Product Planning Analyst

Why Consider This Job Opportunity<br />The Product Planning Analyst supports strategic and tactical product marketing as well as pricing initiatives for assigned product lines. This role maintains pricing tools, analyzes sales performance, and supports cross‑functional collaboration to drive business growth. The Product Planning Analyst also provides insights into market trends and customer needs, while maintaining a general understanding of the technical aspects of the product portfolio.<br /><br />Workplace Policy<br />Hybrid from San Jose, CA.<br /><br />What To Expect (Essential Job Responsibilities)<br /><br />Collaborate with the product division to tailor and implement the product policy to meet strategic objectives.<br /><br />Analyze and summarize sales data to share market insights with internal teams and the sales organization.<br /><br />Monitor and report on pricing performance and trends while maintaining and updating price books.<br /><br />Execute daily tactical quotes and requests.<br /><br />Manage supply and commitments during critical supply situations.<br /><br />Implement catalog distributor promotions.<br /><br />Support application marketing activities for assigned products, including collaboration with Business Development Engineers.<br /><br />What Is Required (Qualifications)<br /><br />Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or Electrical Engineering.<br /><br />2+ years of job‑related experience with managing and analyzing substantial amounts of sales and price data.<br /><br />Experience maintaining confidentiality regarding company strategy and customer information, with ability for continuous improvement of job performance.<br /><br />Interpersonal, collaboration, communication, and presentation skills.<br /><br />Facilitation skills to work among individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.<br /><br />Adaptability and ability to consistently deal with ever‑changing conditions.<br /><br />Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.<br /><br />How To Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)<br /><br />Graduate‑level coursework in Engineering or related field.<br /><br />Detailed knowledge of Murata’s technical and business operations.<br /><br />Financial and project management skills.<br /><br />Bi‑lingual proficiency in Japanese.<br /><br />Benefits<br /><br />Some domestic travel and infrequent international travel.<br /><br />Minimum Salary: $67,982<br /><br />Maximum Salary: $112,680<br /><br />Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.<br /><br />Generous Paid Time Off, including paid holidays and floating holidays.<br /><br />401(k) employer match on retirement planning.<br /><br />Hybrid working schedule for eligible positions.<br /><br />Tuition reimbursement for approved programs.<br /><br />Flexible health spending accounts.<br /><br />Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabilities/Veteran<br /><br />Nearest Major Market:<br /><br />San Jose<br /><br />Nearest Secondary Market:<br /><br />Palo Alto<br /><br />#J-18808-Ljbffr