OverviewWho we're looking forToyota's Product Profit Lifecycle Management (PPLM) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Analyst.
The primary responsibility of this role is to support full vehicle lifecycle profitability by managing cost and revenue from early concept through production; which includes Cost Planning, Cost Management, and Forecasting functions. It plays a key role in Toyota's transition to enterprise profit-focused operations by delivering financial insights that inform development decisions and our long-term mobility strategy.
Reporting to the Manager of Product Lifecycle Management - Truck & Large SUV, the person in this role will support the PPLM department's objective of end-to-end product profitability management and decision support across the entire vehicle lifecycle.
What you'll be doing - Support Product Lifecycle Financial Analysis
- Support profitability studies for vehicle programs from early concept through production
- Develop profitability analyses, financial estimates, and business case evaluations
- Support enterprise cost planning activities for new model programs
- Coordinate cost planning schedules and milestone deliverables
- Analyze cost planning activities including target development, cost forecasting, assumptions management, and financial modeling
- Support executive decision making through financial analysis and reporting
- Enterprise Target Management (Product Lifecycle Champion - PLC Activity)
- Support development of vehicle profit targets and enterprise cost targets
- Monitor target achievement and drive functional recovery actions
- Support cost reduction activities throughout the product lifecycle
- Financial Performance & Forecasting
- Compare Cost Planning, Pricing, Budget, and Actual performance
- Analyze profitability drivers, cost variances, and financial risks
- Prepare executive financial reviews and management reporting
- Develop vehicle profitability forecasts and scenario analysis
- Cross-functional Program Support
- Coordinate with Product Management, Design, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Logistics, Sales, and Finance
- Support cross-functional meetings and project coordination
- Support program approval milestones and executive reviews
- Ensure alignment of financial assumptions across stakeholders
- Process Improvement & Analytics
- Develop standardized financial tools, templates, and dashboards
- Improve lifecycle management processes and reporting capabilities
- Support continuous improvement initiatives
- Enhance analytical methods and financial systems
What you bring - Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field
- Experience in Product or Program Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Strategic Cost/Profit Analysis, or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
- Strong financial modeling, forecasting, business case development, and investment analysis skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data and translate insights into actionable business recommendations
- Experience supporting executive-level presentations and communicating financial insights to diverse stakeholders
- Proven success supporting cross-functional initiatives and collaborating across Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Logistics, and Finance
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., XLOOKUP, PivotTables, financial models) and experience with data visualization tools
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Ability to travel up to 5% of the time
Added bonus if you have - MBA or advanced degree in a related field
- Project Management experience or certification (i.e., PMP, CAPM)
- Familiarity with SAP, Tableau, Power BI, or other financial systems
- Experience with vehicle lifecycle management, cost planning, or manufacturing finance
- Background in process improvement, standardization, or tool development
What We'll BringDuring 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)
