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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Expert Business Planner - **Company:** Sony USA Foundation Inc - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $96,614.0 - $128,820.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables, Power BI, SAP (Applications), Systems Integration, Microsoft Power Automate, Powerquery, Performance Monitor, Tools for Reporting, Web Api - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://sonyglobal.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/SonyGlobalCareers/job/San-Diego/Expert-Business-Planner_JR-119456 ## About the Role * 3 years of experience in business planning, sales operations, data analysis, or related field * Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, lookups, data modeling) * Demonstrated expert-level proficiency in Power BI and Power Query * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail * Versed in results driven dashboard reporting * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain data/methodology to non-technical stakeholders * Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment * Available to work on-site Tuesday-Thursday 8am to 5pm at the Rancho Bernardo office * Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Statistics, Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience) Preferred Skills * Experience in sales quota setting * Familiarity with statistics and statistical analysis methods * Working knowledge of finance/financial planning concepts * Ability to build flows within automation tools such as Power Automate (desktop/web) * Working knowledge of API calls * Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) * Exposure to AI tools/platforms applied to data or reporting workflows * Prior experience presenting to or supporting management-level meetings The anticipated base pay range for this position is $96,614 to $128,820. 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. ## Description We're looking for a detail-oriented Business Planner to own the end-to-end quarterly sales quota process for our Customer Engagement Team (CET), spanning retail locations throughout North America from leading Consumer Electronics channels. This role blends hands-on data ownership with process improvement, leveraging AI and modern reporting tools to make planning faster and more scalable across the organization. Responsibilities Quota Setting & KPI Management * Own the quarterly sales quota process end-to-end at the model level for an expansive retail network * Support additional KPI tracking and reporting as needed * Serve as the primary point of contact for Sales team inquiries related to targets and quota methodology Technology & Process Improvement * Identify and implement opportunities to streamline data collection, sharing, and consumption, with an emphasis on AI-driven tools and automation * Act as a go-to resource for colleagues on planning tools and processes * Serve as a subject matter expert for testing the implementation of new technology by Sony's systems integration teams * Be a confident communicator capable of conducting training sessions for colleagues at all levels Reporting & Cross-Team Support * Maintain, enhance, and build reporting source files * Conduct ad hoc analysis as requested by leadership or cross-functional partners * Serve as backup to the Planning team's Lead * Prepare for and participate in Weekly Management meetings ## Related Videos - [Web APIs you might not know about](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/281-web-apis-you-might-not-know-about) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Designing How Work Feels: The Science Behind Sanofi’s Workplace Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1848-designing-how-work-feels-the-science-behind-sanofi-s-workplace-experience) - [Project Fugu: Extending the web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/832-project-fugu-extending-the-web) - [The Neuro-Architecture of Productivity: How Work Environments Impact Cognitive Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1122-the-neuro-architecture-of-productivity-how-work-environments-impact-cognitive-performance) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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