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.
An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.
An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.
To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time
Who we're looking for
Toyota's?Indirect Procurement Shared Services?Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Procurement Sourcing Analyst for the Marketing & Dealer Services area.
The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the creation and execution of category procurement strategies for the following Marketing Dealer Services categories:
Dealer Support Services: Parts/Service Accessories, Tools Sales, Dealer Facilities, Brand Signage, Dealer Technicians, Dealer Software, Wholesale & Collision Tools and Services
Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Digital customer relationship management where Internet communications channels and technologies are used to enhance customer relationship management (CRM) and customer experience management (CEM) initiatives.
Owner Communications: Services focused on direct customers support and convenience including owner communications to support special service campaign activities
Reporting to the Marketing Dealer Services Category Manager, the person in this role will support the Indirect Procurement department's objective to implement procurement strategies to reduce cost and mitigate risk for the business.
What you'll be doing
Departments Supported: Toyota/Lexus Marketing departments, Product Quality, Lexus & Toyota Customer Experience division
Operational Communication: Works frequently with analyst through Sr. Manager level on day-to-day operations (e.g. req to PO process, development of scope for SOWs, supplier adds, etc.). Works closely with Legal during contract negotiations and Accounting and Finance on budget reconciliation and reporting.
Strategic Communication: Provide updates on major contract negotiations and/or sourcing events to GMs, VPs and GVPs in the Toyota and Lexus Marketing departments.
Developing and implementing multi-year sourcing strategies for responsible spend categories.
Designing, planning and completing key Request for Proposal, information, quote, etc.
Effectively manage and all sourcing and price negotiation activities and in-coming ad hoc business unit requests.
Manage req to PO process for the above commodities.
Build and maintain close relationships with business units and supplier partners to deliver comprehensive and cross-enterprise process improvement solutions.
What you bring
Bachelor's Degree
1-4 years of relevant work experience (in similar field and/or industry)
Skills/Hands-on Technical proficiency:
Ability to manage multiple tasks of varying complexities and successfully set priorities for meeting time-bound deliverables
Exceptional analytic, organization, presentation and interpersonal skills with applied solid judgement and strategic thinking
Demonstrated collaboration, communication (written and verbal) and influencing skills
Demonstrated negotiation experience
Strong knowledge of contract process
Added bonus if you have
Skills/Hands on Technical proficiency:
Experience with SAP/Ariba
Demonstrated ability to forecast, develop, and manage a budget & budget strategy
Complex, multi-group contract negotiations
Automotive experience
4 or more years of relevant work experience in a similar field and/or industry)
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
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)
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
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. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
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 talent.acquisition@toyota.com .
