Strategic Sales Planner: Data-Driven Forecasting & Insights

Daikin Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + Superannuation +

Performance bonus

Work Laptop

Work Phones

On-the-job training

Free parking on site

Job summary

Daikin Australia is seeking a Sales Planner to operate in a fast-paced sales environment, providing annual budgets, forecasts and reports to support strategic decisions.

Reporting to the GM – Strategy and Sales Planning, this role requires data analysis, stakeholder coordination, and delivering accurate market insights at state and national levels.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in Planning (engineering/technical product exposure a plus).
• Strong Excel, PowerBI and SQL fundamentals required.
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends and take initiative.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the annual sales budget for each business unit.
• Analyse internal sales results and external market trends.
• Create and submit monthly and ad-hoc market and sales reports.
• Prepare sales and product forecasts by coordinating with different levels of the business.

Skills

Excel

PowerBI

SQL

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

Our Company

Daikin has a solid history and reputation in holding its number 1 position in the global market for air conditioning. The foundation of its success and continued growth is truly in our people, who strive and are encouraged to do remarkable things, including thinking differently and being open to new possibilities.

Our Company

Daikin has a solid history and reputation in holding its number 1 position in the global market for air conditioning. The foundation of its success and continued growth is truly in our people, who strive and are encouraged to do remarkable things, including thinking differently and being open to new possibilities.

At Daikin Australia, we live and breathe our core values of Absolute Credibility, Enterprise Management and Building Harmonious Personal Relationships. We prioritise fostering positive relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders to create a collaborative and supportive work environment for all.

Looking ahead, we anticipate the global demand for air conditioning will grow exponentially. Our vision at Daikin after reaching our 100th anniversary globally, is to continue our commitment to environmental awareness and commit to advancing technology to promote sustainable practices.

About The Role

As a Sales Planner, your role requires you to work in a fast paced, challenging and dynamic sales environment, in which you will play a pivotal role in providing information both at a State and National level to allow management to make informative decisions.

Reporting to the GM – Strategy and Sales Planning, this role will incorporate components such as:

• Developing and managing the annual sales budget for each business unit.
• Analysing internal sales results and trends, as well as external market influences and trends.
• Creating and submitting monthly and ad-hoc market and sales reports.
• Preparing sales and product forecasts by coordinating with different levels of the business.
  
  

About You

You are a detail-oriented problem solver who takes ownership of your work. You thrive in environments where you can analyse data to find solutions and aren’t afraid to navigate complex priorities.

To Be Successful, You Will Bring

• Experience: Minimum 3+ years’ experience in Planning, ideally within engineering or technical product sectors.
• Technical Savvy: Strong exposure to the fundamentals of Excel,Microsoft PowerBI & SQL.
• Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to analyse data, identify trends, and take initiative to resolve issues.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to manage conflicting priorities and achieve positive outcomes with stakeholders.
  
  

Why join us?

• Collaborative work environment fostering a positive team culture.
• Competitive salary + Superannuation + Performance bonus
• Equipment for work will be provided such as Work Laptop, Work Phones
• Provided with on-the-job training for continuous career growth opportunities
• Discounted Bupa Health Fund
• Fitness Passport – Access to over hundreds of fitness facilities
• Flare Benefit – Discounted gift card, novated lease, discounted health/car/home loan
• Be part of a global number 1 company in HVAC
• Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth.
• Free parking on site
  
  

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Daikin Australia is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.