Expert Business Planner

Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. We offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, along with innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home/office workplace, monthly “Free Fridays”, and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer).

About the role

We're looking for a detail-oriented Business Planner to own the end-to-end quarterly sales quota process for our Customer Engagement Team (CET), spanning retail locations throughout North America from leading Consumer Electronics channels. This role blends hands-on data ownership with process improvement, leveraging AI and modern reporting tools to make planning faster and more scalable across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Quota Setting & KPI Management
  • Own the quarterly sales quota process end-to-end at the model level for an expansive retail network
  • Support additional KPI tracking and reporting as needed
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for Sales team inquiries related to targets and quota methodology
• Technology & Process Improvement
  • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline data collection, sharing, and consumption, with an emphasis on AI-driven tools and automation
  • Act as a go-to resource for colleagues on planning tools and processes
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for testing the implementation of new technology by Sony’s systems integration teams
  • Be a confident communicator capable of conducting training sessions for colleagues at all levels
• Reporting & Cross-Team Support
  • Maintain, enhance, and build reporting source files
  • Conduct ad hoc analysis as requested by leadership or cross-functional partners
  • Serve as backup to the Planning team's Lead
  • Prepare for and participate in Weekly Management meetings

Requirements

• 3 years of experience in business planning, sales operations, data analysis, or related field
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, lookups, data modeling)
• Demonstrated expert-level proficiency in Power BI and Power Query
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Versed in results-driven dashboard reporting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain data/methodology to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Available to work on-site Tuesday–Thursday 8am to 5pm at the Rancho Bernardo office
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Statistics, Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Skills

• Experience in sales quota setting
• Familiarity with statistics and statistical analysis methods
• Working knowledge of finance/financial planning concepts
• Ability to build flows within automation tools such as Power Automate (desktop/web)
• Working knowledge of API calls
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
• Exposure to AI tools/platforms applied to data or reporting workflows
• Prior experience presenting to or supporting management-level meetings

Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $96,614 to $128,820. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Benefits

• Annual corporate bonus plan (based on company performance, not guaranteed)
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Paid medical leave
• 401k plan with matching company contributions
• Vacation time
• Education assistance
• Student loan assistance program
• Eighty hours of paid sick leave time annually
• Up to twelve weeks paid parental leave