Executive Director, Operational Procurement

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.

About the Role

In this role, you will lead the Operational Procurement team, tasked with building a robust and resilient material supply through an active engagement with HARMAN’s suppliers. As a dynamic and visionary leader, you will fulfill multiple roles, including trail blazer, coach and advocate. As the Operational Procurement leader, you will be responsible for driving supplier delivery performance outcomes through supplier engagement and development as well as early detection and resolution of supply issues. You will build system and team capabilities required to successfully navigate the challenges associated with electronics supply chains. Your operational mindset and exceptional leadership skills will be crucial in transforming HARMAN’s supply chain to meet the needs of an Automotive business on track to double our material supply requirements over the next 7 yrs.

Your Team

Your team consists of 50-60 team members with 5 to 6 direct reports. This position reports into the Senior Vice President, Procurement & BCA.

What You Will Do

• Supply Coverage and Capacity Management:

  Engage HARMAN’s supply base to achieve material supply requirements, working across a 2-year time horizon.

  Confirm supply capacity commitments, including machine & tooling capacities.

  Drive closure of supply coverage gaps. This includes active supplier engagement and facilitation of escalations as needed to achieve required outcomes.

  Actively manage HARMAN’s supply agreements to the required contractual performance outcomes.

• Supply Change and Exception Management:

  Drive and close the following in coordination with HARMAN’s suppliers:

  New product introduction NPI)

  End-of-life (EOL)

  Part change notices (PCNs) and part termination notices (PTNs), including last time buys

  OEM customer volume increases and decreases

  Develop and implement efficient methods for identifying change driven exceptions that require active management into HARMAN’s supply base

• Master Data Management:

  Optimize existing methods and processes to ensure that HARMAN’s supplier relevant master data is continuously update and meeting the required quality

  Develop and deploy automated methods to update and maintain supplier relevant master data, including the use of robotic process automation (RPA) and supplier system integration (e.g., API access)

• Systems, Standards and Best Practices:

  Pilot and deploy systems/technologies enabling efficient use of internal resources and establishing collaborative work with HARMAN’s suppliers.

  Define and deploy KPIs that appropriately measure desired performance metrics and support the identification of performance gaps.

  Refine and optimize work processes to set clear standards and ways of working with both HARMAN’s suppliers and internal partners.

• Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration & Representation:

  Build a robust collaboration with SIOP and Manufacturing teams, ensuring that the organizations are working in concert to meet operational objectives

  Represent Procurement and HARMAN’s suppliers in the monthly consensus planning process

  Represent Procurement in executive level escalations, including executives from suppliers and/or HARMAN’s customers

• Develop Talent:

  Lead the development and growth of a high-performing Operational Procurement team.

  Provide coaching, mentorship, and training opportunities to enhance the capabilities of team members.

  Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and innovation.

  Develop an ownership culture with team members empowered to solve problems and make decisions.

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or a relevant technical degree. Master's degree is preferred.

• 10+ years of relevant business experience in supplier facing roles. Supply Chain Management experience is desired.

• Proven track record in leading and transforming functions to meet benchmark (top-quartile) performance levels.

• Prior experience in leading teams tasked with the management of multi-billion dollar supply delivery from a global network of suppliers.

• Demonstrated ability to drive required outcomes with large Automotive electronic component suppliers, including NXP, Texas Instruments, Renesas, Murata and Micron.

• Knowledge and expertise in the IT systems utilized to plan and communicate supply requirements.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to leverage data to drive informed decisions.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

• Ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams to adopt new processes and embrace change.

• Demonstrated ability to build and develop high-performing teams.

• Experience in leading a global organization with team members in the Americas, EMEA and APAC.

• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to mediate conflict to a mutually beneficial outcome.

• Strong presentation skills.

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 25% to domestic and international locations

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location

• 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

• 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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