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Business Planning Specialist

Pasona NA

San Jose, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$110,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Analysis, Business Development, Business Plan, Business Processes, Business Skills, Business Solutions, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Competitive Research, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Database Administration, Database Technology, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Economics, English Language, Finance, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Forecasting, Interpersonal Skills, Japanese Language, Manufacturing, Market Research, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Multilingual, Multitasking, Operational Improvement, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Pivot Tables, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Reporting Dashboards, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Sales, Sales Forecasting, Sales Operations, Sales Support, Strategic Planning, Team Player
LOCATION
San Jose, CA
POSTED
Today
Business Planning Specialist (Japanese Bilingual)

Location: San Jose, California (Hybrid base)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Language Requirement: Japanese / English Bilingual

Salary Range: $100-110K/year (exempt)

Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Position Summary

Seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Business Planning Specialist to join the Sales Operations team in San Jose, California.

This position plays a critical role in supporting sales planning, budgeting, forecasting, business analysis, and strategic initiatives across the Americas region. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to transform business data into actionable insights while collaborating with both U.S. and Japan-based teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain accurate sales and sales operations records, reports, and business data.
  • Prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly, quarterly, and annual sales performance reports.
  • Support sales forecasting, budgeting, and business planning activities.
  • Consolidate and report sales forecasts, budgets, and business results to management and headquarters.
  • Develop presentations, dashboards, and reports for management meetings and sales reviews.
  • Collaborate with the sales team to monitor business performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer research to support strategic planning.
  • Assist with marketing initiatives and business development projects.
  • Analyze business processes and recommend operational improvements.
  • Support cross-functional projects and other strategic initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in business planning, business analysis, sales operations, FP&A, or a related analytical role.
  • Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English (written and verbal).
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Power Query, and VBA.
  • Experience using Power BI for reporting and data visualization.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Preferred
  • Experience supporting a sales organization within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Experience with database management and business reporting systems.
Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to strategic business planning while working closely with both U.S. and Japan-based teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting management decision-making through data analysis, forecasting, and business planning initiatives.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Bonus (10%)
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment

If you are a data-driven professional who enjoys business planning, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration, we encourage you to apply.

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About the Company

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Pasona NA

<p style="color:#cc0000;">We are celebrating 30 years of our business succession in staffing and professional outsourcing in USA!</p> <p><span itemprop="name">Pasona N A, Inc.</span> was established in 1985 as a temporary staffing and full-time placement firm specializing in Japanese companies doing business in the United States. As Japanese companies grew and continually hired new staff during the early nineties, Pasona captured much of the niche market in the US. </p> <p>We are located in 8 cities in the US: New York, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Jose, Houston, Atlanta, Chicago, and Detroit. Please visit our locations or website at <a href="http://www.pasona.com/" mns_rt="Company" target="_blank" itemprop="url">www.pasona.com</a>.</p> Our specialty fields: <ul> <li>Sales and Marketing</li> <li>Office Administration</li> <li>Accounting and Finance</li> <li>IT, Computer Engineering</li> <li>Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering</li> <li>Translation/Localization</li> <li>Airline and Hospitality </li> <li>Trading, Logistics, and Transportation</li> <li>Legal</li> <li>Human Resources</li> </ul>

INDUSTRY
Business Services - Other
WEBSITE
http://www.pasona.com/

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