Planning Analyst

Toyota North America•Costa Mesa, CA

1d•$87,700 - $142,500

About The Position

TRD is seeking a highly motivated Planning Analyst to manage the supply chain and on-time delivery of a defined subset of race engine components. The role supports manufacturing, engine build, and external customers by coordinating planning, purchasing, engineering changes, supplier activity, and ERP data. It also schedules operations across TRD departments, helps resolve supply challenges, and works with Engineering and other stakeholders to maintain accurate component, BOM, route, and engine-kit information. The analyst also supports project planning and execution, supplier and discipline meetings, and compliance with quality requirements.

Requirements

Direct hands-on experience in supply chain management, including MRP, logistics management, forecasting and planning, and costing.
Previous high-level experience in an MRP-driven supply chain environment.
At least 5 years of experience in a prototype or small-volume, engineering-driven manufacturing environment, preferably in a supply chain or production role.
Proficiency interpreting technical documentation, including drawings and CAD data, and a solid grasp of manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated ability to manage the product life cycle from start to finish and coordinate internal and external stakeholders to deliver on time and meet rigorous quality standards.
Strong problem-solving skills, including identifying issues and causes, developing process-improvement alternatives, evaluating options, and implementing a plan.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills, with strong listening, negotiation, and assertiveness when working with internal and external customers.
Curiosity, willingness to learn how processes work inside and outside the organization, and experience working on a team that supports and challenges for performance.
A BA/BS in Business or a similar discipline, with an emphasis on Supply Chain Management and/or Automotive Manufacturing, is preferred; alternatively, applicants may qualify through the described experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Syspro ERP.
Experience in automotive manufacturing.
A BA/BS in Business or a similar discipline, with an emphasis on Supply Chain Management and/or Automotive Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Own the complete supply chain and on-time delivery of a defined subset of race engine components, including raw materials and finished components for manufacturing, engine build, and external customers.
Initiate and manage Engineering Change Orders, BOM and route structures, regular MRP reviews, component forecasting, and purchasing requisitions.
Coordinate internal work instructions and keep department leadership, customers, and TRD Engineering informed.
Identify supply challenges, notify stakeholders in Planning, Engineering, and Manufacturing, and facilitate resolution.
Maintain ERP BOM and route knowledge and ensure data accuracy for bills of materials, material allocations, work orders, component callout dates, and required delivery dates.
Regularly review supplier pricing, lead times, and quotations based on EBQ and forecasted demand, ensuring accurate data and competitive pricing through lean ordering principles.
Schedule and prioritize operations and workflow across TRD departments based on established operation sequences and lead times.
Process Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) promptly to support vendor compliance with quality requirements and disposition components rejected on NCR.
Create timely and accurate Engineering Updates based on released TRD or vendor drawings and changes to Production and Development Engine Specs.
Manage ERP data inputs and maintain part number classifications and replenishment values, including Product Class Codes, lead time, EBQ, unit cost, Commodity Code, and Safety Stock.
Maintain Engineering BOMs and manage the release of changes to BOMs, Routes, and Engine Kits.
Collaborate with Engineering to ensure the accuracy of TRD Instruction Manual pictures, part numbers, and engine-component quantities and locations.
Initiate project management activities, including kickoff meetings and planning requirements, oversee plan execution, and monitor deliverables through completion.
Participate in discipline and supplier meetings and create, review, and distribute meeting minutes identifying action items, process owners, and due dates.

Benefits

Professional growth and development programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program, if applicable.
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for the employee's family.
Flexible work options based on business needs.
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan with a company match and an annual retirement contribution regardless of employee contributions.
Paid holidays and paid time off.
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.
Tax-advantaged accounts, including a Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.