WHO WE ARE

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.
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WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Toyota’s Business Planning & Innovation Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated R&D Internal Communications Specialist.
The primary responsibility of this role is to develop and manage internal communications and systems related to R&D and Michigan site announcements and events, R&D presentation content, and internal marketing.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, the person in this role will support the Business Planning & Innovation department’s objective to enable R&D to achieve our strategic vision and goals, fostering and engaging Team Members in a culture that embodies the Toyota Way.

• Develop and implement the Annual R&D Communications Plan, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Create and deploy “All Team” communications and weekly newsletters, including content creation, editing, and publishing.
• Consult on and develop promotional materials, such as R&D one sheets, recruiting brochures, and informational pieces related to R&D activities.
• Design presentation materials, including graphics and speech writing for R&D overviews.
• Manage communication tools, including digital monitors, newsletter platforms, and the corporate calendar.
• Serve as the central contact for R&D SharePoint, overseeing management and continuous improvement of the R&D Hub.
• Maintain relationships with Corporate Communications and other divisions to support ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Track and manage events and communication KPIs, contributing to cultural initiatives and kaizen activities.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and collaborate with parties across the company.
• Strong verbal, written, visual communication skills.