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Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.
Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced SAP IBP Engineer with strong functional and technical expertise in implementing and integrating SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) solutions with SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA environments. This role is critical to delivering scalable, high‑performance digital supply chain solutions that drive value for our global customers. The role also serves as a Product Owner, responsible for defining, designing, and delivering digital products (applications) that support SIOP/SIOE planning processes. This position partners closely with business stakeholders, development teams, and cross‑functional partners to ensure products deliver measurable value and meet business requirements.The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with SAP IBP modules (Demand, Supply, Inventory, and Control Tower), CPI‑DS/SDI integrations, and a strong passion for solving complex business problems through digital planning transformations.
What You Will Do
Engage with business stakeholders to gather, clarify, and prioritize requirements.
Translate requirements into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and solution designs.
Develop test scenarios and support testing to ensure solutions meet functional and quality expectations.
Serve as an embedded member of a Scrum team, supporting developers and testers throughout each sprint.
Own and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring readiness for sprint planning and refinement.
Validate that delivered features provide measurable business value and align with the overall product vision.
Support development teams during build, testing, deployment, and hyper care phases.
Maintain product documentation, workflows, and release notes.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure smooth delivery, adoption, and continuous improvement.
What You Need to Be Successful
6+ years of total SAP experience, including 5+ years of hands‑on SAP IBP experience.
Strong experience with SAP IBP modules, particularly Demand, Supply, and Inventory.
Proficiency in integrating SAP IBP with ECC and/or S/4HANA using CPI‑DS, SDI, or CI‑DS.
In‑depth understanding of supply chain planning processes, including forecasting, capacity planning, and inventory optimization.
Ability to configure planning areas, key figures, attributes, time profiles, and master data.
Hands‑on experience with SAP IBP Excel UI and Fiori Launchpad.
Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder‑management capabilities.
Experience working as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or in a similar role within a technical environment.
Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and solution designs.
Experience working with enterprise applications, data flows, and system behaviour.
Bonus Points if You Have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Computer Science, or an equivalent field.
SAP IBP certification.
Exposure to SAP APO, SNP, BW, or other legacy planning tools.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum delivery practices.
Experience in manufacturing, automotive, or CPG domains.
Knowledge of data modeling, analytics, or reporting within SAP IBP.
What Makes You Eligible
This position requires up to 20% of travel.
Be willing to work in Bangalore, INDIA.
Willingness to work flexible hours aligned with client time zones
This position operates within the standard 9-to-5 working hours adjusted to the client's time zone. However, these hours are subject to modification based on evolving project needs
The responsibilities of this role are expected to adhere to the guidelines outlined in the company's Flexible Work Policy
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
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, 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.
Skills Required
- 6+ years of total SAP experience
- 5+ years of hands-on SAP IBP experience
- Strong experience with SAP IBP modules, particularly Demand, Supply, and Inventory
- Proficiency in integrating SAP IBP with ECC and/or S/4HANA using CPI-DS, SDI, or CI-DS
- In-depth understanding of supply chain planning processes
- Ability to configure planning areas, key figures, attributes, time profiles, and master data
- Hands-on experience with SAP IBP Excel UI and Fiori Launchpad
- Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management capabilities
- Experience working as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or in a similar role within a technical environment
- Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
Harman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Harman and has not been reviewed or approved by Harman.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, often including medical, dental, and vision plans, with HSAs/FSAs and disability or life insurance also referenced. Wellbeing support such as EAP access and onsite occupational health services is also part of the package in some regions.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle-oriented benefits include employee product discounts and region-specific perks like free fruit deliveries, Cycle to Work schemes, and meal coupons or allowances. Flexible schedules and work-from-home options are also part of the overall offering where roles and projects allow.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is repeatedly characterized as solid or market-aligned for many roles, with salary payments described as consistent and on time. Compensation is also tied to performance in some accounts, reinforcing a perception of basic fairness for a portion of employees.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with HARMAN!
