Sales Planner
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Description Position at Sumitomo Electric U.S.A., Inc. I. Job Summary: The Sales Planner will be responsible for organizing and coordinating sales operations to ensure the efficient execution of sales activities. This role involves scheduling internal sales-related events and meetings, gathering and analyzing sales forecasts, managing budgets, projects, and leads, and supporting the sales group with various administrative tasks. The Sales Planner will work closely with sales managers and other departments, including the ones in Japan HQ, to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and contribute to the overall success of the sales function. II. Duties/Responsibilities: •Planning/Reporting o Gather and analyze sales budget/forecasts from sales managers and other related departments o Gather and monitor projects/leads information collected from each sales group o Report to and communicate with Japan HQ regarding sales matters •Coordinating o Coordinate training events with sales managers in collaborate with internal/external related entities to support continuous development •Other related responsibilities o Coordinate with other departments, such as sales administration and accounting, to ensure seamless operations o Assist in the preparation of sales presentations, proposals, and other materials III. Marginal Functions: Support occasional matters as directed IV. Required Skills/Abilities: •Technical skills: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) •Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, events, and deadlines efficiently •Analytical Skills: Strong ability to gather, analyze, and interpret sales data and forecasts •Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with sales managers and other departments •Project Management: Proficiency in planning, coordinating, and executing projects and events •Budget Management: Understanding of budgeting principles and ability to manage and monitor budgets effectively •Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data collection, reporting, and event planning •Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with sales teams and other department •Excellent written and oral communication skills in Japanese •English skills are a plus V. Education and Experience: •Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in business or a related field •At least 2-3 years of sales planning or a related field •Legal eligibility to work in the United States VI. Position in Organization: •Reports to Strategic Marketing and Planning Group Manager •Directly Supervises: None VII. Physical Requirements: •Prolonged periods sitting at desk and working on a computer •Essential position functions require ability to routinely read document for general understanding and analytical purposes and viewing a computer monitor. VIII. Other Duties: •This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job description. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Job Type: Part-timePay: $20 - $30 per hourExpected working hour: 20 hours per weekAbout Sumitomo Electric U.S.A., Inc. Sumitomo Electric U.S.A., Inc. (SEUSA) serves North American customers in various industries, including electric power, data communications, automotive, electronics manufacturing, medical devices, and more. An overview of our diverse portfolio of products is provided on this site for reference. SEUSA was established in 1971 as the first North American subsidiary of Sumitomo Electric Industries. Our early activities contributed to the development of other subsidiaries, and today we are a part of a regional network of more than 40 companies affiliated with the Sumitomo Electric Group. SEUSA's main offices are located in the Los Angeles metropolitan area and Silicon Valley. Please visit for more info: SEUSA is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. About Sumitomo Electric Group Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. is a recognized global technology leader with over 280,000 employees working at around 400 group companies in 40 countries. Building on more than 120 years of innovation, today Sumitomo Electric is engaged in diversified business activities that support people's daily lives and industries in five business segments: automotive, infocommunications, electronics, environment & energy, and industrial materials. 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