About the role#
The Indirect Sourcing Intern will support strategic sourcing initiatives and cost management projects at The Toro Company. This is a full-time, paid internship based in Bloomington, Minnesota, running from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Analyze procurement, supplier, and spend data to identify trends and provide recommendations.
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives and cost avoidance projects.
- Assist with the preparation, distribution, and analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quotation (RFQs).
- Maintain supplier, pricing, and contract information within internal databases.
- Conduct market research and gather supplier intelligence.
- Collaborate with teams across Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing.
- Participate in supplier evaluations, business reviews, and contract management tasks.
- Identify process efficiencies and document best practices.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an educational program and pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, finance, or operations.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Interest in interpreting data to develop business insights.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience with data visualization or reporting tools is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Bloomington, MN.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 17 to August 6).
- Employment: Full-time.
- Note: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available.
About The Toro Company
The Toro Company manufactures machinery for a variety of global markets. Its portfolio includes brands such as Toro, Ditch Witch, Exmark, and BOSS. The company operates from its headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It maintains multiple office locations across the United States to support its operations.
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