Overview

Who we are

This position is based in Liberty, N.C. Toyota encourages all employees to live within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned work location. Hybrid work from outside the assigned work location may be permitted in a pre-approved list of states with certain stipulations. Speak with your Recruiter and the Hiring Manager to learn more about our hybrid work program.

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 Greensboro, North Carolina Battery Plant Services Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Business Planning Manager.

The primary responsibility of this role is to collaborate with the TBMNC Executive Team to develop plant wide strategy and to set the decision framework to bring that strategy to reality.

Reporting to the General Manager, Plant Services, the person in this role will support the leadership team’s objective to set the North Star for Toyota Battery Manufacturing as the first plant of its kind in Toyota.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading TBMNC business objectives (business planning, hoshin) process for the President and Executive Team.
• Managing Secretariat responsibilities for the Executive Committee, developing the agenda, issuing minutes, and assuring follow up on results.
• Managing special projects with the leadership team coordinating cross functional, cross NAMC and working with TMNA members.
• Supporting complex administrative matters with the President of TBMNC and the leadership team (external presentations, talent development, VIP visits, etc.)

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or engineering preferred or equivalent work experience
• Experience in automotive industry, consulting or other large-scale industries
• Experience working collaboratively across core company departments (sales, manufacturing, R&D)
• Excel Intermediate and Power BI proficiency
• Demonstrated skills to constructively communicate with and challenge company top management levels
• Strong project management/ milestone management capability
• Ability and willingness to travel- some travel to Japan required.

What you may bring

• Exposure and experience directly supporting Senior Executives
• Experience in Battery Manufacturing or R&D

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
• Flexible work options based on business needs
• 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
• Flexible spending accounts
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse 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. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

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.

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