Toyota Product Planning Analyst

Toyota Canada Inc.; Golden Horseshoe; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Canada Inc. is seeking a Product Planning Analyst to join their team. This hybrid role involves managing product portfolios, conducting market research, and advocating for product changes based on Canadian market needs. The successful candidate will work closely with various teams to ensure timely product launches and contribute to future vehicle development.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Professional growth and development programs

Summer hours with a condensed work week

Immediate extended health and dental benefits

Company pension plan with employer contributions

Associate vehicle discount program

Reimbursement programs (tuition & fitness)

Paid holiday shutdown and competitive paid time off

Sabbatical leave program

Qualifications

• 3+ years automotive experience; product planning experience is a plus.
• Strong data analysis skills from sales, vehicle specs, and consumer surveys.

Responsibilities

• Present to diverse audiences, advocating for product changes.
• Conduct market research on competitors and new technologies.
• Coordinate vehicle development with US and Japan teams.

Skills

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Bilingualism

Education

University degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Toyota Product Planning Analyst

Rank 4

Location: Scarborough, ON (Hybrid)

Deadline: Please apply before May 30, 2025.

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) has an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join our Product Planning Department (PPD). This full-time role reports to the Manager, Toyota Product Planning. PPD plays a vital role at TCI by shaping future product plans, incorporating the Canadian market voice into new vehicle development, and ensuring accurate vehicle information is shared internally, with dealers, and with manufacturing. This role offers immersion into the Canadian automotive market with daily new challenges.

The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of Toyota products across three model years, becoming a subject-matter expert on these products, competitors, and customers. Responsibilities include long-term studies, immediate support for in-market vehicles, detailed data analysis, and sales presentations.

What We Offer:

• A hybrid work environment
• A culture of teamwork, flexibility, and respect
• Professional growth and development programs
• Focus on respect for people and continuous improvement
• Summer hours with a condensed work week during summer

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation including bonuses
• Immediate extended health and dental benefits
• Company pension plan with employer contributions
• Associate vehicle discount program
• Reimbursement programs (tuition & fitness)
• Paid holiday shutdown and competitive paid time off
• Sabbatical leave program

Key Responsibilities:

• Present to diverse audiences, advocating for product changes aligned with the Canadian market and customer needs
• Analyze vehicle specifications, yearly changes, and their impacts to TCI, advocating for necessary changes
• Conduct market research on competitors, new technologies, and consumer acceptance, including attending US and Japan activities and competitor trades

Near-Term (Next Model Year):

• Deep analysis of upcoming models to understand market dynamics, challenges, and opportunities
• Prepare and present information for launch readiness
• Determine product grades, packages, options, and colors, and gain stakeholder consensus
• Ensure accurate information input and communication for the upcoming model launch
• Manage milestones to ensure timely launch

Mid-Term (Next Three Model Years):

• Coordinate vehicle development with US and Japan teams to influence future models
• Analyze future models for market fit and challenges
• Provide Canadian-specific insights and advocate for product modifications
• Assess product power and features to meet TCI goals
• Evaluate proposed product changes and special editions for market impact and TCI alignment

Qualifications:

• University degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years automotive experience; product planning experience is a plus
• Curious and inquisitive mindset
• Strong data analysis skills from sales, vehicle specs, and consumer surveys
• Ability to simplify complex information for various audiences
• Self-motivated with good prioritization skills
• Experience creating proposals and building consensus
• Interest in developing new relationships
• Process improvement skills
• Attention to detail and process
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; presentation skills are a plus
• Valid G driver’s license
• Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset

About Us:

Toyota Canada Inc. is the exclusive distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles in Canada, supporting over 287 dealerships with services including training, sales, marketing, and customer satisfaction initiatives.

What Sets Us Apart:

Our focus on people, passion for Toyota, innovation, and continuous improvement have earned us global recognition for technological leadership, quality, community involvement, and environmental responsibility.

Additional Information:

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, religion, or other protected characteristics. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.