Toyota Vacancies

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Assistant Manager Admin Ops Kinto

Posting Date:  29 Aug 2024

Req ID:  2780

Job Family:  Sales

Department: 

Building Address:  Sandton, Johannesburg

Province:  Gauteng

Type of Hire:  Permanent

The incumbent of this position will be responsible for providing all sales administrative support to the KINTO regional sales team to ensure an effective sales process nationally. This will be achieved by actively optimizing dealer and internal sales functions, to ensure we achieve an efficient dealer sales process and an enhanced customer journey experience.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Sales Administration

• Provide admin and planning support to the sales department
• Support the SRM with sales quotations and customer proposal preparation
• Prepare quote templates which need to be presented to prospects
• Manage all complex quotes which need intervention outside the system parameters
• Follow up on conversion of quotes
• Coordinate and update of the sales report and monthly report preparation
• Assist with input into dealer bulletins and communication

Order Management

• Manage and maintain optimal order conversions
• Manage customer orders and stock pipeline management
• Support the SRM with order pipeline management
• Coordinate sourcing of stock and allocation

Dealer Liaison

• Manage dealer / KINTO enquiry process
• Manage and maintain optimal order conversions
• Support dealers with finalizing of KINTO deals on E-Toyota One
• Liaise with suppliers for SVR fitments
• Management dealer network and internal communication
• Monitor dealer performance versus set targets
• Monitor and manage dealer sales activity to measure support and lack of support
• Manage quote activity to understand conversion ratios

Order Management           

• Manage and maintain optimal order conversions
• Manage all complex quotes which need intervention outside of the system
• Prepare quote templates which need to be presented to prospects
• Feedback into stock meeting to ensure all future opportunities are able to be fulfilled
• Identify and action improvement areas
• Effective communication and feedback to dealer network, including sales dealer bulletins
• Preparations and presentation of Stock Obeya meetings

Leads Management 

• Handle product enquiries from potential customers
• Process customer leads
• Coordinate customer events for lead generation
• Follow up on dealer leads and conversions

Contracts Management

• Engaging with customers post sign-up to ensure their KINTO One contract is fully understood
• Handle Master Rental Agreement queries
• Assist customers with MyToyotaFleet onboarding
• Coordinate end of contract vehicle de-fleeting and replacement
• Proactive customer care and interaction

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• NQF Level 5 (Minimum 240 credits on level 8 framework) qualification in Business & Supply Chain Management or related
• Analytics or Supply Chain background (minimum of 5 years)
• SAP knowledge and experience would be advantageous
• Knowledge of Kinto one Process
• System knowledge ET1 & Miles Mandatory
• Automotive industry knowledge and experience – Essential
• High degree of computer literacy – Essential
• Excel Advanced – Essential

COMPETENCIES:

• Accurate information gathering and analysis
• Awareness and commitment to our mission
• Awareness of situations and decisiveness
• Communication and sharing of mid to long-term plans
• Creation of innovation vision
• Establishing framework and systems for organizational review
• Feedback of evaluation and long-term development of others
• Strategic review of work methods
• Negotiation and good communication
• Relationship building

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• May be required to act in the capacity of surrounding posts
• May be required to work overtime
• May be required to travel and stay overnight
• May be required to participate in Development Programs

  THIS APPOINTMENT WILL BE MADE IN LINE WITH THE COMPANY’S EMPLOYMENT EQUITY POLICY

Assistant Manager Sales & Dealer Network

Posting Date:  29 Aug 2024

Req ID:  2596

Job Family:  Sales

Department: 

Building Address:  Sandton, Johannesburg

Province:  Gauteng

Type of Hire:  Contract

A vacancy exists within the Vehicle Sales & Dealer Network Department and is based in Johannesburg. This position reports to the Vice President of Sales & Dealer network. The main purpose of the position is to ensure smooth running of general administration functions within the departments of Vehicle Sales & Dealer Network.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Co-ordinate, plan and manage the activities of the office in a professional, confidential and efficient manner.
• Co-ordinate meetings, conferences and appointments for the smooth running of the day.
• Ensure all activities and co-ordination are set up timeously and accurately.
• Co-ordinate, plan and manage the diaries, travel arrangements and expense claim reports in a proactive and efficient manner.
• Schedule cross functional and exec meetings as needed.
• Manage and co-ordinate the preparation of reports and presentations.
• Deal with non-routine matters, such as special projects, with minimum specific instructions.
• Manage and create purchase requisitions and service entries on SAP for all related expenses and travel.
• Manage and co-ordinate all related admin needed for the management of the division.
• Monitoring of Divisional Headcount.
• Support with Budget process and monitoring thereof.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• NQF Level 5 (240 credits – level 8 framework).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as Admin support.
• Administration & Coordination.
• Proficient on SAP, including Concur.
• Knowledge and understanding of the motor industry.
• Exceptional telephone & email etiquette.

COMPETENCIES & IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS:

• Accurate Information gathering and analysis.
• Awareness and commitment to our mission.
• Awareness of situations and decisiveness.
• Communication and sharing of mid to long term plans.
• Creation of innovation vision.
• Establishing framework and systems for organizational review.
• Feedback of evaluation and long-term development of others.
• Strategic review of work methods.
• Negotiation and good communication.
• Relationship building.
• Motivating & integrating.

Specialist IT Finance/Costing Systems

Posting Date:  28 Aug 2024

Req ID:  2817

Job Family:  Information Technology

Department: 

Building Address:  Prospecton, Durban

Province:  KwaZulu-Natal

Type of Hire:  Permanent

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The incumbent of this position will fulfill the necessary requirements within the Company to meet the objectives with regards to:

• Design, configuration, deployment and maintenance of system-based solutions
• Analysing current business processes and system functionality
• Project managing system development, updates and major changes
• Liaising with the Software Development team regarding system projects and Kaizens
• Systems error resolution, testing, user preparation and training
• Trouble-shooting functionality and transaction problems that occur on the system and finding resolutions.
• Regularly meeting with team members to report progress, raise issues and brainstorm solutions
• Supporting team members and collaborating by clearly communicating expectations, progress, constraints, and resolutions
• Provide system support on call
• Compliance with internal and external audit, governance and security requirements including SOX, Popia and ITGC

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Stable systems and infrastructure
• Kaizen, maintenance and system support
• Allocation and support of IT FICO projects, service and kaizen requests
• Preparation and execution of project plans
• Coordination of meetings with external suppliers
• Feedback on project status at Team and Obeya meetings
• KPI and Goal tracking
• Ensure POPI compliance
• Ensure SOX and ITGC compliance
• Ensure a safe working environment
• Attending team meetings and workshops and contributing ideas and comments
• Continuously developing his/her competency through attending training programmes, self-study, reading and networking with internal and external peers and keeping IDP up to date
• Supporting team members and collaborating by clearly communicating expectations, progress, constraints, and resolutions
• Performing required administrative requirements such as reports, time sheets, leave requests, performance progress feedback and general requests

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• NQF6 qualification (360 credits) in Information Technology, Information Sciences, Cost Accounting or Financial Accounting
• Minimum 5 – 8 years Information Technology or Finance Costing systems/solutions work experience
• SAP Certification in FI/CO modules will be advantageous
• Must have SAP experience in FI/CO SAP Modules
• Knowledge of TSAM global and local systems
• Relevant MS Office Modules
• Report writing skills
• People management skills

COMPETENCIES:

• Accurate Information Gathering and Analysis
• Awareness and Commitment to our Mission
• Awareness of Situations and Decisiveness
• Communication and Sharing of Mid to Long Term Plans
• Creation of Innovation Vision
• Establishing Framework and Systems for Organisational Learning
• Feedback of Evaluation Results and Long-Term Development of Individuals
• Perseverance
• Strategic Reallocation of Resources and Review of Work Methods
• Suitable Assignment and Objective Performance Review

THIS APPOINTMENT WILL BE MADE IN LINE WITH THE COMPANY’S EMPLOYMENT EQUITY POLICY

Closing Date:     04 September  2024

Assistant Manager: C & A Planning & Projects

Posting Date:  28 Aug 2024

Req ID:  2551

Job Family:  Marketing

Department: 

Building Address:  Sandton, Johannesburg

Province:  Gauteng

Type of Hire:  Permanent

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reporting to the Manager: C&A Planning & Projects, the incumbent of this position will fulfil the necessary requirements within the Customer Services Division to support the Conversions & Accessories functions in support of the C&A products planning and sales.

The role will support the Manager: C&A Planning & Projects with overall product planning, project management, schedule management, marketing plan and overall communication coordination. Plans project activities for allocated new models (FMC/MMC/SMC) to ensure project delivery for Marketing, Purchasing & Engineering functions.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Market Research
• Product Strategy
• CAPA preparation
• Project Schedule (Creation & Management)
• Import accessory identification & selection.
• Purchasing (Supplier take-on, RFQ, Part number creation, Master data, Pricing)
• Dealer bulletin
• Export business management
• Sales & PNUR tracking and reporting
• PDCA
• Sales enhancement campaigns where necessary
• PB Replies
• Pricing management
• Budget planning and control of the Planning Budget

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• NQF Level 5 (240 credits on level 8 framework) qualification in Marketing/Business Management/Supply Chain/Engineering/Project Management, or related.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in related field.
• Relevant motor industry experience will be advantageous.
• Experience in project management is essential.
• PC Literacy (MS Office package) & Microsoft Teams familiarity.
• Experience in sales and product/project planning advantageous.

COMPETENCIES:

• Innovative ideas
• Analytical skills
• Perseverance
• Project management
• Establish framework and systems for organizational learning
• Continuous improvement mind-set
• People Management Skills
• Prioritization & Allocation of Resources
• Assertiveness
• Goal driven
• Integrity

IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS:

• Strategic thinking
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication (both written and verbal)
• Analytical thinking
• Initiative
• People management
• Teamwork

Manager Marketing: Corporate, Product & Internal Comms

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Corporate Communications, the incumbent of this position will fulfil the necessary requirements within the Marketing Division to support the Marketing Communications functions in support of Corporate & Product Comms. Development of public relations strategy and overseeing internal communications. This includes the initiation, planning, managing, evaluation of and reporting on the ensuing interventions or events. Writing of press releases, administration of press kits, general comment and any other corporate communication and the dissemination thereof. Acting as spokesperson and brand ambassador of the brand.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Management of selected product-related communication with media and other stakeholders
• Development and distribution of selected product-related communication to media and other stakeholders i.e. Media Releases, Media Responses and product updates, Product Photography and videography Direction, Briefing documents for spokespersons – Media interviews, Development and delivery of Product and Brand Presentations and Development of Product Content i.e. Fact Sheets, Hot Sheets
• Includes development of PR strategies for the Product and overall Brand
• Logistics Planning and Media Launch Plans
• Managing PR and Internal Communication for Partnership and Sponsorship Projects
• Responsible for Digital Media and Lifestyle Media Relations Strategy
• Media clipping analysis
• Manage Media Clipping Service Scope of Work and Manage Service Provider
• Publicity Reports for EXCO- monthly
• Drafting of Media Releases / Statements
• Explore opportunities to leverage Product PR across all communication/media channels
• On-going relationship building with key lifestyle and product media and partners
• Negotiating and finalising contract terms and outputs of agreements entered into with partners and suppliers
• Seek opportunities for innovative ways to leverage Product and overall Brand image
• Seek opportunities for mutually beneficial sponsors and partners to increase Product and Brand awareness
• Cross-functional and collaborative project management and task delegation
• End-to-end project management: Manage all activities from the various areas for assigned special projects including communications, advertising, sponsorships, social media, sales, technical, training etc.
• Cross-functional and collaborative project management and task delegation
• Development and enacting of overall corporate public relations strategy, including development or coordination of various communication elements. Strategy to be developed based on:
• A clear understanding of the corporate identity, goals and challenges;
• A clear understanding of the company’s products and services;
• A clear understanding of media channels and their various requirements;
• An understanding of corporate communication and internal communication requirements.
• Managing Corporate PR
• Reputation Management (essential)
• Oversight of internal communications strategies and events rollout
• Mentor and guide internal comms assistant manager

• Executive liaison:
• Facilitate interviews
• Speechwriting
• Relationship building
• Support to Corporate Comms Senior Manager
• Edit, manage publications:Assisting in corporate publications, acting as liaison between various role players, offering editorial assistance and writing
• Cost management, people development:Management of budget for internal and external communication projects,
• People management – development of people within team to unlock potential

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• NQF Level 6 (Minimum 360 credits on level 8 framework) qualification in Marketing, Public Relations / Communications or Journalism-related
• Relevant motor industry experience will be advantageous
• Experience in project management and Communication both verbal and written is essential
• 5-7 years of work experience in Public Relations / Communications is essential
• PC Literacy (MS Office package) & Microsoft Teams familiarity

COMPETENCIES:

• Decision making
• Innovative ideas
• Analytical skills
• Perseverance
• Project management
• Integrity

IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS:

• Strategic thinking
• Attention to detail
• Good communication (both written and verbal)
• Analytical thinking
• Initiative
• People management

Manager Marketing Planning (2 Years Temp Contract)

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reporting to a Senior Manager of Marketing Planning, this position will focus on product and marketing planning. This position forms part of the Sales & Marketing Group and is based in Johannesburg.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• New and current model planning – market trends analysis, specification, volumes and market share, price image
• Marketing strategy compilation and team briefings – competitor analysis, target customer, product positioning
• Marketing plan coordination
• Product brief, marketing brief, specification sheet and dealer bulletin preparation
• Market research – initiation, usage, and additional requirement identification
• Product presentations
• Product project management
• Market trends analysis and reporting
• Overseeing an Assistant Manager’s portfolio

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• NQF Level 6 (360 credits – 8 level framework) qualification in Marketing or related qualification
• Relevant motor industry experience (±4 years)
• Experience in project management will be advantageous.
• PC Literacy (MS Office package)

COMPETENCIES:

• Decision making
• Innovative ideas
• Analytical skills
• Perseverance
• Project management
• Integrity

IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS:

• Strategic thinking
• Attention to detail
• Good communication (both written and verbal)
• Analytical thinking
• Initiative
• People management

Senior Co-Ord Corporate Affairs C S R

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Senior Coordinator: CSR will be responsible for all activities relating to the corporate social responsibilities of Toyota South Africa Motors (Pty) Ltd [“TSAM”] that will ensure that TSAM has a positive impact on the communities we work with.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Conduct high level Strategic planning in line with Global direction in align to CCD.
• Develop a strong working knowledge of Toyota systems and use them in line with the sourcing activity and daily operations management.
• Support with the co-creation, managing and implementing various CSR programs that is aligned into TSAMs CSR pillars.
• Project Management – Track, support & provide direction to scope of community development in relation to Sourcing, Cost management (Cost follow activities) and system management.
• Promote the identification & proposal of potential new NPOs & PBOs in line with the company’s strategic objectives (Medium to Long term).  
• Administration Strategy management ensuring compliance, governance & adherence to ESG requirements.
• Ensure that NPOs, PBOs carry our brand and adhere to the Best Practices.
• Liaise between suppliers, relevant internal departments, various external bodies.
• Attend meetings, conferences, and gala dinners.
• Support with annual Budget preparation to ensure the monitoring & reporting at quarterly project meetings as well as to achieve TSAM financial targets.
• Prepare progress reports on various CSR activities.
• People Management & development by agreeing & reviewing performance and development of objectives, as well as providing the necessary support for required training.
• Manage & Lead staff according to the Companies Policies and Procedures.
• Handle any queries that may arise.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• NQF 5 level qualification (240 credits – level 8 framework) in Social Science / Community Development
• Minimum 5 years Social Investment and Community Development experience
• Relevant experience in a Manufacturing / Project Management within the Automotive/Manufacturing Industry
• Good understanding of CSI within automotive landscape
• Relationship building
• Financial and budget principles
• Computer Literacy – Excel (advanced) Word, PowerPoint (intermediate), outlook & SAP.
• Track record of leadership abilities.
• Relevant costing experience
• Clear understanding of the basic conditions of employment act.

COMPETENCIES:

• Decision making
• Innovative ideas
• Analytical skills
• Perseverance
• Project management
• Integrity

IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS:

• Strategic & Analytical thinking
• Good communication (both written and verbal)
• Initiative
• Relationship management
• Time management
• Budget management
• Attention to detail

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All the best with your applications.