Graduate Trainee Openings at Toyota -(5 Positions)

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

• Toyota invites graduates to share in a journey aimed at producing future leaders through its exciting Graduate Programme.
• Toyota is based in Durban and Johannesburg, with the opportunity of a structured journey with wide career progression in various sectors.
• The Toyota Way Pillars of Continuous Improvement and Respect for people are the foundation of the Graduate Programme which strives to develop excelling individuals through a combination of 70% on-the-job development, 20% classroom training and 10% mentorship.

SUPPORT PROVIDED

• Rotation - Incumbents are exposed to a variety of disciplines and projects.
• Training - World class TOYOTA learning and problem solving concepts.
• Employee Assistance - Access to a wide variety of services such as: Study assistance, Car benefits, Relocation, Competitive salary packages, Subsidised canteen facilities and Employee health services.
• Performance Management - Competency and value driven performance management system aimed at developing future leaders.

WHO CAN APPLY

• Applicants must have completed the required qualification in the following disciplines only:
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics
• Electrical Engineering

Qualifications: National Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics
• Electrical Engineering

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Individuals who are agile learners and who are committed to self-development.
• Individuals who demonstrate leadership qualities.
• Individuals who share our values.
• Individuals who share our passion for change and improvement.
• Excellent Grade 12 results [Excellent Maths and English Proficiency]
• Excellent Tertiary academic average

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER MY APPLICATION?

Should you be successful, our recruiter will be in contact with you to complete a series of Assessments.
Assessments:

• Panel Virtual Interview
• Technical  Assessment 
• Psychometric Assessment

START DATE:

• The 2 year development programme starts in April 2022

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ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

• Toyota invites graduates to share in a journey aimed at producing future leaders through its exciting Graduate Programme.
• Toyota is based in Durban and Johannesburg, with the opportunity of a structured journey with wide career progression in various sectors.
• The Toyota Way Pillars of Continuous Improvement and Respect for people are the foundation of the Graduate Programme which strives to develop excelling individuals through a combination of 70% on-the-job development, 20% classroom training and 10% mentorship.

SUPPORT PROVIDED

• Rotation - Incumbents are exposed to a variety of disciplines and projects.
• Training - World class TOYOTA learning and problem solving concepts.
• Employee Assistance - Access to a wide variety of services such as: Study assistance, Car benefits, Relocation, Competitive salary packages, Subsidised canteen facilities and Employee health services.
• Performance Management - Competency and value driven performance management system aimed at developing future leaders.

WHO CAN APPLY

Applicants must have completed the required qualification in the following discipline only:

• Industrial/Organisational Psychology

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or Post Graduate Degree or Masters in:

• Industrial/Organistional Psychology

Location: This 24 months programme is based in Durban

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Individuals who are agile learners and who are committed to self-development.
• Individuals who demonstrate leadership qualities.
• Individuals who share our values.
• Individuals who share our passion for change and improvement.
• Excellent Grade 12 results [Excellent Maths and English Proficiency]
• Excellent Tertiary academic average

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER MY APPLICATION?

• Should you be successful, our recruiter will be in contact with you to complete a series of Assessments.

Assessments:

• Panel Virtual Interview
• Psychometric Assessment

START DATE:

The 2 year development programme starts in May 2022

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

The above position exists in the PUD Commercial Division responsible for OE Parts. The incumbent will be responsible for the functions listed below:

Optimum Component and Raw Material Sourcing

• Analyse and create cost estimates
• Develop global understanding and expertise of relevant component sources
• Sourcing to be in line with TSAM preferential suppliers, prioritising BBBEE compliant suppliers

Cost Management

• Analyse and create cost estimates to ensure best cost to TSAM incl Benchmarking
• Identification & follow through of manufacturing improvements, cost reduction and localisation ideas/potential
• Regular presentations on Suppliers cost reduction activities as well as plans to achieve targets

Project Management

• Creation of detail activity plans, regular follow up & reporting on progress
• Lead cross functionally studies,  ensuring project milestone achievement (Cost & timing)

Supplier Management, Governance & Administration

• Represent TSAM as the key Commercial window
• Undertake a Project Approach to all Commercial aspects of the Purchasing function
• Utilise broad analytical knowledge in order to prepare Budgets, accruals & other related commercial items
• Ensure all company policies & procedures are adhered to (Compliance)

People development & adhoc functions

• Act as mentor/coach to selected individuals ensuring required skill level knowledge transfer
• Support/Act in surrounding posts when required

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum NQF 6 (Engineering/Commercial/Supply chain)
• Computer Literacy: Microsoft Systems and SAP
• Preferred 3-5 years Purchasing experience (Automotive/Manufacturing)
• Project management experience

COMPETENCIES:

• Accurate information gathering and analysis.
• Awareness and commitment to our vision.
• Awareness of situations and decisiveness.
• Communication and sharing of mid to long term plans.
• Creation of innovative vision.
• Establishing framework and systems for organizational review.
• Feedback of evaluation results and long term development of others.
• Perseverance.
• Strategic re-allocation of resources and review of work methods.
• Suitable assignment and objective performance review.

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Systematic analysis of current external issues in KZN related to Industry, Regulatory, political &Fiscal,
• Sakiyomi: Foreseeing, anticipating, reading and analysing future external issues in KZN related to Industry, Regulatory, political &Fiscal,
• Regular and proactive identification of shifts in the external environment.
• Regular & proactive future trend identification.
• Impact analysis with quantification of identified movements and trends in the external environment.
• Value added reporting of issues and business impact.
• Ensure that TSAM proactively engages with key stakeholders in the KZN region.
• Establish & promote two-way communication between KZN Provincial Gov. Officials and TSAM representatives.
• Establish & promote two-way communication between eThekwini Municipality Officials and TSAM representatives.
• Establish & promote two-way communication between academic institutions in KZN and TSAM representatives.
• Attend and actively participate in Government events, industry conferences and other events.
• Develop and maintain a KZN Provincial Government affairs and eThekwini events calendar.
• Develop & maintain a stakeholder relationship management / key contacts database.
• Act as TSAM liaison between Provincial and Local Government, business forums, industry bodies, and academic institutions.
• Represent TSAM at various special interest group events.
• Facilitate Provincial, Local Government and City engagements with TSAM Exec.
• Liaise with Business Planning department to prioritise issues.
• Develop advocacy strategies in response to prioritised issues in the KZN region.
• Ensure internal consensus ‘one voice’ regarding prioritized issues.
• Advocate TSAM position on issues in the KZN region.
• Actively seek opportunities to showcase TSAM and elevate TSAM corporate reputation
• Develop the skill and competencies of team members through O.J.D
• Coach & mentor junior team members.
• Responsible for team leadership and performance management.
• Regular benchmarking to incorporate best practice.
• Ensure that team members receive required training.
• Encourage team members to kaizen work processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 3 year B degree (NQF 6 (360 credits) on level 8 framework)
• 3-5  years of work experience in government lobbying and public affairs
• Oral & Written communication
• Social Perceptiveness
• Persuasion
• Negotiation
• Active Learning
• Independence
• Relationship building  

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 innovative vision
• Establishing framework and systems for organisational review
• Feedback of evaluation results and long-term development of others
• Perseverance
• Strategic re-allocation of resources and review of work methods
• Suitable assignment and objective performance review

Closing Date: 5th, April 2022

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ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

• Toyota invites graduates to share in a journey aimed at producing future leaders through its exciting Graduate Programme.
• Toyota is based in Durban and Johannesburg, with the opportunity of a structured journey with wide career progression in various sectors.
• The Toyota Way Pillars of Continuous Improvement and Respect for people are the foundation of the Graduate Programme which strives to develop excelling individuals through a combination of 70% on-the-job development, 20% classroom training and 10% mentorship.

SUPPORT PROVIDED

• Rotation - Incumbents are exposed to a variety of disciplines and projects.
• Training - World class TOYOTA learning and problem solving concepts.
• Employee Assistance - Access to a wide variety of services such as: Study assistance, Car benefits, Relocation, Competitive salary packages, Subsidised canteen facilities and Employee health services.
• Performance Management - Competency and value driven performance management system aimed at developing future leaders.

WHO CAN APPLY

Applicants must have completed the required qualification in the following discipline only:

• Human resources

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Degree in:

• Human resources

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Individuals who are agile learners and who are committed to self-development.
• Individuals who demonstrate leadership qualities.
• Individuals who share our values.
• Individuals who share our passion for change and improvement.
• Excellent Grade 12 results [Excellent Maths and English Proficiency]
• Excellent Tertiary academic average

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER MY APPLICATION?

• Should you be successful, our recruiter will be in contact with you to complete a series of Assessments.

Assessments:

• Panel Virtual Interview
• Technical  Assessment 
• Psychometric Assessment

START DATE:

• The 2 year development programme starts in April 2022