Sr. 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. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  In addition, our team members enjoy 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).

So, if you want to join a “Best Place to Work” company and make the world say wow, let's talk.

Sony Electronics has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Business Planner in our Imaging Solutions Sales and Marketing Group, based in San Diego. In this position, the candidate will provide support to the management team in performing Business Planning functions. 

Job Responsibilities

• Maintaining SNA Purchase/Sales/Inventory (PSI) as well as Account (Dealer) PSI in order to maximize sales opportunities while minimizing inventory risk

• Building an accurate Sell-out/Sell-in forecast by diligently analyzing Customer demand/Sales trend for financial accuracy

• Executing inventory allocation to Sales orders while working closely with Marketing, Logistics and order Management groups

• Issuing Reports and arranging meetings for above activities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field is required

• Minimum 3-5 years related experience

• Working knowledge of SAP is required

• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Excel required

• Experience in demand forecast

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer science, Data science or a related field preferred

• The ability to work independently, prioritize duties and work within tight deadlines

• Demand forecast experience preferably in Consumer Electronics (CE) industry

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $76,000 to $101,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, 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.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for a bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision), paid medical leave after three months of employment, a 401k plan with matching company contributions, vacation time, education assistance, student loan assistance program, eighty hours of paid sick leave time annually, and up to twelve weeks paid parental leave after six months of employment.

Sony Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values employees with a broad cross-cultural perspective. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. All applicants will receive fair and impartial treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or on any other basis which is protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony of Canada Ltd.

Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony of Canada Ltd. provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at [email protected], or you can mail your resume to: Sony Electronics, Human Resources Department, 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego CA 92127. Please indicate the position you are applying for.