The Role
About Woven by Toyota
Woven by Toyota is enabling Toyota’s once-in-a-century transformation into a mobility company. Inspired by a legacy of innovating for the benefit of others, our mission is to challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation — expanding what “mobility” means and how it serves society.
Our work centers on four pillars: AD/ADAS, our autonomous driving and advanced driver assist technologies; Arene, our software development platform for software-defined vehicles; Woven City, a test course for mobility; and Cloud & AI, the digital infrastructure powering our collaborative foundation. Business-critical functions empower these teams to execute, and together, we’re working toward one bold goal: a world with zero accidents and enhanced well-being for all.
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WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
As our Business Operations Manager, you will be at the forefront of strategic initiatives, collaborating closely with the CFO and our Global Operations leadership team to implement transformative global programs. Reporting directly to the CFO, your expertise will be instrumental in establishing robust systems and frameworks that support our rapid growth. You will act as a vital connector among diverse functions, bridging gaps between teams with varied expertise, including Legal & Intellectual Property, Finance, Human Resources and other teams. You will navigate these very different teams and drive significant organizational impact, shaping the future of our operations and optimizing efficiency across the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
・Identify areas for improvement, communication gaps, and opportunities for kaizen within Global Operations.
・Proactively propose initiatives and programs to support the CFO and Global Operations leadership team.
・Define and implement programs to achieve yearly objectives and drive the mission of Global Operations and collaborate with other divisions.
・Prepare and facilitate all-hands meetings within Global Operations.
・Facilitate meetings and workshops, ensuring effective planning and coordination.
・Engage in a diverse array of responsibilities across Global Operations , including, but not limited to, strategic event planning and coordination, as well as other miscellaneous tasks as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
・Proven track record in program management, communication planning, and strategic planning, especially within global organizations.
・Deep understanding of at least one of the following key professional areas managed by Global Operations, with successful experience in operational management.
- Communications & Marketing
- Facilities Management
- Finance & Accounting
- Human Resources
- Interactual Property
- Legal
- Procurement
・Experience in navigating and managing complex stakeholder relationships, ensuring alignment and collaboration across diverse teams, while possessing the ability to directly engage with and manage detailed tasks and projects as needed.
・Experience as a project manager or member in delivering integrated systems solutions from RFP (request for proposal) to implementation and testing, could be a system for any business function area but ideally one of the above departments.
・Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Japanese, facilitating clear and effective interaction across global teams.
・A unique balance of strategic thinking and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring comprehensive planning and execution.
NICE TO HAVES
- 5+ years experience engaging with executives
- Experience working closely with CxOs, driving to high-level strategic initiatives and fostering a collaborative environment across executive functions.
- Project Management certifications such as PMP, Six Sigma are plus but not required
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Important Points
・All interviews will be arranged via Google Meet, unless otherwise stated.
・The same job descriptions are available in both English and Japanese; therefore, we kindly ask that you apply to only one version.
・We kindly request that you submit your resume in English, if possible. However, Japanese resumes are also acceptable. Please note that, depending on the English proficiency requirements of the role, we may request an English version of your resume later in the process.
WHAT WE OFFER
・Competitive Salary - Based on experience
・Work Hours - Flexible working time
・Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated)
・Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated)
・Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by our company
・Japanese Social Insurance - Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance
・Housing Allowance
・Retirement Benefits
・Rental Cars Support
・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)
Our Commitment
・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.
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The Company
What We Do
Woven by Toyota will help to deliver the safest, most intelligent mobility experiences and lifestyle for Toyota customers everywhere. At Woven by Toyota, we envision a human-centered future, where world-class technology expands global access to mobility, enhances the capabilities of drivers, and empowers people to thrive. We achieve this with a unique global culture that weaves modern Silicon Valley innovation with Japanese quality craftsmanship. As society, technology and customer needs evolve, we continuously pursue new ways to create a more personal, seamless experience for customers.
