Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, (job flexibility benefits) (also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability), etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who We’re Looking For

Toyota’s Project Planning and Management Department (PPM) is looking for a passionate, self-motivated, and highly organized Analyst for our Project Management group.

Reporting to the Manager, the primary responsibility of this role is to manage a new model project with the responsibility for coordinating and utilizing all stakeholders to ensure successful, on-time production launch of North American Produced Vehicles and Powertrains.

What You’ll Be Doing

Essential responsibilities:

• Creation of strategy for core activities: develop a plan of action for assigned projects and tasks to ensure timely execution with quality built-in.

• Cross functional daily coordination:  lead multiple stakeholders (including various Toyota functions, suppliers and global headquarters) through project activities to achieve KPIs.

• Summary and escalation: clear and concise visualization and presentation of project condition, risk and outlook to project stakeholders including executives.

• Problem solving: organize working groups to gather information, utilize strong analytical thinking, prepare insights and recommendations for decisions.

• Process standardization: support department in development and execution of Standard Operating Procedures; propose and implement process improvements.

Typical activities:

• Daily management of project schedule and milestones: creation, coordination and tracking.

• Understanding and visualization of project status, potential risks and action plans.

• Timely and thorough follow up on project related issues, including continuous communication with stakeholders.

• Execution of activities supporting other functions such as Manufacturing and/or Design (e.g. accessory installation study, concern parts follow up, trial build coordination, etc.).

Technical work:

• Coordination and processing of Engineering Change Instructions (ECI): understand and communicate technical information, coordinate implementation with team (manufacturing/supplier/quality), process information in appropriate systems.

• Parts list set up, maintenance and technical information troubleshooting in appropriate systems.

• Emphasis on timeliness and accuracy.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree or higher or 3+ years of equivalent professional experience in supply chain, manufacturing planning or operations.

• Professional experience coordinating cross-functional projects including project creation, schedule management and tracking through completion.

• Self-driven, independent work experience effectively managing multiple short- and long-term tasks simultaneously.

• Strong communication (verbal and written), ability to deliver complex information clearly and concisely across cultures and organizational boundaries.

• Critical thinking, identifying risks/gaps, generating potential solutions and evaluating impact.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (min intermediate level, descriptions below)

• Ability to Travel up to 10%.

• Ability to work over-time up to 10%

• Ability to work on site 3 days/week or more (Corporate Policy subject to change)

Added bonus if you have

• Professional experience in fields related to supply chain, manufacturing planning, engineering, quality or product planning.

• Professional certifications (PMP, Lean Sigma, Scrum Master).

• TBP completion through panel (Toyota Team Members Only).

• JKK completion (Toyota Team Members Only).

• Experience independently developing & presenting material to executive management.

• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint to create effective presentations, including but not limited to slide design, animations, incorporating quality visuals.

• Experience utilizing Microsoft Project, Monday.com or similar Project Management software.

What we’ll bring
 

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

• Vehicle purchase & lease programs

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute

• Paid holidays and paid time off

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more

• Flexible spending accounts

• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.