Manager – Category Sourcing

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

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

What You Will Do 

• Act as a key interface with across functional teams for key components selection in the NPI phase; identify the needs for re-design and leads the efforts
• Develop and execute Harman commodity sourcing strategy based on business needs, supply base performance, market situation/trends, new technologies, etc.
• Stay on top of the market and industry trends, and provide intelligence to the organization
• Lead special procurement programs to improve procurement process and result
• Establish consistent commercial terms/conditions 
• Execute effective supplier negotiations and event driven cost reductions to meet annual cost reduction goals 
• Build appropriate senior level supplier relationships 
• Manage the bid and quote process in NPI execution
• Establish goals, improvement plans, business reviews and monthly reporting related to areas of responsibility 
• Work with Supply Chain, Sourcing and Value Engineering teams to identify potential efficiency improvements and cost reduction opportunities.

What You Need to Be Successful

• EE background
• 8+ years procurement experience in semiconductor
• Proven leadership, interpersonal, communication, and influence skills
• Strong analytical skill
• Proven ability to lead and achieve cost, quality, and time-to-market commitments 
• Strong negotiation and relationship building skills 
• Strong presentation and writing skills 
• Ability to speak clearly and express opinions well in groups and in one-to-one conversations 

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.