Dealer Inventory Retail Analyst

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Position Overview:

The Dealer Inventory Retail Analyst provides oversight and analysis of data integrity as Polaris launches a new ordering system. Supporting the North American dealer network, Sales Team, Wholegood Product teams, and PG&A (Parts, Garments & Accessories) teams, you will help optimize processes, strengthen business performance, and support growth. You prioritize and escalate order-related issues, improve key performance indicators, track system adoption, and support parameter reviews and feature enablement.

The role offers broad business exposure through ownership of day-to-day RFM operations and participation in a significant system launch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own execution of Dealer Inventory Retail processes and continuously improve forecasting, lead times, service-level alignment, and dealer inventory performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for dealer support inquiries related to Retail Flow Management
• Coach and train dealers and Sales Team members to increase adoption of best practices and system features.
• Update field training materials based on common support requests, effective techniques, and best-practice adoption examples.
• Conduct periodic business reviews to evaluate dealer performance and alignment with objectives, including retail velocity, dollars per unit, average line items per repair order, and PG&A order mix.
• Monitor standard dealer performance key performance indicators and identify trends or deviations from established targets.
• Analyze performance deviations to determine root causes and develop common tools or resources that communicate recommended actions to Dealer Relationship Managers and dealers.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Dealer Inventory Retail key performance indicators by measuring improvement progress, analyzing dealer adoption, supporting standard reporting, and evaluating customer buying behavior.
• Participate in system feature enablement, parameter reviews, business optimization efforts, and continuous improvement projects.
• Partner with cross-functional and divisional teams to resolve issues and support Dealer Inventory Retail business objectives.

Desired

Competencies:

• Data & Analytical Literacy:
You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.
• Communication:
You clearly convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences, adjusting your message to ensure understanding and alignment.
• Problem Solving:
You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Analytics, Finance, or Accounting, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a financial or analytical role.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple tasks in a dynamic, changing business environment.
• Strong PC software knowledge, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong relational database skills and experience working with large data warehouses.
• Knowledge of Power BI, Alteryx, and Syncron is preferred.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a results-oriented approach to addressing new challenges and achieving defined goals.
• Minimal travel is required.
• This position is not eligible for…