The Role
The Senior Manager will oversee budget management, resource strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic project execution for AD/ADAS initiatives.
Summary Generated by Built In
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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TEAM
Woven by Toyota's AD/ADAS (AD/ADAS: Autonomous Driving and Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) organization, is developing the core algorithms for safe and robust driving of complex and uncertain real-world environments and the development ecosystem that powers rapid iteration. Our teams are contributing to next generation autonomy and ADAS active safety systems through core algorithms, data-driven approaches, and efficient architectures.
Our Business Strategy & Operations team focuses on providing resource strategy, budget management, leadership team support, business model development and internal communications for the AD/ADAS organization. The Senior Manager will work closely with counterparts in global offices and cross-functional teams to drive key AD/ADAS initiatives, shaping and executing strategies that advance our mission to develop an ever better autonomy application with state-of-the-art methods, tools and processes for Toyota.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
The AD/ADAS Business Strategy & Operations team is looking for an analytical and strategic whiz. This individual demonstrates exceptional business judgment, should excel at using financial and operational data to influence cross-functional stakeholders, and can effectively navigate twists and turns of complex business scenarios to drive improvements & support the team. The ideal candidate will also be attuned to identifying opportunities or roadblocks early to build proactive strategies for the team. Excellent communication and project management skills are essential to ensure strategic initiatives roll out smoothly throughout the organization. If this sounds like you, join us for a fun ride!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with finance and business leaders to manage global budgets, forecasting, and ensure actual spending tracks to budget constraints for AD/ADAS
- Analyze resource efficiency and collaborate with stakeholders to propose solutions for improved global resourcing
- Launch and manage key strategic projects (e.g. competitive market analysis, build vs buy strategies, etc.) by leading stakeholder discussions, tracking project progress/budget, identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to ensure project success
- Support leadership and Chief of Staff in strategic planning by providing data-driven insights that can help inform decision-making
- Find opportunities to streamline operational processes and implement best practices across the organization
- Analyze overall business risks and propose mitigation strategies
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of professional experience in business development, business operations, management consulting, finance, or technology
- Strong analytical skills, comfort working with dashboards, business intelligence tools, and in spreadsheet software (e.g. Excel and Google Sheets)
- Consistent track record of delivering results with large-scale, cross-functional global projects and leading multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
- Experience in formulating business strategies, competitive analysis, or market research
- Fluent in Japanese (native or business level)
NICE TO HAVES
- Global mindset, understand how cultural differences can impact how and what we communicate
- Experience in automotive industry particularly in AD/ADAS or related technology fields
- Basic knowledge in using Confluence and Jira
- Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
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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.
Top Skills
Confluence
Excel
Google Sheets
JIRA
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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.
