Business Planning & Strategy Specialist

Canon U.S.A., Inc.•Melville, NY

7d•$69,300 - $103,770•Hybrid

About The Position

Canon U.S.A., Inc. in Melville, NY is currently seeking a Business Planning & Strategy Specialist (Specialist, Bus Plan & Strat). The Business Planning & Strategy Specialist is responsible for developing and analyzing actionable plans for Canon's business product/service portfolio growth and market introductions. These plans will drive increased revenue and market share, helping dealers and customers differentiate our portfolio and its benefits from competitors. A developing professional, working towards full proficiency in the job role. Receives general instruction from manager on expected work outcomes and exercises good judgment in day-to-day matters. This position is full time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring you to be in the office Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and an option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring in office attendance on other days). Note that work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required, plus 3 to 5 years of related experience
Product management within technology experience is required
Must be detail-oriented and deliver on-time performance to meet key objectives
Must have at least a moderate level of technical knowledge with an aptitude to understand and communicate technical aspects of our products
Must be able to clearly articulate product strategies and value propositions to internal sales, dealers, and customers
Strong project management skills
Travel required up to 20% annually nationwide

Responsibilities

Develops and analyzes plans for Canon's product/service portfolio growth and market introductions, aiming to boost revenue and market share
Creating business plans, researching consumer needs through surveys, and maintaining communication with dealers and sales staff
Monitor competitive activity and recommend promotions to enhance service usage and sales
Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for implementing these strategies and aligning with overall business objectives
Market Research and Analysis:
Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, growth opportunities and areas for improvement
Strategic Planning:
Create comprehensive business plans outlining short-term and long-term goals and key initiatives
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:
Work closely with sales, service, planning, and marketing to gather data, align strategies, and ensure plan execution
Performance Monitoring and Evaluation:
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess plan effectiveness and make necessary adjustments
Presentation Development:
Prepare presentations to communicate strategic plans and key insights to management and stakeholders
Industry Trend Analysis:
Stay updated on industry developments and the competitive landscape to inform strategic decision-making

Benefits

Employee referral bonus
Employee discounts
“Dress for Your Day” attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)
Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local community
Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can’t get anywhere else
medical
dental
vision
401(k) Savings Plan
discretionary profit sharing
discretionary success sharing
educational assistance
recognition programs
vacation