Information Technology Specialist - Microsoft Power Platform

Overview

Information Technology Specialist - Microsoft Power Platform at Toyota Boshoku America. This role designs, develops, and implements automation solutions and system integrations to improve efficiency and productivity across the organization.

• Act as a Subject matter expert (SME) for Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot Studio, Fabric, and related technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable automation solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot Studio, Azure AI, and other technologies.
• Perform end-to-end process analysis, identify automation opportunities, and provide recommendations for process improvements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including functional requirements, project plans, process workflow diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Develop, unit test, assist in UAT, and implement automation for new processes across TBA locations.
• Troubleshoot production issues and revise automations to ensure accuracy and efficiency and sustained benefit realization.
• Work with business stakeholders and management to gather feedback and optimize automation solutions for performance and scalability.
• Anticipate risks in automation and develop testing and implementation standards/processes based on prior issues.
• Help establish standards and process guidance, ensure compliance, and support the TBA Automation COE (Center of Excellence).
• Own and maintain the roadmap of automation activities and complete management reporting as requested (e.g., backlog, KPIs).
• Develop an understanding of current TBA systems and processes, identify improvements, evaluate priorities, and manage project activities.
• Stay informed on modern technologies and potential automation solutions for consideration at TBA locations.
• Train or assist team members in automation efforts, including citizen developers.
• Maintain effective communication with consulting resources, functional TMs, and process owners.
• Collaborate with TBA TMs to ensure activities align with established standards and change management.
• Partner with TB group companies to share ideas and best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Greater than six (6) years of relevant experience and academic preparation or ten (10) years of relevant experience.
• Greater than three (3) years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, Power BI/ MS Fabric, Copilot Studio).
• Working knowledge of Power Fx, Python, JSON, HTML, CSS, XML.
• Strong knowledge and experience in integrating with ERP systems and other interfacing applications via API and custom connectors.
• Strong database, data modelling and visualization skills (Power BI or similar).
• Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals / Power Platform Developer Certifications.
• Working knowledge/experience in the Azure AI platform.
• Experience with Oracle EBS (12.2.10) system.
• Toyota Tier 1 or other OEM Tier 1 system development experience.

• Basic math skills; good presentation and communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail; leadership and self-starting work ethic.
• Strong organization, planning, analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Ability to escalate issues appropriately and collaborate across levels of the organization.
• Excellent scheduling, collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with resources and tools in a multicultural environment; function independently or with good judgment in a team.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Japanese or Spanish is helpful but not required.

• Strong skills with Microsoft Office, Windows, and standard office applications.
• Proficiency in low code/no code development tools is a plus.
• Experience with Oracle EBS, BI systems is a plus.

• Must be willing to travel up to 20% of the time between the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and South America.

Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods; occasional lifting up to 30 pounds; travel by automobile and airplane as required.

This job description identifies the general nature and level of work performed and is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities. The role requires the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. This description does not alter the at-will employment relationship.

EOE

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Information Technology

Industries:
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Travel: up to 20% of the time

Location:

Erlanger, KY (reference postings may appear in Cincinnati, OH)