Distribution Center Manager - The Toro Company

About the role

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. 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 Tomah! As the Distribution Center Manager, you will lead end-to-end distribution center operations to drive network performance, cost efficiency, and service excellence across a domestic and international customer base. This role is accountable for delivering enterprise-level operational, financial, and customer outcomes through data-driven decision making, cross-functional integration, and continuous improvement. The position ensures alignment across supply chain functions to optimize cost-to-serve, improve throughput, and enhance service levels while maintaining best-in-class safety, quality, and inventory performance. What Will You Do? In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: Operational Leadership & Performance Own full operational performance of Tomah, WI and Baraboo, WI distribution centers, ensuring achievement of key metrics including on-time shipment, order cycle time, throughput, and shipping accuracy. Drive productivity improvements through labor optimization, workflow design, and technology enablement, targeting measurable gains in output per labor hour. Ensure consistent execution of standardized processes to deliver predictable, scalable, and high-quality operations. Maintain inventory accuracy and control adjustments within defined targets, improving reliability of system and physical inventory alignment. Ensure effective management of offsite and third-party warehouse operations to meet service and cost objectives. Safety, Compliance & Risk Management Establish and sustain a safety-first culture focused on zero incidents, OSHA compliance, and proactive hazard identification. Lead safety performance initiatives that reduce Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) and improve overall workplace conditions. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements including hazardous material handling, security protocols, and local/state regulations. Financial Leadership & Cost Optimization Own and manage operating budgets, delivering performance within or below plan while maintaining service levels. Drive cost reduction initiatives through Lean methodologies, process redesign, and network optimization. Improve cost-to-serve by identifying inefficiencies across transportation, storage, and handling processes. Develop and execute capital and operational plans that deliver measurable return on investment through productivity and service improvements. Continuous Improvement & Lean Transformation Lead and institutionalize Lean principles, including kaizen events, value stream mapping, and waste elimination initiatives. Deliver sustained improvements in cycle time, space utilization, and labor productivity. Identify and implement state-of-the-art material handling and storage solutions to enhance operational performance. Establish a culture of continuous improvement with measurable outcomes tied to cost, quality, and service. Cross-Functional Supply Chain Integration Partners with Order Services, Transportation, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, and business units to optimize end-to-end order fulfillment. Drive alignment across functions to reduce lead time variability, improve order visibility, and enhance customer experience. Support enterprise initiatives that improve flow from order creation through final delivery, reducing manual touchpoints and rework. What Do You Need? To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: High School Diploma or /GED equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field preferred. 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in high-volume warehouse or manufacturing operations. Multi-site responsibility preferred. Proven track record of driving measurable improvements in cost, productivity, and service performance. Strong strategic planning and analytical capabilities with the ability to translate data into actionable insights. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence outcomes across the organization. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver