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Toyota Advanced Product Strategy, Concept Planning Senior Manager in Plano, Texas
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Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Product Planning and Strategy team is looking for a passionate and motivated Senior Manager, Concept Planning, in our Advanced Product Strategy group to support our development of new model product concepts from beginning to end.
Reporting to the General Manager of Advanced Product Strategy, this person will advise Toyota Motor North America executives on product line extensions, mobility product opportunities and other new business opportunities including all necessary product attributes, market potential and business case analysis.
What you’ll be doing
Lead team of concept managers and planners to develop new model product concepts across all Toyota and Lexus segments (including cars, SUVs, and trucks), as well as new and emerging mobility product categories.
Identify target customers, clarify needs & use cases, and define product attributes, including size, powertrain, design direction, and unique selling features.
Support business cases for necessary investments including sales volume forecast and pricing approach.
Inspire, train, and hire for two concept planning teams to handle high-pressure and challenging deadlines for deliverables.
Expose and train staff on concept planning processes and advanced analytical techniques, as well as business plan development.
Conduct direct customer research to identify new market opportunities for both retail and commercial customers
Build strong relationships with stakeholders to assist with rapid collaboration, data/analytical work, problem definition, and solution generation.
Present product strategy and concepts to executive management.
Negotiate with Chief Engineers/R&D, styling departments, and global planning teams to deliver on product concept.
Provide thought leadership as an experienced industry SME on new and emerging product categories.
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Progressive experience in the automotive industry specific to product development and customers habits
Strong analytical skills and familiarity with research methods (both qualitative and quantitative) and relevant market databases
Strategic and creative mindset with advanced ability to tell a compelling story
Familiarity with long-term mobility customer, market, and technology trends
Prior experience managing staff (ideally 6+), with demonstrated project leadership and management skills
Demonstrated ability to work across departmental divides to achieve goals
Added bonus if you have
- MBA or relevant advanced degree
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
• 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
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings
Job Posting End Date :
06/29/2024 at 12AM US/Central
Management Level :
20