Business Support & Planning Manager

About the role

The Business Support & Planning Manager II at Yamaha is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring operational and strategic financial and business plans that support the organization's growth objectives. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to analyze costs, identify opportunities for improvement, develop financial and operational forecasts, and drive strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, prepare, and manage annual budgeting, forecasts, and business and financial plans across departments and Business Units.
• Responsible for development and preparation of all monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements for DCU with a deep understanding of cost drivers.
• Analyze business performance, market trends, customer insights, and competitive activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Prepare financial models, business cases, and investment analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to enhance business performance.
• Work closely with Finance, Operations, and other business units to align strategic objectives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular performance reports to senior management.
• Develop executive presentations and reports for leadership meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA) is preferred.
• 6-9 years of experience in business planning, corporate strategy, financial planning, consulting, or a related field.
• 4-6 years experience in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects and strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data.
• Project/Change management and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and trade compliance software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA) is preferred.
• 6-9 years of experience in business planning, corporate strategy, financial planning, consulting, or a related field.
• 4-6 years experience in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects and strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data.
• Project/Change management and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and trade compliance software.

Skills

• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Financial modeling and forecasting.
• Strategic planning and execution.
• Collaboration and team management.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• ERP system proficiency (SAP preferred).
• Trade compliance knowledge.

Benefits

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing.
• Fertility Benefits.
• 37.5 hour work-week.
• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Wellness Program.
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles).
• Long-Term Disability.
• Student Debt Repayment Benefits.
• Ability to borrow Yamaha product.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.