Business Planning Manager Jobs in California
Business Planning Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, entertainment, healthcare, and defense sectors, with openings at every level from associate business planner through senior director of business planning. The heaviest hiring activity runs through the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers like Apple, Kaiser Permanente, and Northrop Grumman maintain large planning and strategy functions. The most in-demand specialties are integrated business planning, financial planning and analysis alignment, and cross-functional go-to-market strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The people who work at Apple have reinvented and defined entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, AirPods, HomePod and a multitude of groundbreaking Accessories. We have done the same with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. And more recently have launched truly innovative services with Apple News+, Apple Arcade and Apple TV. We are deeply passionate about apps, music, movies, TV shows, sports and books. It’s a force that drives and inspires every one of us every single day. The passion for innovation that goes into our products applies to our practices as well, strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.
Come and join the Global Apple TV team, responsible for the Apple TV app including the Apple TV streaming service, transactional movies and TV and 3rd party subscription services. We are paving the way for the future of entertainment and have set new standards in streaming with Apple TV and as a platform overall.
We are seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Business Planning Manager on the Apple TV Strategy & Planning team. Reporting to the Head of Strategy & Planning, this role leads the Business Planning & Operations pillar, ensuring low-risk planning cycles and executive readiness across the global streaming business.
Description
The Business Planning Manager will oversee critical financial forecasting processes, budget management, and strategic operational planning that enables senior leadership to make informed decisions at pace.
This is a high-impact leadership role requiring someone who can operate seamlessly across Business, Finance, Analytics and Studio teams while maintaining the rigor and precision expected at the executive level. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, drives clarity through complex planning cycles, and builds systems that scale.
Responsibilities
- Oversee business planning for Apple TV across its various financial cycle throughout the fiscal year, including monthly Apple Exec Leadership presentations
- Partner with Finance for accurate forecasting, understanding drivers and metrics that impact subscriber and revenue growth
- Develop an intimate understanding of the Apple TV P&L and ways to increase margin
- Transform performance data into actionable insights that inform future strategic adjustments and operational improvements
- Track key leading indicators across Apple TV in order to have a strong grasp of the streamer metrics and their impact
- Partner with the Data Science & Analytics team to share a common understanding, develop rigorous dashboards and reporting while also working together to diagnose and provide recommendations
- Provide exec support and regular updates on performance and key metrics
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, business planning, strategy operations, or management consulting
- Proven track record delivering high-stakes planning cycles and executive-facing materials for senior leadership (VP level and above)
- Deep expertise in financial modeling, forecasting methodologies, and budget management
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
- Exceptional executive communication skills - both written and verbal
- Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial performance to strategic priorities
- Highly organized with superior project management skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in subscription-based or digital services businesses
- Background in entertainment, media, or technology industries
- Consulting (MBB) or investment banking experience
- Experience working in large, matrixed global organizations
- Familiarity with Apple's planning and finance systems
- Track record of process innovation and operational transformation
- Strong executive presence and ability to influence without authority
- MBA or advanced degree
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $146,500 and $274,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
The people who work at Apple have reinvented and defined entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, AirPods, HomePod and a multitude of groundbreaking Accessories. We have done the same with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. And more recently have launched truly innovative services with Apple News+, Apple Arcade and Apple TV. We are deeply passionate about apps, music, movies, TV shows, sports and books. It’s a force that drives and inspires every one of us every single day. The passion for innovation that goes into our products applies to our practices as well, strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.
Come and join the Global Apple TV team, responsible for the Apple TV app including the Apple TV streaming service, transactional movies and TV and 3rd party subscription services. We are paving the way for the future of entertainment and have set new standards in streaming with Apple TV and as a platform overall.
We are seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Business Planning Manager on the Apple TV Strategy & Planning team. Reporting to the Head of Strategy & Planning, this role leads the Business Planning & Operations pillar, ensuring low-risk planning cycles and executive readiness across the global streaming business.
Description
The Business Planning Manager will oversee critical financial forecasting processes, budget management, and strategic operational planning that enables senior leadership to make informed decisions at pace.
This is a high-impact leadership role requiring someone who can operate seamlessly across Business, Finance, Analytics and Studio teams while maintaining the rigor and precision expected at the executive level. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, drives clarity through complex planning cycles, and builds systems that scale.
Responsibilities
- Oversee business planning for Apple TV across its various financial cycle throughout the fiscal year, including monthly Apple Exec Leadership presentations
- Partner with Finance for accurate forecasting, understanding drivers and metrics that impact subscriber and revenue growth
- Develop an intimate understanding of the Apple TV P&L and ways to increase margin
- Transform performance data into actionable insights that inform future strategic adjustments and operational improvements
- Track key leading indicators across Apple TV in order to have a strong grasp of the streamer metrics and their impact
- Partner with the Data Science & Analytics team to share a common understanding, develop rigorous dashboards and reporting while also working together to diagnose and provide recommendations
- Provide exec support and regular updates on performance and key metrics
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, business planning, strategy operations, or management consulting
- Proven track record delivering high-stakes planning cycles and executive-facing materials for senior leadership (VP level and above)
- Deep expertise in financial modeling, forecasting methodologies, and budget management
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
- Exceptional executive communication skills - both written and verbal
- Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial performance to strategic priorities
- Highly organized with superior project management skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in subscription-based or digital services businesses
- Background in entertainment, media, or technology industries
- Consulting (MBB) or investment banking experience
- Experience working in large, matrixed global organizations
- Familiarity with Apple's planning and finance systems
- Track record of process innovation and operational transformation
- Strong executive presence and ability to influence without authority
- MBA or advanced degree
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $146,500 and $274,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Business Planning Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Apple4
- Burns & McDonnell4
- DoorDash4
- Clorox Services Company3
- Netflix3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software11
- Electronics & Hardware8
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Automotive4
- Distribution & Wholesale4
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business planning manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related analytical field
- Five or more years of progressive experience in business planning, FP&A, or strategy
- Proficiency with financial modeling, scenario analysis, and advanced Excel or Google Sheets
- Experience presenting planning outputs to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
- Familiarity with enterprise planning tools such as Anaplan, SAP, or Oracle EPM
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize large datasets into actionable strategic recommendations
Business Planning Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a business planning manager in California?
A business planning manager role in California typically requires a bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a closely related field, with many hiring managers preferring a master's in business administration. California does not require a state-issued license for this role. Hiring managers across the Bay Area and Los Angeles generally expect several years of progressive experience in financial planning, corporate strategy, or operations before a candidate moves into a management-level planning position.
How much do business planning managers make in California?
Business planning managers in California earn a median of about $124,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,370 for the lowest 10% to over $293,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire business planning managers in California?
Employers hiring business planning managers in California right now include Apple, Burns & McDonnell, and DoorDash, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's technology, entertainment, defense, and healthcare industries collectively make it one of the deepest markets for this role in the country.
Which California cities have the most business planning manager jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Culver City lead California for business planning manager openings. The Bay Area's concentration of technology and venture-backed companies drives the largest share of demand, while Los Angeles pulls from entertainment, media, and aerospace, and San Diego's defense contractors and biotech firms generate consistent openings in planning and strategy functions outside the two major metros.
Are there remote business planning manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. Business planning manager work is primarily analytical and collaborative rather than on-site, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 23% of business planning manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based and cross-functional nature of the role. Financial modeling, forecasting cycles, and executive reporting are the functions most commonly performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a business planning manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a financial analyst, business analyst, or operations analyst role at a large California company, then building toward planning responsibilities over two to three years. Technology companies across the Bay Area and Los Angeles, as well as healthcare systems like Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health, regularly hire analysts into rotational or associate planning programs that feed into manager-level roles. Earning a Chartered Financial Analyst designation or completing an MBA at a California business school strengthens a candidate's case for an accelerated move into planning management.
Where can I find and apply to business planning manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to business planning manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring in this role. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the ones that match.
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