, analytics, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, and owner satisfaction.

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Desired Competencies:

· Leadership: You inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results.

· Customer Focus: You prioritize the needs of internal or external customers and use feedback and data to improve outcomes, processes, or experiences.

· Business Acumen: You understand how your work impacts financial performance, operational efficiency, and organizational goals, and you make decisions with the broader business context in mind.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree required.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in customer experience, customer service, customer success, relationship management, or a related field.

· Minimum 3 years of people leadership experience, including coaching, development, and performance management.

· Proven success leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing outcomes across organizations without direct authority.

· Experience using customer insights, Voice of Customer data, analytics, and operational metrics to drive business improvement.

· Demonstrated success leading change management, process improvement, or business transformation initiatives.

· Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.

· Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.

· Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively in an evolving environment.

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· This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $99,000 to $130,000 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.

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; 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 [email protected]. 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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