Center Of Excellence Group Leader

Overview

Who we are

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, ‘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.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s North Carolina Battery Plant Manufacturing Department seeks a passionate and highly motivated Center Of Excellence (COE) Group Leader to support learning operations and workforce development for the Skills-Based Advancement (SBA) program.

The COE Group Leader supports the Center of Excellence Manager by overseeing workforce planning, SBA scheduling, learning systems, training, and reporting for 2,000+ team members across multiple shifts. The role coordinates with team members, instructors, assessors, Group Leaders, and management to execute SBA training and assessments, resolve system and registration issues, and develop automated reporting solutions using Power BI, Power Query, and VBA. The position also leads process improvement initiatives, supports employee development and training needs, and tracks post-training performance and effectiveness.

This position will need flexible hours to support day and night shift training and scheduling operations.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage SBA training and assessment schedules for 600+ team members weekly across multiple shifts
• Coordinate instructors, assessors, rooms, registrations, and training records
• Develop workforce planning, reporting, and automation using Power BI, Power Query, VBA, and Excel
• Monitor training progress, capacity, utilization, and workforce readiness
• Resolve LMS, data, scheduling, and transcript issues through root-cause analysis
• Drive process improvements and system enhancements across SBA operations
• Partner with team members and leadership to support successful SBA execution

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience

• Experience in workforce planning, training, scheduling, and multi-shift operations

• Strong Power BI, Power Query, Excel, and VBA skills

• Strong communication, visualization, and technical problem-solving abilities

• Ability to lead strategically and collaborate cross-functionally

• Strong organization, mentoring, and employee-development skills

• Working knowledge of Skills Based Assessment (SBA) processes or Workforce Planning

Added bonus if you have

• TBP Panel completion

• Manufacturing experience

• Kaizen/continuous improvement experience

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 (if applicable)
• 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.

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.

About Us

At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality.

Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move.

We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place.

Career Possibilities:

Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working.

Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better. If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.