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  

Supply Chain manager is responsible for full visibility of supply planning from operations perspective and on time / on quality delivery, and is key to bridge the gap between regional demand and supply by cooperating among different functional teams, customers, project management, quality and suppliers. What’s more, he or she also needs lead planning team activities and be first escalation for internal customers, regions, in case of demand vs supply issues.

What You Will Do

• Manage Supply Chain Planning function to achieve predefined KPIs.
• Represent GSCM as focal contact person for assigned region(s) and lead regular Supply Chain Planning related meetings.
• Manage pertinent Supply Chain Planning activities throughout the product lifecycle including new launch, running products, phase in and EOL stages by working proactively with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of supply planning and demand fulfilment strategies.
• Track and trace long lead time liability commitments for both components and finished goods decommitted as a result of forecast inacuracies and work closely with all concerned parties to mitigate working capital impacts.
• Accountable for review and approval of Purchase Orders to external ODM suppliers upto USD1M per transaction; review and recommend for next level approvals for transaction >USD1M.
• Support Finance team for excess inventory management and reconciliation of reserve provisions.
• Determine supply allocations in occasion of Global supply shortages.
• Responsible for supply planning exception management i.e pull in/push outs.
• Provide feedback to suppliers by setting scorecards and monitor supplier performance and conduct joint review meetings with sourcing.
• Support all Corporate Projects and meet deadlines for assigned tasks.
• Provide best support to facilitate accuracy of SAP master data maintenance pertaining to supply planning and provide timely feedback to S&OP team and/or regions for any change requirements.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives and work closely with Operations Excellence function to enhance work efficiency and productivity.
• Maintain Supply Chain Planning standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions (WIs) to facilitate user training, cross-team backup and best practices sharing.
• Analyze and report KPIs including but not limited to supplier performance; on time delivery, container utilization, forecast accuracy, backorder and airfreight activities etc.
• Exercise leadership and managerial skills through effective problem solving, decision making, coaching, delegation and talent development.
• Ensure data accuracy and timely execution of assigned reports on time every time.
• Identify and escalate potential risk areas timely with sound recommendations.
• Perform tasks as and when required by the supervisor.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain and/or Business Management with minimum 10 years of global supply chain planning experience in electronics industry or FMCG.
• Minimum 3 years of people management experience with MNCs.
• Proven customer and supplier relationship management skills.
• Effectively bilingual in English and Mandarin with fluent verbal and written communication skills, Cantonese speaking is a plus.
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills, used to work under stress.
• Strong knowledge in SAP system and Microsoft Offices applications.
• Self-starter, goal oriented and result driven.
• Strong team player.
• Customer focus.
• Deadline oriented and able to work under pressure.
• Self-awareness, willing to learn and open to changes.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving orientation.
• Ability to develop talents through coaching and lead by example.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel.
• Willingness to work in an office.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.).
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.
• Competitive wellness benefits.
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria.
• 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)