Senior Engineer - Purchasing

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 Purchasing Supplier Development (PSD) Engineering Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Engineer/Data Scientist with a strong data analytics mindset and the ability to turn insights into sound business decisions.

The primary responsibility of this role is managing the functionality and enhancement of Toyota’s Supplier KPI system, applying rigorous analytical thinking to supply chain performance data to identify, summarize and visualize supplier performance gaps or risks for supply disruption.

The person in this role will support PSD’s objective to develop our outsourced supply base utilizing data-driven performance insights to ensure overall best cost, quality, manufacturability, and operational self-reliance. The candidates should consistently demonstrate attributes of next level capability as outlined in the Toyota Core Competencies and meets expectations of current position.

This position is located in Saline, Michigan and requires an onsite presence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Ensuring data integrity and functionality within supplier performance data systems and enhancing automation of data flows.
• Developing and maintaining dashboards and reports using tools like Tableau, Power BI or Qlik.
• Building predictive models to support decision making in areas like supplier performance and improvement and supply disruption risk.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, logistics) to translate business needs into data-driven solutions.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or other technical related degrees.
• 3+ years of experience in Data Analytics, preferably within Manufacturing or Automotive Supply Chain.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, or R for data manipulation and analysis.
• Strong Data analytics expertise visualization tools; workflow automation; data engineering; Excel/VBA; and enterprise systems.
• Must have experience collaborating with Scrum-Based Systems’ teams for enterprise software management & enhancement.
• Experience in ambiguous environments and thrives in iterative development processes.
• Current working schedule is Hybrid. The requirement is an onsite presence Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and working remotely Monday and Friday. This schedule supports the needs of the business and subject to future modifications.
  
  

Added bonus if you have

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or other technical related degrees.
• Familiarity with automotive standards (IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP).
• Predictive modeling in areas such as supplier performance.
• Gen AI Machine Learning: Experience building predictive modeling using machine learning techniques.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience.
• Critical thinking and customer-focused problem-solving mindset.
• Strong communication skills to bridge technical insights with operational strategy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking and customer-focused problem-solving mindset.
  
  

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, including tuition reimbursement
• Vehicle purchase & lease programs
• 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 (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.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.

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