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Toyota Recognizes North American Suppliers For Excellence In Key Areas For 2023
YORK TOWNSHIP, Mich. (June 21, 2024) – Toyota Motor North America (‘Toyota’) has honoured its North American parts and components suppliers with awards for 2023. This annual recognition program acknowledges both direct and indirect suppliers who have consistently exceeded the company's expectations in various key areas. This year, Toyota presented a total of 69 awards.
Direct suppliers received "Performance" awards in Superior and Excellent classifications for their contributions in technology and development, supplier diversity, value improvement, VA achievement, quality, launch, and value chain promotion. Indirect suppliers were awarded Excellent Performance awards for achievements in cost improvement, diversity enhancement, technology and development, trades, motion, production services and construction, machinery, and equipment.
"We extend our gratitude to all our supplier partners and take pride in acknowledging those who have demonstrated exceptional performance," said Robert Young, group vice president of Purchasing Supplier Development at TMNA. Each year, Toyota suppliers are evaluated based on specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). While the award categories remain consistent, the number of awards varies annually based on a comprehensive internal scoring system.
Commitment to Quality
Toyota’s annual supplier recognition program exemplifies a commitment to fostering strong relationships grounded in a shared commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. Prospective suppliers interested in collaborating with Toyota for parts and components are invited to visit www.toyotasupplier.com for detailed information on the company’s purchasing policies, principles, and supplier diversity efforts.
About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for more than 65 years and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through its Toyota and Lexus brands. The company operates nearly 1,500 dealerships and directly employs more than 49,000 people in the U.S. These employees have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 34 million cars and trucks at nine manufacturing plants.
By 2025, Toyota’s 10th plant in North Carolina will begin manufacturing automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 29 electrified options. Through its Driving Possibilities initiative, the Toyota USA Foundation has committed to creating innovative educational programs within historically underserved and diverse communities near the company’s U.S. operating sites.
For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.
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