Dynamic business leader with diverse experience across various industries and functions. Excel in driving strategic initiatives, solving complex problems and delivering impactful results. Currently serving as Vice President General Manager of Slingshot at Polaris Inc., the global leader in Powersports. Focused on enabling open-road adventure for customers through thrilling, three-wheeled vehicles that look, sound and drive like nothing else on the road. Passionate about creating customer value, building high-performing teams and fostering collaboration.
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Vice President General Manager, SlingshotPolaris Inc. Jun 2024 - PresentMedina, Minnesota, UsFull P&L responsibility for the Polaris Slingshot business. -
Vice President, Off-Road Electric VehiclesPolaris Inc. Apr 2022 - Jun 2024Medina, Minnesota, UsLed the global Electric Vehicle business for Polaris Off Road. Focused on improving the off-road experience through electrification. Responsible for setting the vision, defining the strategy, building the long-range plan, and successfully commercializing EVs to achieve strategic objectives and deliver growth and financial goals. This included accountability for product development, engineering, program management, SIOP, marketing and sales.
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Director, Off-Road Electric VehiclesPolaris Inc. Aug 2021 - Jun 2022Medina, Minnesota, UsResponsible for Electric Vehicle product strategy, planning and launch execution. This included accountability for delivering marketing, communications, sales and dealer service and training objectives. Led the successful introduction of the first modern off-road electric vehicle born from the partnership between Polaris and Zero Motorcycles, the award-winning RANGER XP Kinetic.
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Marketing Director, Off-Road VehiclesPolaris Inc. Dec 2018 - Aug 2021Medina, Minnesota, UsMarketing leader responsible for all aspects of brand management and go-to-market strategy, planning and execution to deliver retail, share and financial goals of the Off Road Utility business (RANGER and ATV brands) for Polaris. Also led budget management, portfolio creative, and paid media strategy and planning for all Off Road brands. Successfully led multiple new product launches, including RANGER SP 570 and Sportsman 450 and 570.
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Marketing Manager, Off-Road VehiclesPolaris Inc. Oct 2016 - Dec 2018Medina, Minnesota, UsLed marketing for the RANGER and ATV brands. Key areas of responsibility included annual go-to-market strategy and planning, brand strategy, content strategy, new product launches, product positioning, paid media, social media, partnership marketing, PR and event planning. Successfully led multiple new product launches, including RANGER XP 1000 and CREW XP 1000.
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Manager, Pg&A Special ProjectsPolaris Inc. Oct 2015 - Sep 2016Medina, Minnesota, UsFocus on strategic initiatives within the Parts, Garments and Accessories business (PG&A). Tasked with defining the strategic vision for the front-end business model of an off-road vehicle customization program (factory-installed features and options). Led development of a business case and strategic plan for competitive commodities within the Polaris accessories business.
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Director Of OperationsTdi Packsys Llc Aug 2014 - Sep 2015Vernon Hills, Illinois, UsLed the operations of a growing global packaging and automation company. Played key role in initiatives to support company growth and expansion into automation, including implementation of an ERP system. Key areas of responsibility included supporting new business development, account management, global sourcing, supplier manufacturing and quality control, 3PL warehouse management, and global logistics management. -
Senior Operations ManagerTdi Global Solutions, Inc. Jul 2010 - Aug 2014Lawrence, Kansas, UsManaged operations across TDI Network plants in North America and Asia. Charged with developing a multi-user database to support operations for a growing global business with multi-million dollar annual sales. Responsible for quoting new business opportunities, customer support, sourcing, supplier on-boarding, supplier quality and global logistics management. -
Operations Supervisor | VideojetDanaher Corporation Sep 2009 - Jun 2010Washington, District Of Columbia, UsLed a team of 7 associates responsible for the on-time delivery of 15,000 customer sales order lines per month. Implemented standard work leveraging Lean tools to improve productivity and quality. -
Buyer/Planner | VideojetDanaher Corporation Sep 2008 - Sep 2009Washington, District Of Columbia, UsResponsible for multi-million dollar annual materials procurement to support production. Utilized JIT, Kanban, and blanket POs to efficiently plan, schedule, and monitor materials flow. Supported and led Kaizen events to reduce past-due materials, establish standard work, and improve productivity.
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Supply Chain Analyst | VideojetDanaher Corporation Jun 2008 - Sep 2008Washington, District Of Columbia, UsSpecialized in leveraging supply chain solutions software to optimize inventory management processes. Conducted comprehensive analyses to streamline inventory operations and maximize efficiency.
Josh Hermes Education Details
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Northwestern University - Kellogg School Of ManagementMarketing -
Michigan State UniversitySupply Chain Management
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Josh Hermes works for Polaris Inc.
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Josh Hermes's current role is VPGM, Slingshot at Polaris Inc..
What schools did Josh Hermes attend?
Josh Hermes attended Northwestern University - Kellogg School Of Management, Michigan State University.
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