--- title: 'Procurement Manager at Woven by Toyota' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/procurement-manager-woven-by-toyota-tokyo-nrwtpk724rb4' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Procurement Manager at Woven by Toyota - **Company:** Woven by Toyota - **Location:** Tokyo, Japan - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-06-18 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/woven-by-toyota/11d79abb-d5d9-4dc4-976c-19df95ce9ee7 ## Job description ## 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. ========================================================================= ## TEAM To ensure the success of the company, it is essential to maintain healthy relationships with our suppliers and grow together as mutually trusting partners. Global Procurement is the department responsible for supplier relationship management, overseeing the entire supply chain, and managing the end-to-end procurement process for goods and services. We work in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to support supplier selection, RFP/RFQ processes, negotiations, and contract execution, ensuring that procurement aligns with the goals of each team. Beyond day-to-day procurement activities, we also actively drive strategic initiatives such as spend analysis, process optimization, and system improvements. By continuously strengthening our relationships with suppliers, we aim to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and create sustainable value that positively impacts the entire organization. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? We are looking for an individual who is passionate about making a meaningful and lasting impact within the Global Procurement and Supply Chain team at Woven by Toyota. As a Procurement Manager, you will proactively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders across global locations — from senior leadership to operational staff —to gain a deep understanding of on-the-ground challenges, and translate those insights into more agile processes while continuously driving supplier strategy improvements. We welcome candidates who are passionate about leading global, cross-functional projects that leverage AI and cutting-edge technologies to improve operational efficiency, enhance internal customer satisfaction, and foster a culture of continuous improvement (Kaizen). Furthermore, we are seeking individuals who deeply resonate with our fundamental belief in treating suppliers as equal partners — built on mutual trust and a shared commitment to growing together — and who can embody that philosophy in their day-to-day work. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Partner with the business team to understand their needs and to define and manage a roadmap aligned with long‑term business strategies. - Lead the full RFP lifecycle, from requirements and issuance to evaluation, negotiation, award, and supplier onboarding. - Design and implement solutions that address procurement challenges and improve the customer experience. - Lead complex projects end‑to‑end, including testing, rollout, and post‑implementation reviews. - Drive automation across the procurement lifecycle using RPA and AI to improve efficiency and accuracy. - Utilize Power BI dashboards and reports to track spend and generate insights for sourcing and cost optimization. - Enhance compliance to adhere with regulations and internal policies to mitigate legal, financial, and operational risks. - Develop and deliver training to employees to strengthen negotiation, category management, and digital tool adoption. - Act as a liaison between procurement, finance, legal, and other teams to align on processes and policies. ## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Strong academic record, with a Bachelor's degree or above from university or institutions. - Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management. - Experience driving cross-functional projects. - Familiar with ERP and Procurement tools such as Oracle and SAP. - Excellent communication skills in both English and Japanese. - Excellent stakeholder management at all levels across a diverse environment. - Understanding of at least Japanese regulatory requirements related to procurement activities. ## NICE TO HAVES - Experience in business process mapping and technology roadmap development. - Hands-on experience with AI and automation technologies such as RPA. - Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI. - Experience in change management, including the ability to influence company-wide process transformation, and design and deliver training programs. - Knowledge of procurement compliance and risk management. - Fundamental knowledge of relevant departments (e.g., Legal, Finance). ========================================================================= 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. ## About Woven by Toyota ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Woven by Toyota is a wholly owned Toyota subsidiary that develops software-driven mobility technologies, including an automotive software platform, automated driving systems, and the Woven City test course. - **Entity Type**: Private (wholly owned subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation) - **Headquarters**: Tokyo, Japan (US offices in Palo Alto, CA; Seattle, WA; Ann Arbor, MI; Brooklyn, NY) - **Founded**: April 2023 (predecessor company Toyota Research Institute-Advanced Development, Inc. was established in March 2018) - **Founders**: Not applicable (subsidiary; the company was formed from Toyota’s internal R&D unit) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Automotive software, mobility technology, automated driving, cloud infrastructure - **Target customers**: B2B primarily – automotive OEMs, Toyota Group companies, and mobility ecosystem partners - **Mission**: “To challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation.” - **Purpose**: Drive the future of movement and enhance well-being for all ## Products & Services - **[Arene](https://woven.toyota/en/)**: A state-of-the-art software platform that unifies and accelerates automotive software development (SaaS/platform). - **[Automated Driving](https://woven.toyota/en/)**: AI- and data-driven automated driving technologies designed to pursue zero traffic accidents (software/hardware). - **[Woven City](https://woven.toyota/en/)**: A test course for mobility where Weavers and Inventors co-create new mobility products and services (physical testbed). - **[Cloud & AI Infrastructure](https://woven.toyota/en/)**: Foundational infrastructure for cross-company collaboration, providing tools, resources, and workflows for internal and partner teams (internal platform). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (wholly owned subsidiary; not independently valued) - **Key Metric**: ~2,500 employees (as of 2026) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: 100% owned by Toyota Motor Corporation; collaborates with Toyota Group companies and external mobility partners. - **Growth Signals**: Rapid headcount growth from predecessor (TRI-AD) to ~2,500; expansion of Woven City and Arene platform; multiple US office locations (Palo Alto, Seattle, Ann Arbor, Brooklyn). ## Competitive Advantages - **Toyota Group backing**: Access to decades of automotive craftsmanship, safety standards, and global manufacturing scale. - **Human-centric innovation**: Focus on safety, quality, and responsible innovation as core differentiators. - **Unique testbed**: Woven City provides a real-world environment to validate mobility technologies. - **Cross-functional culture**: “Kakezan” (multiplication) – combining diverse strengths across global teams. ## Strategic Focus - **Current priorities**: Scaling the Arene platform, advancing automated driving capabilities, and operationalizing Woven City as a co-creation hub. - **Direction**: Transforming Toyota from an automaker into a mobility company; achieving zero traffic accidents and expanding the definition of mobility. ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: Guided by “The 7 Threads” values – Drive Change for Others, Start the Momentum, Embrace Kakezan, etc. Emphasis on trust, mutual respect, and thoughtful debate. - **Remote/hybrid policy**: Hybrid options, no core hours, practices designed for global teams across time zones. - **Notable perks**: Mobility support (relocation assistance, cross-cultural guidance), opportunities to collaborate with engineers across the Toyota Group, hands-on cross-functional teamwork. - **Engineering culture**: Global by design (Japan, US, UK); open communication and shared ownership; focus on quality and speed. ## Sources 1. [woven.toyota – Careers](https://woven.toyota/en/careers/) 2. [woven.toyota – Company Profile](https://woven.toyota/en/company/profile/) 3. [woven.toyota – Homepage](https://woven.toyota/en/) 4. [woven.toyota – Company Overview](https://www.woven.toyota/en/company/) 5. 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