Business Planning & Performance Manager

Job description

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met. We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions ), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa ), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network) , and leading e-commerce platforms. Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn! Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? ​Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible!​ Your Role The Business Planning Manager is responsible for driving business performance through strategic planning, business analysis, financial planning, and cross-functional collaboration. This role partners closely with Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing, and HR teams to develop annual business plans, monitor business performance, identify growth opportunities, and support management decision-making. Main Responsibilities Business Planning Develop annual business plans aligned with company strategy and commercial objectives. Lead monthly and quarterly business performance reviews. Coordinate cross-functional planning activities to ensure alignment across departments. Support long-term strategic initiatives and business transformation projects. Business Performance Management Monitor business KPIs and identify performance gaps. Analyze sales, profitability, productivity, and operational performance. Develop action plans to improve business performance. Prepare regular business review reports for management. Business Analytics Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscape. Develop dashboards and management reports using business intelligence tools. Provide data-driven recommendations to business leaders. Business Analytics Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscape. Develop dashboards and management reports using business intelligence tools. Provide data-driven recommendations to business leaders. Cross-functional Collaboration Partner with Commercial, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and HR teams. Lead cross-functional projects to improve operational efficiency. Coordinate business planning activities with regional and global stakeholders. Executive Reporting Prepare presentations and reports for senior leadership. Support Monthly Business Reviews (MBR), Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) and Annual Operating Plan (AOP). Present business insights and recommendations to management. Main Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline. MBA is preferred. Around 10 years of experience in Business Planning, Strategy, FP&A, Commercial Excellence, or Business Analytics. Experience in multinational companies is preferred. Experience in FMCG, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Retail, or Medical Device industries is an advantage. Strong business and commercial acumen. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Solid understanding of financial statements and P&L management. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and business performance management. Strong project management and stakeholder management skills. Excellent presentation and communication skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with SAP, Power BI, Tableau, or other BI tools is preferred. Fluent in both Korean and English. Recruiting process Our recruitment process may vary; If you are selected, you will be contacted by our recruiters to guide you through the specific steps for your application.​ Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment​ We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.