Senior Manager

Senior Manager, Strategy and M&A - The Toro Company

Who Are We?  

With roots dating back to 1914, The Toro Company was built on a tradition of quality and caring relationships. Today, the company is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment, including turf and landscape maintenance, snow and ice management, underground utility construction, rental and specialty construction, and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. Through a strong network of professional distributors, dealers, rental stores and retailers in more than 125 countries, we proudly offer a wide range of products across a family of global brands to help golf courses, professional contractors, underground construction professionals, groundskeepers, agricultural growers, rental companies, government and educational institutions, and homeowners – in addition to many leading sports venues and historic sites around the world.

Your Opportunity:

The Senior Manager, Strategy and M&A  (Corporate Development Team) plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization by leading strategic initiatives that drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence across our diverse portfolio of outdoor environment solutions. This role requires a forward-thinking leader with a strong analytical mindset, deep industry insight, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a dynamic, global environment. You are empowered to making key decisions around organic and inorganic opportunities that has a significant impact to the organization.

Sponsorship:

• Sponsorship:

• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

• Must be willing to obtain/maintain an active and valid US Passport and a non-exprired US Driver's license.

Work Location:

• Flexibility with rapidly changing schedules, deadlines, and other work requirements is required.  

• The anticipated work location is in Bloomington, MN Toro's International Corporate Headquarters.Fully remote is not available at this time.(Current internal candidates who are already working at alternate TTC locations may be considered).

• The current team works 5-days on campus in Bloomington, MN.

• This role includes travel 15% (both domestic and international) with related expense reporting duties.Occasional travel, however anticipated needs could involve less than 24 hours' notice to be dispatched.

What Will You Do? 

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

Strategic Planning & Execution:

• Lead the development and execution of long-term strategic plans aligned with corporate goals across turf, landscape, snow and ice, utility construction, and rental sectors.

• Partner with senior leadership to identify growth opportunities, assess market trends, and prioritize strategic initiatives.

• Facilitate annual strategic planning processes and ensure alignment across business units.

Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis:

• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive benchmarking to inform strategic decisions.

• Monitor industry trends, customer needs, and regulatory developments across global markets.

Innovation & Business Transformation:

• Identify and evaluate new business models, technologies, and partnerships that enhance customer value and operational efficiency.

• Drive initiatives related to digital transformation, and product innovation.

Cross-Functional Leadership:

• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, Operations, and Finance to ensure strategic alignment and execution.

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects and strategic pilots.

M&A and Strategic Investments:

• Support M&A activities, including target identification, due diligence, integration planning, and post-merger execution.

• Evaluate strategic investments and partnerships to expand market presence and capabilities.

• Influence increased Corporate Venture activities, looking at technology and innovation in key targeted areas.

What Do You Need? 

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

• Flexibility with rapidly changing schedules, deadlines, and other work requirements is required.   This role includes travel 15% (both domestic and international) with related expense reporting duties.Occasional travel, however, anticipated needs could involve less than 24 hours' notice to be dispatched.

• Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field is required.

• 8+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or strategic roles within manufacturing, construction, or outdoor solutions industries.

• Prior experience with a global or multi-regional experience in a mid-sized or growth-stage company.

• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills, including experience with business case development and ROI analysis.

• Proven ability to lead complex projects and influence senior stakeholders.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into actionable strategies.

Preferred:  

• An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or strategic roles within manufacturing, construction, or outdoor solutions industries.

• Experience in industries such as turf care, snow and ice management, utility construction, or equipment rental is preferred.

• Familiarity with smart equipment technologies, or fleet management systems is preferred.

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 HQ location 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. 

• Food - Take advantage of our onsite café, 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 well-being, 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. 

• Competitive Salary – A reasonable pay range for this opportunity is $125,900 - $180,000.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. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. 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.

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