PR/118696 | (Japanese Speaking) Corporate Planning Manager

Company: Japanese Company 

Position: (Japanese Speaking) Corporate Planning Manager 

Location: Amsterdam

Salary: Depending on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Corporate Planning Manager to join the team. This is a strategic business partnering role that supports senior management in driving business performance, long-term growth, and organizational success across the EMEA region.

The successful candidate will play a key role in business planning, performance management, executive reporting, and strategic decision-making while working closely with stakeholders across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Japan.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Financial Planning

• Lead annual budgeting, mid-term plans, and long-term business planning processes.

• Coordinate budget cycles, quarterly business reviews, and strategic planning activities.

• Translate corporate strategy into actionable business plans and measurable objectives.

• Support strategic initiatives and business transformation projects across the region.

Performance Management & Business Insights

• Monitor business performance and key strategic initiatives.

• Analyze financial and operational results to identify risks and opportunities.

• Provide meaningful insights and recommendations to improve business performance.

• Lead monthly management reporting for EMEA leadership and headquarters.

Business Partnering

• Act as a trusted business partner to senior management and cross-functional teams.

• Support management meetings and strategic decision-making processes.

• Prepare executive presentations, business review materials, and board-level reports.

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across EMEA and Japan.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to corporate governance policies and internal controls.

• Promote transparency, compliance, and effective business management practices.

• Support continuous improvement of planning, reporting, and governance processes.

Who We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• 5-7 years of experience in corporate planning, strategic planning, finance, FP&A, business controlling, or a related function within an international organization.

• Strong understanding of: 

P&L management

Balance sheet management

Corporate finance

Business performance management

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills.

• Fluency in both Japanese and English (written and spoken).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with regional headquarters and global stakeholders.

• Ability to operate effectively in a multicultural and international environment.