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Who we're looking for

Toyota'sMexico Logistics Operations & Planning Team is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Analyst.

The primary responsibility of this role is to safely manage freight and returns throughout the logistics network using the highest quality processes at the lowest transportation cost (right pallet, right place, right time).

Reporting to the Mexico Logistics Operations & Planning Manager, the person in this role will support the Mexico Operations & Planning team objective to lead continuous improvement of freight management processes/procedures across North American Manufacturing Centers (NAMC) while incorporating a passion for innovation and process improvement into daily management cycles.

What you'll be doing

• Self-reliant, single point of contact, who manages all aspects of external logistics related to Mexico/US border crossings

• Manage system and process implementation from Toyota Manufacturing North America (TMNA) to all logistics operations related to above activity

• Serve as the Toyota representative for all operational issues, working with the Over the Road, Docks, Border Crossing Locations, Border Crossing Document Creation Teams, and Customs and Compliance, to ensure flawless logistics support for all operations

• Manage Logistics Cost Budget Creation and Management for Mexico operations including, the monthly analysis, and kaizen requirements to ensure competitiveness and profitability

• Managing Monthly Billing to ensure accuracy of invoice transactions to ensure proper payment in a timely manner Ensure timely and accurate transmission of shipment data to downstream users

• Manage the daily plan versus actual for logistics and operations

• Monitor trends and data for "end-to-end" management of assigned lanes

• Lead problem solving activities to drive continuous Improvement with all touchpoints in the assigned lanes

• Manage multiple Logistics Partners and customs brokers to ensure timely border crossings, yard and trucking processes, management and visualization

• Lead cross functional process improvement (JKK) and Problem Solving (TBP)

• Lead problem solving, crisis management, and abnormal condition resolution, providing training for actions taken during supplier, logistics and production crises

• Ensure all actions taken are in line with abnormal process and instruction to ensure no plant impact

• Lead Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost kaizen activities to ensure all KPI are met/exceeded

What you bring

• Bachelor's Degree or higher or 5 years of equivalent professional experience in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or Industrial Engineering Analytics

• Experience working and negotiating with suppliers and logistic providers

• Experience with progressive Trade or Logistics, such as incorporating Federal Trade regulations and adjusting supply chain processes accordingly

• Project management experience, including project creation, KPI tracking, and reporting out project status through to completed project

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint

• Ability to respond to work tasks during off shift hours, including weekends

Added bonus if you have

• Experience with or exposure to Mexico/US Trade Regulations and their application to the Trade processes and the Global Supply Chain network

• Knowledge of/ exposure to Cross Dock, separation or distribution centers

• Experience with Manufacturing Parts ordering

• Experience with Microsoft Power BI

• Spanish language fluency, both verbal and written

• Proficiency utilizing Freight/Logistics Tracking software such as FVM, TSCS, LIOS or similar

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

• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)

• 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)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse 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. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

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.