Sr. Business Analyst, Market Planning

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Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You'll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That's us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It's You & Western Digital. Together, we're the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

We are looking for self-motivated individual to support Client+ Business Unit. This person will work closely with internal key stakeholders to translate WDC long term business goals (Revenue, Share, Margin) into an executable operating plan:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

TAM & Market Trend Analysis

• Actualize current quarter and publish TAM at quarterly cadence
• Identifying market signal, analyzing various external and internal data points to develop initial TAM/ Market Sizing model for PC OEM segment
• Further triangulation of these data points through various lenses to solidify your assumptions.
• Establishing close coordination with business marketing and segment marketing team & incorporating their input in TAM model.
• Socialize TAM with Business Marketing and Planning teams on quarterly cadence
• Closely working with pricing team to understand supply sufficiency and provide long term GM/ pricing guidance

Long Range Planning & Business Cases

• Forecast and publish WD Long Range Plan on bi-annual basis
• Understand long term market trends, competitive landscape and product roadmap to model WDC long range revenue and GM plan
• Help product management with business cases

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Minimum 5 years of industry experience in business operations, planning or finance in high tech or similar industry

SKILLS:

• Extremely detail oriented, well organized, high standard of accuracy and ability to multi-task
• Exceptional financial modeling skills using Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to summarize complex and technical issues / analysis into simple and clear messaging for Senior management
• Solid interpersonal skills with proven ability to develop and maintain effective business partner relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Proactive and independent person who identifies issues and drives them to resolution
• Ability to work both independently and on cross functional teams
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.