Planning Section Manager (Company)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Corporate Managers
Summary
A managerial position that oversees the formulation of corporate business strategies and project management, advancing planning operations toward the achievement of management goals.
Description
The Planning Section Manager formulates corporate growth strategies and business plans, implementing them through coordination and negotiation within and across departments. Drawing on insights from market research and data analysis, they develop strategies for new ventures or improvements to existing businesses, advancing projects while managing budgets and schedules. They also report to executive management, collaborate with other departments, and require cross-organizational coordination skills and leadership.
Future Outlook
With the increasing importance of corporate DX initiatives and adapting to market environment changes, the role of the planning department is expanding, and data-driven planning and strategy formulation skills are in even greater demand.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Excellent communication skills / Has leadership / Has stress tolerance / Strong logical thinking
Work Style
Flexitime / Office Work / Project-based / Remote / Team Operations
Career Path
Planning Staff → Unit Leader → Section Manager → Director → Business Director → Board Director (Planning)
Required Skills
Budget Management / Business Planning / Market Research Analysis / Presentation / Project Management
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis (BI Tools) / English Business Documents / Marketing Knowledge / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze market data and management metrics to formulate strategies. |
| Communication Skills | To collaborate with multiple departments for coordination and negotiations. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because ideation for new businesses and improvement measures is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because leadership to proactively drive projects is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced quantitative analysis is needed for data analysis and budget planning. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and manage projects and budgets. |
| Problem Solving | To proactively handle everything from problem identification to solution implementation. |
| Stress Tolerance | To meet tight schedules and superiors' expectations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To lead and advance cross-organizational teams. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Business Law Proficiency Test
- Certified SME Management Consultant
- PMP
Aliases
- Business Planning Section Manager
- Planning Director
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