Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) is a world-class automotive facility with manufacturing plants located in Cambridge and Woodstock, Ontario. Our plants currently manufacture the best-selling Toyota RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid and the Lexus RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles, and will also soon be building the popular Lexus NX and Lexus NX Hybrid models. Recognized year after year on the global stage for manufacturing quality by our customers, we are also recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.

The world-famous Toyota Production System, a philosophy of continuous improvement and on-going training, enables each Team Member to work towards their highest potential. The results of our company stem from hiring committed, self-motivated team members, with the ability to work together to achieve team goals

What We Offer 

• Competitive compensation package including overtime pay and annual bonus
• Flexible health benefits plan after 12 weeks; including Medical, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and a Health Care Spending Account
• 12-Paid vacation days, including 1-week in July
• Flexible start/end times and remote work 1 day/week
• Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) or a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), conveniently funded by Team Member payroll contributions
• Vitality Wellness App that encourages and rewards you for leading a healthier lifestyle
• Company Diversity and Inclusion business partnering groups
• Employee Vehicle Discounts
• Build friendly and long-lasting relationships through social events and an on-site fitness facility

As a Supply Chain Analyst, Raw Material Management, you will work within a cross-functional group and apply problem solving and root cause analysis techniques to address daily supply chain concerns. Your main responsibility will be the establishment and management of direct raw materials and / or spare parts; working directly with TMMC internal departments (the customers) and the suppliers for fulfillment of requirements.  You will also be tasked with applying Toyota Production System (TPS) principles and enhancing the current processes.  A strong technical capability (Excel, Access, VBA) will be required to successfully manage project-based activities for the development of future innovation.

Contract Ending February 3, 2023

What you’ll be doing

• Inventory Operations Analyst – General Stores (JL14)
• Monitor abnormal conditions and escalate Key Performance Indicators (KPI) abnormalities, concerns, and crisis to management as required
• Support abnormality investigations and apply Toyota Business Practice (TBP) fundamentals to identify root cause
• Proactive data analysis to avoid customer or supplier impact
• Coordinate meetings for all stakeholders (internal and external) and interface daily with Shop Floor, Pilot, Maintenance, and Supplier groups
• Apply Just-In-Time principles (TPS) to support the manufacturing requirements
• Assist other Analysts with problem resolution
• Coordinate and support model change activities, focusing on system readiness, change management, indirect parts ordering, tracking, and payment
• Monitor and support continuous improvement projects, buildout activities, etc.
• Support or participate in process standardization and continuous improvement (kaizen) projects
• Manage and coordinate projects

Desired Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Mathematics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Science or other equivalent degree is required
• Minimum new grad to 2 years of relevant industry experience is required (will consider relevant co-op and summer employment experience)
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Exposure to Power BI would be an asset
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and evaluate results; strong mathematical aptitude
• Strong problem-solving skills; ability to interpret complex issues and implement sustainable solutions
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with multi-tasking and prioritization skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Willing to support daily and weekend overtime requirements as needed
• Possible travel within North America as well as Overseas (less than 5% per year)
• Must be flexible to work in Cambridge and/or Woodstock plant locations

If you have any questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to us at TMMC_Recruitment@Toyota.com. You can also learn more by visiting our Production Control & Supply Chain Career Page.

To promote a comfortable, safe and productive work environment, as well as to comply with all federal, provincial and/or local laws, TMMC is a smoke-free property.

TMMC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse team. We believe in enabling people of different ages, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, colours, races, ancestries, citizenships, ethnic origins, places of origin, and creeds to work together and realize their full potential. TMMC is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation.