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Who Are We?

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years,come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

With that foundation in mind, we're excited to introduce an opportunity to join our team as an Aftermarket Inventory Specialist. This position is designed for individuals seeking foundational experience in inventory management and supply chain operations. The role is critical in maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting the inventory management team. Responsibilities include tracking inventory, processing relevant documentation, and ensuring that inventory data is current. This hands-on position requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team with moderate supervision. The Inventory Specialist will assist the inventory management team by analyzing inventory levels, tracking stock movements, and contributing to the accuracy of inventory data. The role involves routine data analysis, generating basic inventory reports, and collaborating with various departments to ensure optimal stock levels and identify areas for improvement. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain foundational skills in inventory analysis and control.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Accurately enter inventory data into the company's inventory management system or databases.

• Help identify and report any inventory discrepancies to the supervisor.

• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding inventory levels and any issues.

• Perform basic clerical duties related to inventory control, such as filing and record-keeping.

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing inventory levels, including tracking stock movements and identifying trends.

• Support the maintenance of accurate inventory records in inventory management system.

• Conduct routine data analysis to help identify discrepancies, potential stockouts, or excess inventory.

• Prepare and maintain basic inventory reports and summaries for review by senior analysts and management.

• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and warehouse teams to gather information and support inventory accuracy.

• Learn to identify the root causes of inventory issues and contribute to developing solutions.

• Support the inventory management team in executing replenishment strategies.

• Assist with data entry and ensure the integrity of inventory data across various platforms.

• Contribute to projects aimed at improving inventory processes and efficiency.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the inventory management function.

• May involve occasional visits to warehouse or distribution center environments.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field. (Recent graduates are encouraged to apply).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an aptitude for working with numbers and data.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, basic pivot tables, charts).

• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in work.

• Good organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Eagerness to learn new systems and inventory management principles.

• Basic understanding of supply chain concepts is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship experience in inventory, supply chain, or a related analytical role.

• Familiarity with inventory management software or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis and forecasting techniques.

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits -The Toro company offers employees at our Bloomington, MN HQlocation a variety of perks, including:

• 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.
• Location - Conveniently located near both St. Paul and Minneapolis, we are centrally located for most commuters!
• Food - Take advantage of our onsite cafe, which serves both breakfast and lunch. With a Caribou Coffee attached, you can grab a snack and a coffee at any time during your day.
• Wellness - The Toro Company's HQ offers complimentary use of our onsite fitness facility to employees. In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.
• Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
• Summer Hours - Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at our Bloomington HQ are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.
• Flexible Work Arrangements - This team is currently implementing a hybrid work schedule. #LI-Hybrid
• Competitive Salary - The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between $65,000 - $73,000. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, which rewards employees based on individual and organizational performance. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by company policy and performance metrics. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the One@Work app, formerly the Even app.

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you'll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.