Business Planning Specialist

About the Role The Business Planning Specialist is responsible for developing and analyzing strategic plans to grow Canon's product and service portfolio, enhancing revenue and market share. This role combines market research, strategic planning, and cross-functionally collaboration to identify growth opportunities and execute initiatives effectively. The position is full-time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring office attendance Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, and the option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring additional in-office attendance). Your Impact This role is for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who will lead business planning efforts with a strong focus on project management, driving sales and process improvement. Unlike traditional planning roles that emphasize reporting and data consolidation, this position requires active engagement cross-functionally to push both top-line growth and bottom-line efficiency, along with regular business planning support. Manage and lead key strategic initiatives cross-functionally as assigned that align with business objectives Actively engage with and challenge the sales, marketing and service teams to drive achievement of business strategy and targets Visit customers, partners, and trade events to understand their business needs, competitive activities and market conditions as necessary Provide analytical and strategic input into marketing performance, budget planning and product allocation Administer and maintain regular Business Planning activities related to the execution of key objectives Support decision-making with actionable insights, not just data reporting About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required, plus 3 to 5 years of related experience Prior sales or business development/planning experience is a plus Business negotiations skills required Project management experience is a plus Good analytical skills Presentation skills required Excellent communication skills both verbal and written required MS Office and Google Workspace experience Up to 25% travel required Individual must possess a clean valid state driver's license in order to obtain the position, and a clean driving record. The position requires driving, thus compliance with company safety guidelines and policies is mandatory. We are providing the anticipated salary range for this role: $66,300 - $81,550 annually. Company Overview Canon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $28.5 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc., as of 2024 has ranked in the top-10 for U.S. patents granted for 41 consecutive years. Benefits We offer a full range of rewards, including competitive compensation and benefits. 401(k) savings plan Medical, dental, vision coverage Discretionary profit sharing and success sharing Educational assistance, recognition programs, vacation, and much more Workstyle Description The position is full-time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring you to be in the office three days a week and an option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring additional in-office attendance). Work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs. Company Commitment We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, orders and mandates, including those we may be required to follow as a federal government contractor/subcontractor. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company will not pursue or support visa sponsorship. All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of hire. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr