CAREERS
If you like the great outdoors, you’ll like working at Arctic Cat. We’re always looking for talented people to join our team, so check out our list of current openings below.
To submit an application, please contact:
Leigh Kennedy
601 South Brooks Avenue, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
lkennedy@arcticcatinc.com
Fax #: 218-681-9761
Current openings:
PURCHASING & MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
SR. FOREIGN TRADE SPECIALIST
Responsibilities:
A Foreign Trade Coordinator has the responsibility for creating the proper company foreign trade policy and procedures. It is the responsibility of the individual in this position to assure personnel involved in the process of import or export of goods, are in compliance with all government policies and procedures. The individual in this position is also responsible for maintenance of the required foreign trade data contained in the company ERP system.
The individual in the coordinator position will assist all departments of the company as it relates to import or export of goods process by:
1. Selecting proper documents required to import or export goods.
2. Selecting and recommending import brokers.
3. Selecting and recommending export brokers.
4. Reviewing brokerage documentation and fees for imports and exports to international countries.
5. Working with freight forwarders.
6. Maintaining tariff data in the ERP System
7. Assuring through review and analysis that the company is in compliance with NAFTA regulations.
8. Assuring that the required certificate of origins are obtained and filed.
9. Assuring proper duty drawback requests are created.
10. Verifying the proper item master coding in the planning system.
Location: Thief River Falls, MN
Reports to: Vice President of Materials, Director of Distribution
Skills:
1. Knowledge of personal computers on a network.
2. Ability to learn how the company ERP system works and use it during day to day activity.
3. Ability to perform item master maintenance in the company's material planning system.
4. Working knowledge of the procurement and shipping process.
5. Ability to communicate with internal departments as well as outside organizations.
6. Ability to work in a fast paced environment and ability to handle stress is important.
SALES/MARKETING
INTERNATIONAL SALES DIRECTOR
Responsibilities:
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the development and management of sales activities for all Arctic Cat products outside North America. The primary responsibility is to increase international sales growth for snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and associated parts, garments, and accessories.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Attain and exceed sales objectives by developing and executing plans necessary to grow Arctic Cat’s business outside of North America.
2. Generate new accounts in Europe, Asia/Pacific, Australia and Latin America.
3. Identify and prioritize the markets with the greatest potential for growth.
4. Identify, screen, and select distributor candidates.
5. Establish sales targets for distributors.
6. Maintain contact and provide assistance to distributors to ensure achievement of goals.
7. Regular communications with distributors.
8. Coordinate on a regular basis with departments and personnel within Arctic Cat to achieve growth goals including Credit, Service Parts, Service and Warranty, Product Planning, etc.
9. Advise and assist Arctic Cat management regarding development of products and distribution strategies for continued International expansion.
Location: Plymouth, MN
Reports to: President and COO
Skills:
1. Demonstrated success in starting and growing durable consumer products business overseas, preferably in Europe, Asia, South America, Russia, and Australia.
2. An in-depth knowledge of international distribution, market development, and sales strategies for durable consumer products.
3. Experience dealing effectively with diverse International cultures and an understanding of the dynamic and changing International marketplace.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills and strong personal presence.
5. Strong communication and presentation skills.
6. The desire, determination, and ability to consistently achieve goals in a highly competitive and dynamic environment.
7. Foreign language skills a plus.
8. Having lived outside North America is a plus.
9. Leadership, creativity, and innovation.
10. Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
Education/Experience:
1. College degree in Business Management or Marketing, preferably MBA
2. Minimum of 10 years of progressive business experience in domestic and international operations
3. A highly metrics driven and customer focused leader with demonstrated success in implementing processes and procedures to drive quality and customer satisfaction
4. A strong leader with a “rolled up sleeves” style to go deep into the tactical details to achieve success
SERVICE PARTS/ORDER ENTRY
SERVICE PARTS MANAGER
Responsibilities:
Summary: Responsible for overall management of the Service Parts business. Particular emphasis on Service Parts plan development and timely execution to achieve sales and profit targets annually. Service Parts represents about $70M dollars in annual sales to Arctic Cat and is one of our highest margin product families (42% gross profit). Responsibilities also include involvement in creation and implementation of a new POGA strategic plan to drive more aggressive growth in sales and profits for Service Parts. Manager will lead and coach supervisors to maximize sales volumes, market share, gross profits and margins. Works with Regional Sales Manager, Call Center, dealers and distributors to insure satisfactory performance of the department.
Coordinates with: All areas of POGA including Bucyrus Warehouse, other POGA Managers and Supervisors, Snowmobile and ATV/Prowler Product Managers, Marketing, Finance and SAP Business Analysts. Other departments as required.
1. Department budgets, capital requests and requested personnel.
2. Develop and manage department annual and quarterly sales objectives and report as needed.
3. Dealer programs and Call Center campaigns to attain sales goals.
4. Monitor inventory vs. sales and trends.
5. Yearly and long term strategic planning.
6. Provide all requested reporting information per upper management.
7. Identify, qualify and pursue growth opportunities.
8. Participate in POGA Management Committee monthly.
9. Create and implement annual business plans to achieve sales and operating income targets.
Location: Thief River Falls, MN
Reports to: Genearl Manager - Parts, Garments and Accessories
Skills:
1. Solid knowledge of snowmobile and ATV parts.
2. Strong business acumen and history of growing businesses – sales and profits.
3. Interest in general management of a business including fostering strong dealer relationships
4. Ability to manage multiple priorities, plan, direct and delegate work to others.
5. Strong organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills.
6. Must be able to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the company.
7. Good working knowledge of SAP, Excel, Word.
8. Must be self motivated and have the ability to make good decisions for the benefit of the company.
9. Must have strong organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills.
10. Excellent problem solving skills on both internal and external issues.
11. Strong strong analytical skills and demonstrated success in sales and marketing and managing people and product.
12. Self starter. Comfort and ability to work with minimal involvement from General Manager.
Qualifications:
1. Solid knowledge of snowmobile and ATV parts.
2. Strong business acumen and history of growing businesses – sales and profits.
3. Interest in general management of a business including fostering strong dealer relationships
4. Ability to manage multiple priorities, plan, direct and delegate work to others.
5. Strong organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills.
6. Must be able to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the company.
7. Good working knowledge of SAP, Excel, Word.
8. Must be self motivated and have the ability to make good decisions for the benefit of the company.
9. Must have strong organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills.
10. Excellent problem solving skills on both internal and external issues.
11. Strong strong analytical skills and demonstrated success in sales and marketing and managing people and product.
12. Self starter. Comfort and ability to work with minimal involvement from General Manager.
Education/Experience:
1. Post secondary education is preferred.
2. 5 to 10 years of related management experience required.
SERVICE/WARRANTY
CANADIAN DEALER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (BILINGUAL)
Responsibilities:
SUMMARY:
The individual in this position will assist Canadian Arctic Cat dealers with Snowmobile & ATV parts and accessories orders as well as provide sales and marketing support Functions include inbound and outbound sales; working with the Sales and Marketing, and Parts, Garments and Accessories groups to ensure prompt, economical and timely delivery of Arctic Cat products to its customers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Coordinate efforts with District Sales Managers in setting up new dealer accounts by providing follow-up support regarding Arctic Cat Sales, Inc. policies and procedures.
2. Execute outbound telemarketing sales and related activities plans.
3. Maintain inventory control for both ATV and Snowmobile units.
4. Initiate, schedule, and complete all field transfers of units.
5. Process dealer parts returns and buybacks.
6. Maintain regular communication with District Sales Managers regarding issues in the field.
7. Enthusiastically assist Regional and District Sales Managers and Dealers to help assure increased Retail Sales Activity.
8. Answer technical parts and accessories questions for dealers.
9. Respond to consumer calls and letters in a timely manner.
10. Input sales orders for finished goods as well as parts, garments, and accessories.
11. Assist dealers with order status (i.e. ship dates and backorders).
12. Other duties as assigned.
Location: Winnipeg
Reports to: Facility Manager
Skills:
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
1. Self motivated and diligent work habits.
2. Strong organizational, planning, and problem solving skills.
3. Able to efficiently handle multiple tasks.
4. Exceptional work attendance record.
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.
6. PC skills, including abilities in word processing and spreadsheet programs (ie Lotus Notes, MS Word, Excel, SAP).
7. Professional attitude and presence.
8. Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
9. Sales related experience wholesale/retail. Ability to travel occasionally during the year.
Education/Experience:
1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Forklift experience preferred
3. Retail Experience helpful.
4. Familiarity with Arctic Cat Dealer base and sales representatives helpful.
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