The Toro Company · 3 hours ago
New Product Development (NPD) Sourcing Intern - Ditch Witch
The Toro Company is a leader in innovative product development and customer care, seeking a New Product Development Sourcing Intern for the summer internship program. The intern will support procurement efforts and collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects related to product development, supplier management, and data analysis.
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Responsibilities
Make a meaningful impact this summer by supporting procurement efforts for New Product Development (NPD)
Partner with cross-functional teams on several key projects that will drive innovation and add value to Toro’s overall business performance
Projects may include executing supplier, engineering, and manufacturing facing product development tasks like quoting and ordering parts, pre-production build planning, product launch risk management, standard work/process documentation support, analytics team support, and driving supplier cost savings efforts
Implement new ideas, challenge yourself, and develop new skills
Analyze business data to solve real-world supply chain challenges
Qualification
Required
Currently working on completion of a bachelor's or master's degree in an operations related field such as supply chain, finance, or engineering
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
A general understanding of the Procure to Pay cycle
Confident, proactive, and able to produce high-quality deliverables with little direct oversight
Excellent written and verbal communications, interpersonal and leadership skills
Strong sense of responsibility and accountability – takes ownership and demonstrates initiative and follow-up skills
Adaptable and flexible – ability to handle ambiguity and changing priorities
Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and a customer service orientation
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
Proficiency with basic computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Preferred
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) experience in SAP or other systems a plus
Benefits
Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
Summer Hours •Based on Location• – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at certain locations are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.
Company
The Toro Company
The Toro Company provides solutions for the outdoor environment.
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