Product Planning Specialist — Hybrid Work & Growth

Toyota Group; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained vehicle incl. fuel

Private health insurance contribution

Vehicle lease discounts

Hybrid work model

Wellness facilities

Free parking

Volunteer days

Job summary

Toyota Motor Corporation Australia is seeking a Product Planning Specialist to shape passenger vehicle line-ups and Gazoo Racing offerings. You will support the delivery of desirable products that drive sales performance and customer satisfaction, working across markets and dealer networks.

Based in Altona North with weekly travel to Port Melbourne and flexible work options. A degree in engineering, marketing, or commerce and automotive planning experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Engineering, Marketing, Commerce, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated experience in product planning or marketing, within automotive or related industries.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and negotiate outcomes in a complex, cross-functional environment.
• Experience in market research, cost planning, and financial analysis.
• Sound understanding of automotive systems and technical terminology.
• Knowledge of sales and marketing processes is desirable

Responsibilities

• Implement Toyota product planning processes and procedures in line with established policies to support customer satisfaction, sales performance, and profitability objectives.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of product planning processes for Toyota vehicles and accessories to enhance product desirability and market outcomes.
• Contribute to the development of vehicle model line-ups and grade specifications, leveraging market and product research to maximise customer and commercial appeal.
• Prepare and document findings, recommendations, and proposals for effective communication and decision-making with key stakeholders.
• Provide regular project status updates, identifying progress, risks, and issues, and recommending actions to support successful delivery.
• Prepare and maintain accurate vehicle and product information, ensuring technical content and reporting systems support effective planning, budgeting, and forecasting

Skills

Product planning

Marketing

Stakeholder management

Market research

Cost planning

Financial analysis

Education

Engineering/Marketing/Commerce degree

Job description

Toyota Motor Corporation Australia is seeking a Product Planning Specialist to shape passenger vehicle line-ups and Gazoo Racing offerings. You will support the delivery of desirable products that drive sales performance and customer satisfaction, working across markets and dealer networks.

Based in Altona North with weekly travel to Port Melbourne and flexible work options. A degree in engineering, marketing, or commerce and automotive planning experience are preferred.