Senior Business Planning and Development Manager

Senior Business Planning and Development Manager

Company Overview

LG Energy Solution Vertech, Inc. a subsidiary of LG Energy Solution is a leading provider of grid-scale integrated energy storage systems, delivering safe, reliable, and high‑performance solutions to customers worldwide. Powered by our proprietary AEROS® energy operating system, we use advanced monitoring and controls to help customers optimize system performance and maximize the value of their energy storage assets. 

At LGES Vertech, you’ll be part of a collaborative, team‑oriented organization that aspires to be humble, hungry, and smart, working together to transform the energy landscape and create a more sustainable future. We value innovation, accountability, and growth, and offer competitive compensation along with comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer‑paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. 

For more information, visit www.lgensol-vt.com. 

Position Overview

The Senior Business Planning and Development Manager will serve as a senior member of the Business Planning team, reporting to the Business Planning Team Leader. This role will work closely with functional leaders, cross-functional teams, and headquarters in Seoul, Korea to drive business planning, performance management, business development initiatives, executive reporting, and strategic projects. The Business Planning Team reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and plays a central role in supporting the company’s financial, operational, and growth objectives.

Primary responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Drive the development and implementation of business planning processes and cross-functional initiatives to improve organizational effectiveness and support business growth
• Manage the preparation of executive reports, dashboards, and supporting materials for the CEO and HQ related to periodic business reviews and ad-hoc inquiries
• Support annual business planning and manage periodic reviews of short- and long-term objectives, including revenue and profitability forecasts, KPI definition, target setting, and performance tracking
• Monitor overall business and operational performance, identify key issues, risks, and variances, and work with relevant functions to develop corrective and improvement actions
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with internal teams, functional leaders, and key stakeholders to address critical business issues and support company-wide initiatives
• Support business development initiatives by evaluating new business opportunities, market trends, and strategic partnerships aligned with the company’s growth objectives
• Conduct business and financial analyses to assess the commercial viability, strategic fit, risks, and value creation potential of potential opportunities and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated business judgment, strategic perspective, and sound decision-making ability
• Strong analytical, financial, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations
• Proven ability to influence, align, and build effective working relationships across functions and organizational levels
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment, manage competing priorities, and provide structure amid ambiguity
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, with strong executive-level presentation and analytical capabilities
• Professional working proficiency in both Korean and English is required, as the role involves frequent executive communication and coordination with headquarters in Seoul, Korea

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, regardless of field of study
• Master’s degree preferred but not required
• 7+ years of progressive experience in business planning, business development, business management, strategy, finance, operations, or a related function
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and enterprise performance management
• Proven ability to communicate with and influence senior management and cross-functional stakeholders
• Prior experience in energy, energy storage, infrastructure, technology, or a related industry is preferred