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.
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
The Cross Carline (CCL) Technology Strategy team is responsible for influencing future technology of Toyota North America. As part of the CCL group, the Senior Strategist for Technology will collaborate with the team to develop and align on near and mid-term strategies for Toyota and Lexus through a thorough understanding of customer needs, future consumer and societal trends, competitive environment, and regulatory requirements
What you’ll be doing
- Develop near and mid-term strategic feature roadmaps for introduction of multimedia, cockpit, smartphone app, and Connected Services domains across vehicle lineup
- Work with product planning teams in North America and Japan to implement cross carline strategies
- Monitor in-market trends and customer needs, identifying gaps and generating strategic recommendations to meet a rapidly changing technology landscape.
- Perform periodic market analysis of industry data and benchmarking of Toyota/Lexus & competitors for new features and offerings
- Develop a clear understanding of target customers through research and analysis, report development, and presentations
- Conduct market-based pricing analysis to inform pricing proposals for new features and improvements
- Create reports and presentations to effectively communicate study results and provide customer-focused recommendations
- Attend conferences and trade shows to detect OEM/supplier/industry future direction
What you bring
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience and knowledge of the automotive industry - competitive product analysis, market dynamics and line-up strategy development
- Experience identifying customer values and needs and future market trends
- Experience utilizing quantitative analytical tools, creating reports and presentation development
- Experience collaborating on cross-departmental projects
Added bonus if you have
- MBA or other advanced degree
- Technical expertise/aptitude in space of Multimedia and cockpit technologies
- Experience with key analytical resources such as mTab, JATO, Vehicle Planner +, PIN, market research (internal and third party sourced)
- Experience in vehicle development and/or working with safety engineering teams
- Experience managing research projects
- Experience with developing price premium recommendations
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)
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.
