Sr. Analyst - Profit Lifecycle Management

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

Toyota's Product Profit Lifecycle Management (PPLM) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Analyst.

This role is responsible for ensuring full vehicle lifecycle profitability by managing cost and price 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.

The Senior Analyst collaborates cross-functionally to manage schedules, assess financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and drive actions that improve vehicle-level and enterprise profitability.

What you'll be doing:

25% - Lead Planning and Coordination

• Manage project schedules and milestones from concept through production
• Align profit targets with Sales, Design, Plant, Logistics, and other functional groups
• Define and drive execution of roles, deliverables, and timelines
• Use strong communication and follow-up to maintain alignment and accountability

• Compare Cost Planning, Pricing, Ideal Budget, and PBM Actuals based on lifecycle phase
• Identify and explain cost and price drivers impacting profitability
• Provide clear gap-to-target analysis to support recovery actions and strategic decisions

• Track inputs across Cost Planning, Pricing, Ideal Budget, and PBM Actuals
• Monitor Risks and Opportunities to support target management and long-term profitability

• Partner with Enterprise Strategy & Solutions on plant, line, and localization studies
• Support financial analysis to guide capacity planning and capital investment decisions

• Develop scalable analysis templates, tools, and systems to improve efficiency and consistency
• Document and standardize processes that enable data-driven decision-making across the vehicle lifecycle

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Finance, Accounting or related field
• Relevant experience in Product or Program Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), or Strategic Cost/Profit Analysis
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration with sales and manufacturing and financial storytelling
• Strong Excel skills (i.e., lookups, pivot tables) and experience with data visualization
• Experience managing multiple projects and adapting in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• MBA or advanced degree in a related field
• Project Management experience or certification (i.e., PMP, CAPM)
• Experience 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

• 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)