Business Planning Sr. Analyst

About the job Business Planning Sr. Analyst Salary Range:$75,000.00 To $90,000.00 AnnuallyJOB TITLE: Business Planning Sr. AnalystREPORTS TO: Business Planning ManagerJob Type: Full Time Employee, ExemptDEPARTMENT: Business PlanningLOCATION: Commerce, CASUMMARYLeads the preparation of reports and analyses to support managements strategic decision-making. Independently manages and drives various cross-functional projects, and investigates, organizes, and analyzes complex business data. Provides insights by collecting and synthesizing information, and monitors performance on a weekly and monthly basis. Requires strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders across the organization.JOB DUTIES include but are not limited to the following:Ensure all financial and operational plans reconcile and align with corporate growth objectives.Lead and coordinate meetings with colleagues and management; document, track, and follow up on key action items.Oversee project execution to ensure tasks are completed on time; communicate status updates and escalate critical issues when appropriate.Monitor business and operational changes, proactively identifying risks and ensuring plans remain accurate and relevant.Prepare, analyze, and lead weekly/monthly forecasts; identify performance gaps and propose corrective actions.Develop, standardize, and enhance metrics and dashboards for measuring and tracking performance.Implement and enforce internal guidelines, controls, and compliance policies.Partner with management to identify process improvements and design new reporting frameworks that support business growth.Proactively identify process enhancements, propose new ideas, and build reporting frameworks to support the companys growth.Conduct advanced research and data analysis, providing actionable insights and recommendations to executives.Provide guidance and support to junior analysts/associates when required.QUALIFICATIONSA successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize effectively, and deliver actionable insights that influence management decisions.Bachelors degree in business, Economics, Finance, or related field.Minimum 35 years of relevant work experience in business planning, finance, consulting, or related field; F&B / retail / franchise industry experience strongly preferred.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and consistently meet deadlines.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to translate data into business insights.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present findings and recommendations to senior management. Bilingual (English and Korean) is a must.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, modeling) and PowerPoint; experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) or SQL preferred.Prior work experience at a Korean company is a plus.