Business Operations Manager

We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company! With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities. We are looking for The Right One to join our team! What's In It For You? Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities Paid Time Off Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits (Low Premiums!) Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 14 Paid Company Holidays 401(k) with Company Contribution Educational Tuition Reimbursement Summary To lead and manage overall section operations reporting to section head. Provide guidance and support to section members by promoting a positive culture to enhance moral and motivation of the team. Achieve set KPI, financial targets, and work towards growing the business. What You'll Do Provides leadership in problem solving and improvement activities for all employees. Address issues and report promptly and proactively by applying "bad news first" policy. The Manager will be given a level of authority to influence business decisions with consultation and alignment with upper management, thus it is expected to be accountable for the section's overall business outcomes and results. Monitors safety, environmental issues, quality and productivity of all operations, including the partners and suppliers' performance, to ensure that they are compliant with all company standards. Mentors, hires, trains, coaches, reviews, and supervises employees to be a high performing team. Develop plans for succession planning. Operates under the direction of "One Team, One Mission" mindset. Motivates the team by implementing shared values such as Clear Communication, Right First Time, Speed in Execution and Entrepreneurial Spirit. Prepares annual targets, objectives, and budget. Create sections annual budgets and formulate sales strategies and activities to achieve the plan. Reports monthly performance budget vs. actual to the SBU head and provide explanations and corrective actions for any gaps in budget vs. actual result. Prepares, distributes and leads future strategic plans for groups. Regularly evaluate and adjust strategies based on results. Monitor internal and external factors that could impact the business. Use of strategic tools, i.e., SWOT Analysis, Porters 5 Forces & others, in providing market and business analysis. Create effective and practicable Business Models with a strong Value Architectures to deliver a rewarding Contributions in Environment, Social and Financial Returns. Conduct timely employee reviews and setting of clear objectives. What You Need Bachelors Degree in either Engineering, International Trade, Finance, Business, or equivalent. At least 3-5 years of experience in a people and business management role. Preferably in automotive industry. Travel Up to 25% including some international. Shift Time M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm Pay $95k - $105k Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! It is the policy and commitment of the company to maintain a work environment that provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all its employees and applicants. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital/domestic partner status, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other applicable lawfully protected basis. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. We seek to employ individuals qualified for a position by virtue of job-related educational standards, training, experience, and personal qualifications. Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. (TAI) is a multi-market, multi-business enterprise which has been operating in North America for over 60 years. Based on both the heritage and the global vision of our parent company, Toyota Tsusho Corporation, we have greatly expanded upon our traditional trading business model by developing new manufacturing, intermediate goods processing, and logistics activities in United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. TAI is a North American leader in procurement, processing, recycling, and supply chain management, with deep expertise in the automotive sector. With a team of over 8,000, TAI delivers value on every level, addressing business and social challenges and driving innovative, sustainable solutions for a better future. Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can learn and grow to your full potential! We're looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of innovation and who enjoy working as a team to create a satisfying outcome for our customers! Be The Right One The Right ONE for you: The best assurance of safety, quality, and reliability - based on your needs (Genba) The Right ONE for us: Maximization of individual capabilities, global networks and diversity to create synergistic strengths The Right ONE for future: Unique insights and capabilities to explore new possibilities for future and sustainable society Toyota Tsusho America's business spans a wide range of fields. We have organized our business under seven operating divisions. Metal Plus Circular Economy Digital Solutions Supply Chain Mobility Green Infrastructure Lifestyle Though different in the products and services they provide, these divisions share the same goal of creating and delivering diverse value by developing unique functions from a dedicated customer-oriented approach. Each division maintains highly specialized expertise and leverages unique capabilities in its respective field. At the same time, the divisions combine their know-how and capabilities to generate synergy and create new value.