Sr Analyst - Supply Chain (Demand Planning)
Sr Analyst - Supply Chain (Demand Planning)
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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 worlds 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. Were 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 were looking for:
Toyotas Demand & Supply Management (DSM) Department is seeking a passionate and highly motivated Senior Analyst Demand Planning to join our team. Were looking for a self-starter with strong analytical curiosity a drive for continuous improvement and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The right candidate will take initiative embrace leadership opportunities and leverage this role to its fullest shaping how we plan demand and enabling better decisions across Toyota and Lexus.
What Youll Be Doing:
As a Senior Analyst in Demand Planning you will play a critical role in demand sensing and fulfillment. Youll leverage data-driven insights market intelligence and cross-functional collaboration to forecast demand optimize production schedules and align with corporate sales and profitability objectives. Your day-to-day will include:
- Analyzing historical sales trends market dynamics competitive activity and macroeconomic indicators to refine forecasts.
- Partnering with Sales Marketing Product Planning and Supply Chain teams to align demand plans with business objectives.
- Translating forecast insights into actionable recommendations for production and inventory targets.
- Preparing executive-level reports dashboards and presentations to communicate the plan strategic moves and key risks/opportunities.
- Supporting new product launches with scenario modeling planning and volume ramp-up strategies.
- Kaizen & process innovation identifying evaluating and implementing kaizen opportunities across demand planning processes and tools; enhancing reporting automation and data visualization.
- Demonstrating strong organizational skills with a track record of managing information flows and ensuring data integrity.
- Leading key demand planning processes coordinating and executing USA bi-annual planning for Toyota and Lexus including industry segment and volume forecasting ensuring alignment across Sales Marketing Finance Enterprise Strategy Product Planning & Strategy and TMC.
- Scenario planning & impact analysis developing what-if models to ensure we have the right vehicles in the right place at the right time and quantifying risks/opportunities across the portfolio.
- Demonstrating critical thinking problem-solving and scenario-planning skills.
Success in this role means thriving in both worlds rolling up your sleeves to manage data processes and repeatable tasks with precision while also stepping back to shape insights influence leaders and connect demand planning to broader business strategy. Youll balance operational discipline with strategic impact working across the end-to-end supply chain to drive plans and execution that strengthen the company.
Qualifications:
What you bring:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Supply Chain Business Economics Data Analytics or a related field.
- 3 years of experience in demand planning forecasting or supply chain analytics preferably within the automotive industry or a complex manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in advanced Excel (macros pivot tables formulas VLOOKUPs) with a strong ability to analyze and interpret large datasets.
- Experience building and delivering executive-ready presentations including clear data-driven storytelling.
Added Bonus If You Have:
- Hands-on experience with automotive wholesale inventory and retail sales data.
- Familiarity with vehicle lifecycle management including product launch and end-of-life planning.
- Experience with data wrangling (using SQL or tools such as Alteryx) to connect and pull data.
- Experience with Power BI Tableau or other visualization tools for executive-ready reporting.
- Comfort working with industry research economic trends and competitive intelligence.
- Background in statistical forecasting machine learning or advanced demand sensing techniques.
- Ability to analyze interpret and anticipate industry trends (e.g. electrification supply chain constraints consumer behavior shifts).
What well 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.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
