Manager, Supplier Relationship
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.
An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.
Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, (job flexibility benefits) (also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability), etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.
Who We’re Looking For
Toyota’s Data & Technology organization is looking for a highly motivated and qualified Supplier Relationship Manager.
The primary responsibility of this role is to engage with, enable and support the Data & Technology Supplier Relationships to ensure we maximize capabilities, minimize risk, drive performance, process governance, and cost efficiency.
Reporting to the National Manager Supplier Management, the person in this role will govern the supplier relationship lifecycle of our strategic partners.
What You’ll Be Doing
Provides guidance to procurement and data and technology teams on large scale, enterprise supplier negotiations
Supports supplier engagement policies by guiding stakeholders through governance and framework of their supplier engagements
Manage/Report on upcoming strategic contract expirations and renewals
Reporting and analysis using Ariba to ensure purchase requisitions are coded correctly and invoices are approved in a timely manner
Status, coordination and strategy for sourcing events and contract negotiations.
Conduct regular meetings with Data and Technology leaders to understand and plan for upcoming business requirements
Contributes to and leads supplier management projects and initiatives
Promotes cross-organizational and cross affiliate supplier process and practices
Document and resolve or coordinate resolution of supplier issues
What You Bring
7-10 Years of experience in IT procurement or supplier relationship management
Demonstrated analytical and negotiation skills
Ability to effectively work in a matrix team environment with minimal oversight and maximum flexibility
Possess strong project management skills
Possess strong interpersonal and presentation skills, superior relationship management
The ability to multitask, and have a good sense of prioritization and familiarization with financial modeling
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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
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 all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.
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.