Business Planner, China Software

Job Description

Work Arrangement
This role is categorized as on-site. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Headquarter Building in Shanghai

The Role -

The Business Planner plays a critical role in driving strategic planning, operational execution, and cross-functional alignment for the Software & Services department within the JV. This role supports the VP in translating business strategy into actionable plans, managing key initiatives, and enabling data-driven decision-making across software product lines and service offerings.

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Lead the development and tracking of annual and multi-year business plans for software and connected services.
• Align planning activities with corporate and JV strategic priorities, ensuring measurable outcomes and timely execution.
• Support the VP in preparing strategic reviews, investment proposals, and executive communications.
• Program & Initiative Management
• Manage cross-functional programs that span product, engineering, finance, and operations, ensuring delivery on scope, timeline, and budget.
• Identify risks, interdependencies, and mitigation strategies across software initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning and execution processes.
• Business Performance & Analytics
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to monitor KPIs, financial performance, and operational health of software programs.
• Conduct scenario planning and business modeling to support decision-making.
• Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitive intelligence to inform planning.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Facilitate alignment across internal and external stakeholders, including JV partners, corporate teams, and functional leaders.
• Prepare and present business updates, strategy decks, and investment cases to senior leadership.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the VP, providing insights and recommendations on business priorities.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 7–10 years of experience in business planning, program management, or strategy roles, ideally in software, automotive, or technology sectors.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs with strategic impact.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with financial modeling, KPI tracking, and data visualization.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to senior executives.

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