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
The Business Analytics Lead is responsible for providing data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making across the organization. This position leads the development and maintenance of key performance indicator (KPI) reporting, program/customer profitability analysis, and data integrity initiatives.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate with finance, operations, and engineering teams to gather data on program & customer performance and profitability. Analyze program financials to identify trends, optimize cost, and maximize profitability
- Translate complex data findings into concise and impactful recommendations & reports for senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Technical coordination and delivery of projects in software products organization that spans across Engineering, operations, product management and customer success.
- Cross-functional alignment for timelines, dependencies, and risks.
- Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of technical programs, from planning to delivery
- Develop and maintain program schedules, track progress, and manage dependencies.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget
- Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Provide status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
- Maintain documentation for program plans, roadmaps, and metrics.
What You Need
- Expert knowledge in project management and coordination in a globally distributed development environment (Waterfall, Agile).
- Certified Project Management Professional (e.g. PMP)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
- Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet applications (i.e. Excel)
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
What is nice to have
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) required; advanced degree preferred.
- Experience in business/data analysis, financial analysis, operations, reporting, data analytics, data science, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role, leading cross-functional teams, or analytics teams.
- Experience in business analysis or a similar role, with a track record of manipulating, analyzing, curating, and reporting data.
- Experience in developing and reporting on KPIs, creating dashboards, and utilizing data visualization tools.
- Hands-on experience with data integrity, validation processes, and database management systems.
- Experience working with stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives.
- Familiarity with financial and operational performance metrics, as well as program profitability analysis.
What Makes You Eligible
- Be willing to work in an office in Novi, MI
- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
What We Offer
- We offer an authentic, diverse, equal, and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development in a truly global organization.
- You will work on products and services that touch people’s lives and will change the industrial standards, being a part of the transformations in our industry.
- Our work environments are fast-paced, challenging, empowering, collaborative, flexible, and exciting.
- We offer our own HARMAN University with regular updates on the new technologies and trends by utilizing various sessions organized by Self Learning and Development Trainings to help grow and advance talent.
- We offer competitive compensation/benefit programs and recognition programs.
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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.
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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!
