Product Strategy Lead — Passenger Vehicles

Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Ltd.; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained motor vehicle incl.保险

Private health insurance contribution

Vehicle lease & purchase discounts

Hybrid work arrangement

Onsite gym and wellness facilities

Free car parking and discounted cafe

Career development opportunities

Volunteer days & matched giving

Parental leave & superannuation

Access to Toyota Rewards Hub

Job summary

Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Ltd. is seeking a Product Planning Specialist (Passenger Vehicles) to shape vehicle line-ups for passenger and Gazoo Racing models, delivering products that drive sales, customer satisfaction and dealer outcomes.

Based in Altona North with weekly travel to Port Melbourne and flexible hybrid work arrangements. You will implement planning processes, support continuous improvement, develop model line-ups and grade specs from market research, and prepare clear

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

• As a Product Planning Specialist (Passenger Vehicles), you will play a key role in shaping passenger and performance (Gazoo Racing) vehicle model line-ups for Toyota, supporting the delivery of highly desirable products that drive sales performance, customer satisfaction, and strong outcomes for Toyota and its dealer network.
• Primarily based in Altona North, with weekly travel to our Port Melbourne office and flexible work arrangements on offer.
• 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

Stakeholder management

Market research

Financial analysis

Automotive knowledge

Marketing experience

Education

Engineering/Marketing/Commerce degree

Job description

Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Ltd. is seeking a Product Planning Specialist (Passenger Vehicles) to shape vehicle line-ups for passenger and Gazoo Racing models, delivering products that drive sales, customer satisfaction and dealer outcomes.

Based in Altona North with weekly travel to Port Melbourne and flexible hybrid work arrangements. You will implement planning processes, support continuous improvement, develop model line-ups and grade specs from market research, and prepare clear