Sr. Analyst - Profit Lifecycle Management

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

30% – Analyze Financial Performance

• 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

25% – Monitor Profitability and Inform Target Management

• Track inputs across Cost Planning, Pricing, Ideal Budget, and PBM Actuals

• Monitor Risks and Opportunities to support target management and long-term profitability

10% – Support Manufacturing and Investment Strategy

• Partner with Enterprise Strategy & Solutions on plant, line, and localization studies

• Support financial analysis to guide capacity planning and capital investment decisions

10% – Standardize Tools and Processes

• 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

Perform other duties as required.

What you bring: 

• 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 

Added bonus if you have:  

• 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

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)