Engineer - Production Engineering

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.

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Who we're looking for

Toyota's Production Engineering Stamping Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineer for Procurement Projects.

The primary responsibility of this role is to manage the sourcing and acquisition of critical stamping die components.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager the person in this role will support the Stamping department's objective to work closely with the die manufacturing team to ensure all stamping die requirements are met with high-quality parts, on time and within budget.

What you'll be doing

• Lead activity to procure parts for stamping die components.

• Develop sourcing strategies, which result in supply base optimization.

• Negotiate with supplier partners for cost savings and avoidance utilizing competitive benchmarking of detailed cost elements and analysis of cost variance.

• Establish and assess cost standards to reach a consistent, efficient approach to pricing, including timely payment issuance.

• Understand and analyze automotive tooling trends to ensure Toyota is using the right supplier candidates and technologies.

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or 2 years equivalent work experience

• At least 2 years of Toyota experience inclusive of team member, contingent worker and/or co-op

• Efficient computer skills with Microsoft Office, including the use of Excel pivot tables and macros

• Minimum 2 years in procurement role using SAP Ariba

• 5 years of experience in supply chain management

• 2 years of experience in supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost analysis

• 1 year experience in 3D CAD skills. (CATIA, XVL, etc.)

• Ability to read 2D and 3D component technical drawings and component parts lists

• 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)