Senior Analyst Product Profit Lifecycle Management

Toyota North America • York, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Toyota’s Product Profit Lifecycle Management (PPLM) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Analyst. The primary responsibility of this role is to support full vehicle lifecycle profitability by managing cost and revenue 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. Reporting to the Manager of Product Lifecycle Management - Truck & Large SUV, the person in this role will support the PPLM department’s objective of end-to-end product profitability management and decision support across the entire vehicle lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field
• Experience in Product or Program Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Strategic Cost/Profit Analysis, or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, business case development, and investment analysis skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data and translate insights into actionable business recommendations
• Experience supporting executive-level presentations and communicating financial insights to diverse stakeholders
• Proven success supporting cross-functional initiatives and collaborating across Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Logistics, and Finance
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., XLOOKUP, PivotTables, financial models) and experience with data visualization tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree in a related field
• Project Management experience or certification (i.e., PMP, CAPM)
• Familiarity 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

Responsibilities

• Support Product Lifecycle Financial Analysis
• Lead profitability studies for vehicle programs from early concept through production
• Develop profitability analyses, financial estimates, and business case evaluations
• Lead enterprise cost planning activities for new model programs
• Coordinate cost planning schedules and milestone deliverables
• Analyze cost planning activities including target development, cost forecasting, assumptions management, and financial modeling
• Support executive decision making through financial analysis and reporting
• Enterprise Target Management (Product Lifecycle Champion – PLC Activity)
• Support development of vehicle profit targets and enterprise cost targets
• Monitor target achievement and drive functional recovery actions
• Support cost reduction activities throughout the product lifecycle
• Financial Performance & Forecasting
• Compare Cost Planning, Pricing, Budget, and Actual performance
• Analyze profitability drivers, cost variances, and financial risks
• Prepare executive financial reviews and management reporting
• Develop vehicle profitability forecasts and scenario analysis
• Cross-functional Program Support
• Coordinate with Product Management, Design, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Logistics, Sales, and Finance
• Lead cross-functional meetings and project coordination
• Support program approval milestones and executive reviews
• Ensure alignment of financial assumptions across stakeholders
• Process Improvement & Analytics
• Develop standardized financial tools, templates, and dashboards
• Improve lifecycle management processes and reporting capabilities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Enhance analytical methods and financial systems

Benefits

• 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 (if applicable)
• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior