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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Business Planning Manager to lead and coordinate strategic planning initiatives across the organization. This role is critical in aligning business objectives with financial and operational performance, ensuring that the company remains competitive and agile in a dynamic market environment. The Business Planning Manager will work closely with senior leadership, finance, operations, and other departments to develop and implement business plans, forecasts, and performance metrics.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business strategy, financial modeling, and data analysis. They will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities, evaluating business risks, and recommending actionable strategies to improve overall performance. This role requires excellent communication skills, as the Business Planning Manager will present findings and recommendations to executive stakeholders and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive execution.
Key responsibilities include conducting market and competitive analysis, developing long-term strategic plans, managing the annual budgeting process, and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs). The Business Planning Manager will also play a key role in scenario planning, investment analysis, and resource allocation decisions.
This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of the company and contribute to its long-term success. The successful candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a passion for data-driven decision-making and a strong understanding of business operations and financial principles.
Responsibilities
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- Analyze financial and operational data to support decision-making
- Coordinate the annual budgeting and planning process
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Conduct market and competitive analysis
- Identify business risks and opportunities
- Support resource allocation and investment decisions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives
- Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership
- Lead scenario planning and business modeling activities
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in business planning, strategy, or financial analysis
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
- Experience with budgeting and forecasting processes
- Knowledge of industry trends and market dynamics
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- MBA or relevant advanced degree is a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with strategic business planning?
- How do you approach financial modeling and forecasting?
- What tools and software are you proficient in for data analysis?
- Describe a time you identified a business opportunity through analysis.
- How do you ensure alignment between business strategy and operations?
- What is your experience with presenting to senior leadership?
- How do you handle conflicting priorities in a planning cycle?
- Can you give an example of a successful strategic initiative you led?
- What metrics do you consider most important for business performance?
- How do you stay informed about market and industry trends?
