Senior Analyst - Lexus Strategy & Communications

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.

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

Lexus is looking for a passionate, qualified, and motivated Strategy Senior Analyst to join our newly formed Strategy & Communications team within the Marketing department. We are a collaborative team that is imaginative, thoughtful, and brave in all that we do and create.

Reporting to the Strategy & Communications Manager, the person in this role will:

• Support the Lexus Division and Marketing department's objectives, while elevating the Lexus brand to new heights within the luxury industry
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for strategic alignment
• Leverage marketing tools and analyze data to inform strategic planning
• Foster positive relationships with internal and external partners

• Implement the Lexus Marketing annual planning process by conducting strategic planning sessions with cross-functional teams to ensure that strategic actions align with division and marketing objectives
• Apply the brand strategy direction to drive the success of the Lexus brand while identifying opportunities for enhancements to align with best-in-class marketing practices
• Build familiarity with business analytics' initiatives to ensure they consistently support marketing objectives and deliverables
• Utilize marketing tools and interpret data to promote more informed decision making and effective strategies
• Communicate findings and recommendations with internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee marketing operations programs focused on optimizing creative workflows and enhancing media accountability through audits
• Manage agency and relationship initiatives including agency scope and fee management
• Develop curriculum and training materials to enhance Marketing Team member capabilities

• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Understanding of marketing metrics and analytics, can apply strategic thinking, problem solving, and hypothesis-driven data analysis
• Ability to analyze data, create reports, and inform teams to guide strategic decisions
• Proven ability to effectively coordinate and prioritize multiple project timelines to ensure timely delivery and resource optimization
• Strong communication skills and business acumen to understand corporate strategy and present actionable findings to management
• Collaborative spirit to build healthy relationships with internal and external partners, including managing agencies and/or business partners
• Experience in marketing, consumer insights, product, corporate planning, advertising, and/or sales
• Proficiency in MS Office software

• MBA or other applicable advanced degree
• Relevant experience applying prominent marketing strategy models for a large global luxury brand
• Experience related to and understanding of the automotive marketplace

• 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)