OverviewWho we areCollaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.
Who we're looking for: Toyota Motor North America's Service Parts Operations (SPO) Logistics Trainee (LT) program is 6-18-month on-the-job training program designed to develop future Operations Leaders (frontline supervisors) within the SPO supply chain. Key features include:
- Role: Logistics Trainee working closely with Operational leaders on daily operations and objectives.
- Training: Hands-on experience in SPO's dynamic supply chain, applying Toyota's problem-solving tools and leadership skills daily.
- Curriculum: Core Global Content Training (Toyota Production System, Ji Kotei Kanketsu, Toyota Business Practices) plus foundational leadership education (Situational Leadership II).
- Mentorship: Guided by a mentor team for experience, exposure, education, and business insight.
- Goal: Develop candidates who embody Toyota's values, challenge existing systems, and improve quality, efficiency, and lead times for breakthrough performance.
This program prepares trainees to become effective frontline supervisors by immersing them in Toyota's operational culture and leadership practices.
Typical Career Path: Logistics Trainee> Operations Leader > Production/Operations Manager
Locations: What you'll be doing - Immersed directly in daily operations within the SPO supply chain
- Responsible for supporting and driving daily performance and operational objectives
- Learn and applying Toyota's core values, daily management practices, and problem-solving tools
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams and operational leaders to identify and implement improvements
- Participating in hands-on projects that focuses on safety, enhance quality, efficiency, and lead times
What you bring - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Liberal Arts with a minimum GPA of 2.7 or equivalent work experience in related field (3-year minimum).
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be willing to relocate (immediate and/or future).
- Must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, or F-1 OPT extension) now or in the future.
- High degree of written and verbal communication skills and proficient in MS Word, Excel PowerPoint, Power BI.
What we'll bring During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
• 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
• 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)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Toyota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the inclusiveness of the communities where we live and do business. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Belonging at ToyotaOur success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.
