Assistant Business Manager

Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe.

In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

In addition, our team members enjoy innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home / office workplace, monthly Free Fridays , and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer).

So, if you want to join a Best Place to Work company and make the world say wow, let's talk.

Sony Electronics Inc. has an opportunity available for an Assistant Business Manager within the Imaging Solutions organization.

The Assistant Business Manager will be primarily responsible for analyzing and preparing a sales forecast using a Purchase / Sales / Inventory planning, factoring in market trends and Sony’s performance over competitors versus budget / forecast.

In addition will also be working as data analyst mainly using 3rd Party Macro / Micro data to serve the wider Imaging Business group.

The Assistant Business Manager responsibilities include the gathering, consolidation, reporting and analysis of market data from multiple sources (internal and external).

This role will be involved Market data analysis, evaluating competitive products and internal pricing strategies, assisting in the creation and implementation of marketing programs and promotions, supporting on product launches, and participating in trade shows and executing other special projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree in a Business, Marketing or a related field, and / or equivalent experience

2-3 years demand planning experience in consumer electronics or a related field

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Power BI

Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Effective oral and written communication skills, and professional presentation skills

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications :

2-7 years of consumer electronics demand planning experience with demonstrated knowledge of demand and receipt planning cycles, PSI principles including WOS management, manufacturing replenishment cycles, channel inventory management, and related concepts

2-3 years of experience with market / market-segmentation analysis and forecasting, with demonstrated knowledge of market sizing and market share analysis

Demonstrated experience with product launches and GTM strategizing and execution

Advanced Excel proficiency with knowledge of advanced formulas, pivoting, macro scripts, and data visualization

Familiarity or experience with Power BI

Familiarity with consumer-oriented digital imaging products and services

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $84,000 to $112,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for a bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision), paid medical leave after three months of employment, a 401k plan with matching company contributions, vacation time, education assistance, student loan assistance program, eighty hours of paid sick leave time annually, and up to twelve weeks paid parental leave after six months of employment.