Senior Manager, Emissions Compliance Strategy
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LocationPlano, Texas
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentPortfolio & Compliance Strategy
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 30, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's degree required
Experience in regulatory affairs, compliance, product strategy, product development management and/or closely related areas
Broad understanding of North American automotive markets
Ability to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty while influencing senior leaders and executives
Proven success leading planning and research managers and professional staff
Experience developing and aligning cross-functional emission, regulatory and/or compliance strategies
General knowledge of GHG/CAFE/criteria pollutant emission, fleet compliance performance, and interconnected nature of fleetwide vehicle assessments
Demonstrated ability to build alignment across North American and global stakeholders
Engineering degree strongly preferred
Advanced degree or MBA
Significant experience working closely with research and development organizations
Consulting experience or progressively challenging experience leading professional staff
Experience with state (CARB) and federal regulatory agencies (EPA, NHTSA), environmental and/or safety non-profit groups
You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment now or in the future
Benefits
Professional growth programs
Tuition reimbursement
Vehicle purchase discount
Vehicle lease program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Wellness plans
401(k)
Retirement contribution
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Referral services
Health savings account
Health care FSA
Dependent care FSA
Relocation assistance
Overview
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.
Legal
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
About the role
Toyota’s Portfolio & Compliance Strategy Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Manager for the Compliance Strategy group.
The primary responsibility of this role is to lead development and alignment of North American emissions compliance strategies that balance customer needs, regulatory requirements, financial performance, and Toyota’s broader stakeholder priorities.
The person in this role will lead the Compliance Strategy team, build North American One Voice alignment among senior leaders, and work with Toyota Motor Corporation to secure support for regulatory assumptions, compliance plans, and the supporting product portfolio.
What you’ll be doing
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Lead the Compliance Strategy team and the development of the U.S. emissions compliance strategies (GHG, CAFE, and Tailpipe) across Sales, Regulatory Affairs, Government Affairs, Demand/Supply Management, R&D, production, and other business functions, fostering an innovative, customer-focused environment that enables team members to grow and perform at their best.
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Develop short, mid, long-term U.S., Canada, and Mexico emission strategies, and build North American One Voice alignment with region stakeholders and secure senior-management and TMC support for compliance plans through the global planning process.
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Assess the current and future product portfolio against regulatory, market, and societal trends; identify compliance and business risks and opportunities; and provide timely compliance analysis and recommendations to corporate annual planning processes. Additionally, communicate portfolio strategy impacts to Sales, Product Planning, Design, Finance, and R&D leaders.
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Support Regulatory and Government Affairs in external negotiation with federal and state governments regarding Toyota’s strategy to effectively influence future policies and regulations.
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Manage negotiation of emissions credit transactions with other automakers and facilitate the procurement of NA credit funding as required.
What you bring
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Bachelor’s degree required AND/OR commensurate experience. Engineering degree strongly preferred.
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Experience in regulatory affairs, compliance, , product strategy, product development management and/or closely related areas.
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Broad understanding of North American automotive markets.
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Ability to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty while influencing senior leaders and executives.
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Proven success leading planning and research managers and professional staff.
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Experience developing and aligning cross-functional emission, regulatory and/or compliance strategies.
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General knowledge of GHG/CAFE/criteria pollutant emission, fleet compliance performance, and interconnected nature of fleetwide vehicle assessments.
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Demonstrated ability to build alignment across North American and global stakeholders.
Added bonus if you have
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Advanced degree or MBA.
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Significant experience working closely with research and development organizations.
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Consulting experience or progressively challenging experience leading professional staff.
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Experience with state (CARB) and federal regulatory agencies (EPA, NHTSA), environmental and/or safety non-profit groups.
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:
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A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
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Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
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Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
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Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
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Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
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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)
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Paid holidays and paid time off
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Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
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Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
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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 [email protected].