Sourcing Specialist - The Toro Company

Overview

Handles sourcing, supplier management, and inventory for Toro's irrigation & lighting.

Key Responsibilities

• supplier management
• procurement
• sap masterdata
• pfep planning
• 5s standards
• safety compliance

Tasks

-Promotes a positive attitude towards safety. -Adheres to the requirements of safety policies as well as safety rules, instructions and procedures. -Procure and manage intercompany orders from Toro Italy, Australia, China and Romania in compliance with applicable import /export regulations. -Process new vendor set up requests per Toro Company policy. -Manage contract manufacturers Toro owned inventories and prepare quarterly reports per corporate audit policy. -Ensure purchased part supermarkets are conforming to the Plan For every part plan layout. -Develop and maintain 5S standards for parts markets – assist with updating standard work, training to standard work, and auditing when appropriate -Serve as primary supplier contact for accounts payable reconciliation and resolution. -Documents and updates departmental procedures as needed. -Maintain sourcing related master data in SAP. (Vendor Master, Material Master, Approved Vendor List, Pricing etc.) -Identifies and communicates any issues which would delay or impede prompt shipment of orders. -Service function supporting multiple departments: operations, physical plant, R&D and product development. -Process and manage domestic and international drop shipments in coordination with Toro Ag customer service representative for selected partner vendors. -Maintains knowledge of Toro products by company-provided training. -Support customer service representatives in the procurement and order consolidation of indirect components & accessories. -Manage supplier relationship with outside contract manufactures / assemblers / service providers. -Practices continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for streamlining work and reducing waste. May participate in continuous improvement events. -Process MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) PO’s for Riverside and Sanford facilities & reconcile payments through centralized Toro AP service. -Completes ongoing learning and education to ensure competence with growing and changing needs of the corporation. -Establish PFEP’s (Plan for Every Part) for components and subassemblies. -Maintains a safe and healthy workplace for employees in compliance with all applicable laws, and regulations. -Update Available To Promise (ATP) dates & manage safety stock levels of indirect accessories from domestic and international suppliers. -Coordinate commodity purchasing via assigned corporate commodity manager / sourcing specialist.

Requirements

• data entry
• microsoft office
• sap
• bachelor's degree
• cpim certification
• sourcing experience

What You Bring

-Skilled data entry and system navigation skills. -Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations, remaining focused on the ultimate objective. -Strong interpersonal skills to support interaction and development of relationships with a wide-range of internal and external customers. -Proficient in Microsoft Office programs -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. -0 to 10% travel (domestic and/or international) may be required -Experience with order related MRP systems; SAP and product knowledge and configurations desired. -Bachelor’s degree required in Business Management, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering or related field -Ability to organize, assemble, and arrange resources to meet goals. -APICS ASCM CPIM certification preferred -Capacity to work independently as well as within a team-oriented and collaborative environment. -Maintains best in class responsiveness to correspondence with internal and external customers. -Sourcer II- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in sourcing of materials. -Sourcer I-Minimum 0-2 years' experience in sourcing of materials

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About The Toro Company

-Products trusted by professionals in grounds maintenance, agriculture, and construction sectors. -Expanded offerings include innovations in lawnmowers, irrigation systems, and snow removal equipment. -Recognized for cutting-edge technology and commitment to improving productivity and efficiency. -Serves diverse markets like professional landscaping, sports fields, golf courses, agriculture, and snow removal. -Continuous investment in research and development ensures products meet evolving industry needs. -Pioneering work in sustainable irrigation solutions.

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Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; applicants must already be authorized to work in the u.s.