Senior Analyst - Supply Chain, Project Planning and Mgmnt

Toyota North America; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota North America in Plano, TX is seeking a Senior Analyst - Supply Chain, Project Planning and Management to coordinate a new model project and drive on-time production launches of North American produced vehicles and powertrains.

Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, managing schedules and milestones, and providing clear risk analyses to executives. The role requires travel, occasional overtime, and on-site presence 3 days per week or more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher or 5+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing planning and operations
• Proven experience coordinating complex cross-functional projects including creation, scheduling, KPI tracking and reporting
• Experience in supply chain, manufacturing planning, engineering, quality or product planning
• Self-driven, independent work managing multiple tasks
• Strong communication across cultures and organizational boundaries
• Critical thinking, risk identification and solution evaluation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to Travel (~10%) and work Overtime (~10%)
• On-site work 3 days/week or more

Responsibilities

• Create strategy for core activities and action plans to ensure timely execution
• Lead cross-functional coordination with suppliers, Toyota functions and HQ to meet KPIs
• Summarize and present project status, risks and outlook to executives
• Organize working groups to gather information and propose decisions
• Develop and implement SOPs and propose process improvements
• Mentor and guide analysts supporting the project and provide coaching

Skills

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

5+ years in supply chain / planning

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Monday.com

Job description

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.

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 Senior Analyst - Supply Chain, Project Planning and Mgmnt for our Project Management group.

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.

Essential Responsibilities

What you'll be doing

• 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.
• Team lead: leading and mentoring analysts supporting project, providing guidance and mentoring.

Typical Activities

• Daily management of project schedules 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 (eg: 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 5+ years of equivalent professional experience in supply chain, manufacturing planning and operations
• Professional experience coordinating complex cross-functional projects including project creation, schedule/milestone management, KPI tracking and reporting through completion
• Professional experience in fields related to supply chain, manufacturing planning, engineering, quality or product planning
• 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
• Ability to Travel (approx. 10%)
• Ability to work over-time (approx. 10%)
• Ability to work on site 3 days/week or more (Corporate Policy subject to change)

Added bonus if you have

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Professional certifications (PMP, Lean Sigma, Scrum Master)
• TBP completion through panel
• JKK completion
• 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