Technical Product Owner at Toyota North America Plano, TX

Overview Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world‑changing company—delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what’s possible. At TFS, you will help create best‑in‑class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment. To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment‑based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time. This position is based in Plano, TX. Who We’re Looking For The TFS Banking and Commercial Lending team is seeking a highly motivated Product Owner to join. The Product Owner (PO) will be responsible for defining the mission and priorities that drive efficiencies, innovation, and improvements to support building the right things to solve customer problems that meet business goals. What You’ll Be Doing The position requires regular and effective partnership with data, technology, executive leadership, legal and compliance, business operations, and other domains to enhance technology and process modernization. This involves leading quality delivery of capabilities, software development, and/or data reporting while mitigating Toyota’s risk exposure. A PO is responsible for maximizing the return on investment, enabling business value/results, and managing stakeholder expectations. The PO’s Main Responsibilities End‑to‑end product ownership, business process design, and product roadmap execution. Lead the factory product roadmap and release planning, refining a robust backlog using agile best practices. Solve for dependencies and resource needs. Serve as a change agent who will regularly interact and influence decision making of management, stakeholders, and team members as needed. Collaborate with other factories to help define and deliver solutions and capabilities that result in the highest business value. Define and track metrics to focus on business value realization throughout the product lifecycle. Work with the Business Domain Owner to ensure the highest value is being delivered for funding received and will plan resources, manage financials, and vendor relationships. Actively lead and participate in factory and domain ceremonies and executive meetings. Participate in industry trade organizations and/or attend conferences, training events, etc. to stay on top of business and technology trends. Build, manage and maintain vendor and partner relationships (with platform providers, integrators, DMS providers, etc.). What You Bring Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited 4‑year college or university; and/or related commensurate experience. 5+ years of relevant / progressive work experience (in a similar field and/or industry). Proven experience in requirement gathering & analysis, project management AND/OR related environment. Experience working with technical teams and operating in an agile environment. Strong strategic thinking skills and business acumen. Understanding of financial analysis and lending terms. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage across multiple internal & external groups. Added bonus if you have Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) is preferred. 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. 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. Toyota is proud to have over 10 different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dart Solutions