Harman

A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel.
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development.
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience.

About the Role

In the dynamic landscape of China's professional touring & lighting market, which is predominantly rental & project-driven, this role is to drive maximum sales revenue and achieving ambitious sales targets by the development of professional touring & lighting projects.

You will be responsible for professional touring & lighting sales in the assigned area, and closely cooperate with customers to win projects, and enable key customers on product technical support, sales planning, market development and the day-to-day sales operations.

What You Will Do

1.Sales Plan and Execution

• Oversee China Harman touring business (JBL, Crown, Sound craft and Martin) key dealers and monitor sales performance in touring and lighting areas including sell in, sell through, inventory, market penetration, etc.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets by working with touring customers, partners and internal stakeholders.
• Focus on touring markets, especially rental houses national wide on audio and lighting solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with dealers, touring designers, and end-users.
• Identify new business opportunities, and routes to market to expand our customer base, and nurture existing accounts to drive customer loyalty and repeat business.
• Conduct regular sales forecasting, analysis and reporting to provide accurate visibility on sales performance.
• Responsible for developing a strong pipeline within your territory, and reporting opportunities to the Sales Director to nurture projects through the pipeline.
• Develop concert tours, music festivals, electronic music festivals project and build connections with artist agencies.
• Independently develop and execute sales opportunities and projects by leveraging in-depth knowledge of professional touring and stage audio & lighting.

2.Customer Collaboration, Management and Support

• Conduct regular business reviews with key customers and provide comprehensive product knowledge and technical training, and marketing support.
• Take the lead in coordinating with dealers, SI, and key end users to ensure alignment with Harman Pro China touring and lighting business plan.
• Lead customer sales or technical team to address problems or complaints, like product functional questions, technical application problems, quality issues, service delivery efficiency, and order delivery issues and etc.
• Leverage the resources and support from other functions, from local or global, and provide compromise solutions to customers by comprehensive analysis and evaluation of the complex degree, urgency, timing, and cost.
• Provide exceptional customer service and act as a trusted advisor for pro touring solutions.

3.Market and Technical Enablement

• Support national or regional professional touring & lighting related seminar or trade show.
• Gather and analyze professional touring & lighting market information, forecast channel sales.

What You Need to Be Successful

• 10Y+ sales experience in professional touring or lighting industrial.
• Comprehensive professional touring & lighting industrial resources.
• Comprehensive product knowledge covering touring & lighting products and competitor products, along with account management knowledge.
• 10Y+ account management, B2B sales management experience.
• Strong capability of logical thinking, problem solving, adaptability.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written format in both Mandarin and English.
• Ability to interact effectively and comfortably with distributors, customers, and end-users.
• Be accountable and positive while working in a pressurized situation.
• Have knowledge and experience in the operation of touring & lighting system.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Be proactive, have a team spirit, have a strong sense of responsibility, execution ability, learning ability and ability to work under pressure.
• Collaboration with teams.
• College degree or above, with basic English reading and writing skills.

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 50%, domestic only OR domestic and international travel.

What We Offer

• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc).
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.
• Competitive wellness benefits.
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. (www.harman.com)