Sales Planning Analyst (Japanese/English Bilingual )

Sales Planning Analyst (Japanese/English Bilingual Required)

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Sales Planning Analyst position located in San Mateo, CA. The Sales Planning Analyst is responsible for the collection, analysis, and reporting of sales related data in an ongoing effort to increase overall sales productivity. Collect relevant internal and external sales data and economic conditions by channel and region in order to accurately forecast sales. Develop and track key performance indicators considered instrumental in enhancing business understanding and improve decision-making. The Sales Planning Analyst will create both standardized and custom reports, conduct quantitative product and sales analysis; provide support other assistance as necessary assessing future needs and data integrity. Develop standardized tools, methodologies and business processes to improve operational efficiency.

Why work with us?

Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires.

Training programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skills.

Growth Opportunities - there are immense opportunities to grow your career.

You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

Position Responsibilities may include:

Create aggregate monthly sales forecast by model for assigned product class

Prepare monthly inventory plan by model for assigned product class

Forecast sales demand by product class and SKU

Prepare monthly inventory plan by SKU

Prepare and compile sales/margin reports related to assigned product class or requested business unit data

Maintain distribution warehouse inventory levels based on established lead times while managing within approved budget

Maintain working relationships with cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency and ensure smooth product flow to the customer

Manage phase-in and phase-out of new product introductions and transitions

Analyze large amounts of sales and inventory data to make proficient production decisions at the SKU level

Collect business intelligence data from available industry reports, public information, field reports, or purchased sources

Communicate across all business disciplines both verbally and written

Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy and reformulate models as necessary

Gather, compile and analyze data from various sources, including offsite sales personnel in the field

Assist in annual planning and preparation of tools

Create/maintain sales/margin reports that assist key sales management personnel throughout business unit

Participate in additional projects to support ongoing business needs

Nature & Scope:

Possesses a broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education

Has no discretion to deviate from established procedures by performing structured work assignments

Work is closely supervised

Problems faced are not typically difficult nor complex

Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area

Knowledge & Skills:

Working knowledge of finance-cost accounting, forecasting and planning methodologies

Ability to build and maintain complex computer applications and programs that perform analysis, organize data & create reports from various sources

Knowledge of relational databases and the ability to create stored procedures

Ability to perform complex analysis such as regression, forecasting, and probability modeling

Ability to capture and document business and reporting requirements from multiple sources

Ability to co-ordinate and manage simultaneous data analysis requests of varying size and scope

Advanced Excel skills and strong in Access

Must have strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills, high level of attention to detail

Ability to anticipate and solve practical problems and resolve issues

Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills

Ability to apply good judgement, decision making skills and strong work ethics and integrity on the job

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and within a team environment

Competency:

Requires full fluency in Japanese and English (Reading, Writing, Speaking)

Experience:

3+ years of experience in: Quantitative business analysis, Forecasting & production planning, Finance & cost accounting

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's Degree (Statistics, Mathematics, Logistics, Finance, Accounting, etc.) or 4 years' sales planning experience in a high paced environment

APICS certification a plus, CPA a plus

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Reports To:

Manager, Sales Planning

Pay Range:

$64,530.00 to $80,715.00 USD

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.