Indirect Sourcing Intern - The Toro Company

The Toro Company•Bloomington, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Candidates must be available to start on May 17 and participate through the duration of the program. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future. The Toro Company (TTC) has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA. Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental center and home centers—as well as online direct to end users.

Requirements

Interns must be enrolled in an educational program during the duration of the internship program.
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, finance, operations, or a related field.
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with an interest in interpreting data and developing business insights.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel; experience with data visualization or reporting tools is a plus.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build positive working relationships.
Self-motivated with a willingness to learn, take initiative, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data visualization or reporting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support strategic sourcing initiatives and cost savings/cost avoidance projects across a variety of indirect spend categories.
Analyze procurement, supplier, and spend data to identify trends, opportunities, and recommendations that support sourcing strategies and business decisions.
Maintain supplier, pricing, and contract-related information within procurement systems and databases.
Assist with the preparation, distribution, and analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quotation (RFQs).
Conduct market research and gather supplier intelligence to support sourcing projects and category strategies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, IT, Marketing, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing to understand business requirements and support sourcing initiatives.
Participate in supplier evaluations, business reviews, and contract management activities.
Support process improvement efforts by helping identify efficiencies, documenting procedures, and recommending best practices.