Business Planning Sr. Analyst

Honda North America
$81,800.00 - $122,700.00
paid time off, tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, California, Torrance
1919 Torrance Boulevard (Show on map)
Feb 12, 2025
What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of "power" that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize "the joy and freedom of mobility" by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a "zero environmental footprint." We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team. If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future! Job Purpose The Senior Business Planning Analyst will play a crucial role in analyzing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and developing strategies to enhance efficiency and productivity. This position requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of business operations. The ideal candidate will also have the capability to build robust relationships across various departments and companies. Key Accountabilities Regional Business Planning Senior Analyst Independently analyze and evaluate business processes to identify areas for improvement. This will require a deep understanding of the NA region's strategic direction and an ability todetermine what activities are required to accomplish the strategy. Collaborate with regional leaders and various business units to develop and implement strategies Lead development of executive level reports and presentations Monitor and track the performance of implemented strategies Communicate strategy across the region and foster cross-company information exchange and collaboration on strategic initiatives NAROB Secretariat Lead/ facilitate NAROB (North American Operating Board) executive discussions Independently coordinate regional schedulesand logistics with various parties (NAROB, VP's, Business Planners, etc.) for both monthly/annual meetings and ad-hoc meetings Develop meeting material and visual communication tools Audit meeting topics to ensure alignment with NAROB Guidelines (Legal Document) and ensure required documents are maintained to comply with owned SOX Control Track and coordinate required return topics identified by NAROB Regional Planning Division Business Planning Lead Independently work with Department Managers and above to develop a 3-year strategic plan that will improve the business characteristics of Regional Planning while also aligning/supporting with the North American strategic direction Establish KPIs that will drive desired behavior and will help in the achievement of the overall North American targets Perform independent research on the external environment (political, environmental, auto industry, etc.) and internal environment (associate engagement, electrification, sustainability, etc) Create and present materialsfor executive meetings Lead the budget & resource process; manage division budget and report to upper management monthly Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant experience 5+ years of similar work experience; business administration, business strategy and/or project management or related field. Foundation of financial acumen Ability to communicate clearly across all levels of the organization. Good customer service and collaboration skills. Ability to use both visual and verbal communication tools to clarify situations and build toward common understanding and consensus. Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks. Flexibility to adjust to meet dynamics in market, between companies, and within workplace Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in data analysis and business intelligence tools. Strong organizational and time management skills. What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice? Total Rewards: Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.) Paid Overtime Regional Bonus (when applicable) Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx) Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution Relocation assistance (if eligible) Career Growth: Advancement Opportunities Career Mobility Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning Training and Development Programs Additional Offerings: Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment Lifestyle Account Childcare Reimbursement Account Elder Care Support Wellbeing Program Community Service and Engagement Programs Product Programs Free Drinks Onsite Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.