Business Planning & Channel Support Specialist - Document Scanners & Specialty Printer
About the Role
Canon USA in Melville, NY is currently seeking a Business Planning & Channel Support Specialist – Document Scanners & Specialty Printer. This role is responsible for developing and executing business planning, inventory and procurement control, and supporting B2B partners in the US market to maximize sales performance, optimize inventory, and ensure successful product launches. The position requires analytical capabilities, cross-functional collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively with internal and external members.
The role is full time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring in-office presence Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, with the option to work from home the remainder of the week unless specific business needs require in-office attendance on other days. Work schedules and office reporting requirements may change based on business needs.
Your Impact
Business Planning for Scanner and Specialty Printer
- Conduct market, competitor, and channel analysis across the US market
- Develop strategic plans
- Support budgeting and monthly business reviews
- Create and improve demand forecasts
- Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
- Inventory management
- Procurement control
- Process improvement
US B2B Channel Partner Support
- Support key B2B partners (e.g., Reseller/Direct Marketer/Dealer/WTS)
- Analyze POS and inventory data to identify growth opportunities
- Plan and execute channel promotions and marketing programs
- Optimize online product pages and digital assets
- Coordinate new product launch planning with partners
- Identify and resolve issues related to demand shifts or inventory imbalance
- Prepare sales performance reports and propose improvement actions
About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field preferred or equivalent experience required
- 3 to 5 years of related experience
- Experience working with multinational teams is highly desirable
- Proficiency with spreadsheet and business analytics tools
- Experience with MS Office and Google Workspace
- Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) is a plus
- Up to 25% travel is required
- Ability to work during peak periods or time-zone–shifted meetings when needed
- Must possess a clean, valid state driver’s license
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; compliance with company safety guidelines and policies is required
Compensation
$69,300 – $103,770 annually