Privacy Operations Manager

TMN Toyota Motor North America Company; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota is seeking a Privacy Governance Manager based in Plano, TX. The role leads privacy operations, handles data subject requests, and ensures platform compliance across systems and consumer interactions. You will oversee a hands-on team and align with regulatory requirements.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and extensive privacy experience with at least 2 years in leadership, plus knowledge of GDPR/CCPA. Office-based role with strong collaboration across teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in privacy, compliance, or data protection roles with leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA.
• Excellent project management skills in fast-paced environments.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and/or vendors.
• CIPP certification or commitment to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of direct reports and manage workload and performance.
• Set operational direction for platforms to meet evolving privacy standards.
• Decide on onboarding/offboarding of systems.
• Evaluate scope and risk of new platforms or tech integrations with privacy in mind.
• Determine response paths for privacy-related consumer complaints while balancing compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Allocate team resources and engage external contractors to meet privacy needs.

Skills

Privacy governance

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Privacy regulations

CIPP certification

Vehicle data experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

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, ‘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 Privacy & Governance Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Privacy Governance Manager. Reporting to and working closely with the Privacy & Governance Senior Manager, this role is a hands‑on people manager responsible for managing privacy operations, overseeing data subject requests, platform compliance, and ensuring regulatory alignment across systems and consumer interactions. This position is based in Plano, Texas. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead a team of direct reports, nurturing their development, their performance within the team and their workload.
• Work with the Senior Manager to set operational direction as well as technical and business requirements for platforms to meet evolving privacy standards and regulatory requirements.
• Make decisions on the onboarding/offboarding of systems.
• Evaluate scope, risk, and priority for new platforms or technology integrations by reviewing onboarding criteria and ensuring that they align with privacy standards.
• Decide on the appropriate response and escalation path for privacy‑related consumer complaints or issues, balancing compliance with customer satisfaction.
• Own the allocation of team resources and the engagement of external contractors to meet privacy compliance needs effectively, especially during high‑demand periods.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Law, Business, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
• Extensive experience in privacy, compliance, or data protection roles, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management position.
• Solid understanding of privacy regulations, such as GDPR and CCPA.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience managing cross‑functional teams and/or vendors.
• Added bonus if you have Experience working with connected technologies or vehicle data is a strong plus.
• CIPP certification or commitment to obtain certification within 6 months.

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
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

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. 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 [e-mail].

At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place.

Career Possibilities

Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better.

If you want to be part of the next‑generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.