Analyst, Analytics

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. 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.

An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, 'job flexibility benefits' (also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability), etc. now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

This position is based at the Toyota Headquarters in Plano, TX with onsite work Monday-Thursday and remote work on Fridays

Who we're looking for

Toyota Financial Services is looking for highly motivated people to fill multiple openings as an Analyst in one of our Analytics teams. The primary focus of our Analytics teams is to generate actionable insights by leveraging data and using effective data storytelling to help our company make better rel="noopener noreferrer">Analytics @ TFS (toyota.com)

We currently have openings on the following teams:

Residual Value Risk

• The Residual Value Risk team is responsible for developing and leading the company's strategic outlook on the used car market, vehicle depreciation rates, and lease residual values.
• This position will apply advanced analytical skills and business insights to execute the setting of Residual Values for new Toyota, Lexus, and Mazda lease originations. This position suits candidates who have a passion for the automotive industry and a strong understanding of vehicles and products offered in today's market. We are looking for someone who can collect, analyze and report quantitative and qualitative information with the purpose of forecasting used vehicle prices and telling the story behind the data. Ideal candidates have an exceptional attention to detail and an aptitude for solving complex problems.

Pricing Analytics

• The Pricing Analytics team's work is centered on determining the appropriate interest rates to be paid by customers for our Consumer Finance Retail and Lease products.
• Our team's work is critical not only in driving TMCC's business results from a sales, profitability, and risk perspective but also in the impact it has on millions of Americans monthly loan/lease payments. With such a high level of responsibility, our team utilizes both an analytical framework utilizing the latest techniques and technologies in data analytics/science while also leveraging the depth of industry knowledge and expertise throughout TFS.

What you'll be doing

• Uncover business needs and the true questions that the company is trying to answer in order to properly frame your analysis.
• Leverage SQL and Python (Pandas & Numpy) skills to acquire and organize data.
• Find insights buried in the data by applying your arsenal of creative problem-solving, data exploration, and quantitative analytical skills (including statistical methods).
• Assess the quantitative and qualitative impacts of possible actions based on your insight, taking into consideration our customers, our employees, and our company.
• Recommend actions based on your insights by effectively telling the story that is supported by data through presentations (PowerPoint), data visualizations (Tableau), and clear and concise verbal and written communications skills.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders to help implement and measure recommended actions.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders across Toyota such as Sales, Marketing, Servicing, Insurance, Risk, Technology, Legal/Compliance, Finance, Treasury, etc.
• Continuously improve your analytical, technical, communication, and people skills through offered training and on-the-job experience to prepare for advancement into analytical leadership roles.
• Become a subject matter expert for your business area by developing a comprehensive understanding of its strategies, processes, policies, and data.
• Guide/mentor other analysts on best practices for analysis and data storytelling.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in any field with an emphasis on quantitative analysis including Business Analytics, Information Science, Business/Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Marketing, Consumer Insights or closely related field / STEM degree.
• At least one year of equivalent and relevant work experience required.
• Demonstrated relevant experience coding in SQL and Python (this will be tested during interviews).
• Creative and quantitative problem-solving skills with strengths in Data Acquisition, Manipulation, Cleaning, Analysis and Presentation of Results.
• Basic statistics knowledge.
• Presentation skills including proposing strategic recommendations to management and clearly articulating technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Intellectual curiosity - always making an effort to understand and find the truth in the data.
• Experience collaborating with others.

Added bonus if you have

• MBA or Master's degree in an analytical field.
• Background in Auto Finance or Consumer Lending industries.
• Professional experience in one or more areas covered by the Analytics Job Family (see list above).
• Intermediate to advanced statistics knowledge.

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)

Belonging at Toyota

Our 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.