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A Career at HARMAN Automotive
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s 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
What You’ll Be Part Of
As a Regional Data Steward within the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) organization, you will be responsible for ensuring data accuracy and integrity across systems and processes. Your primary objective will be to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality data is integrated properly to the SAP IBP system, drive system integration improvements, and support the effective execution of SIOP activities. This critical role plays an essential part in optimizing decision-making and operational efficiency.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Monitor data quality within the SAP IBP system, ensuring the availability of accurate and reliable information e.g., ensure that there are no conflicts with other data elements (removes duplicates, overlap etc.) or that unused data elements are removed.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure proper configuration, functionality, and integration of SAP IBP with source and target systems, identifying and resolving system-related issues.
- Manage master data update requests from SIOP participants and collaborate with functional departments responsible for updating master data according to the established data governance framework.
- Provide adequate documentation on appropriate system usage and document the origin and sources for each integrated data element.
- Identify opportunities for process enhancements within SIOP functions and drive system-related improvements to streamline operations and increase efficiency.
- Work closely with demand planning, supply planning, and other teams to align data and system processes to achieve SIOP objectives.
- Monito the CI-DS interface to analyze system performance and identify integration issues.
- Stay updated with industry best practices, SAP IBP integration technology advancements to contribute to ongoing system improvements.
- Embody the HARMAN competencies of Leadership, Collaboration, Judgement and Results Driven.
What Makes You A Strong Fit
- Applicant Shall have 5+ years of experience in the field of Supply chain & operations planning
- Bachelor/Master’s in supply chain related fields
- Proven experience in data stewardship, data management, or system administration, preferably within the SIOP or supply chain domain.
- Strong understanding of data management principles, data governance, and IT systems used in supply chain and SIOP functions.
- Proficiency in using SAP IBP, CI-DS, SAP ERP systems, and data analytics software.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot system issues and drive system enhancements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with IT teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to maintain accuracy and consistency in data management practices.
- Analytical thinking and the ability to interpret complex data to provide actionable insights.
- Project management skills to lead system-related initiatives and drive improvements.
- Adaptable and proactive, able to navigate changing system requirements and business needs.
Bonus Points if You Have
- Expert knowledge of automotive industry including supply chain dynamics
- Certifications from accredited bodies such as ASCM
Things To Know
- Be willing to travel up to 5-10%, domestic
- Be willing to work in an office (hybrid) with close collaboration with manufacturing sites across the organization
What You Can Expect
- A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
- Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG etc.).
- Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
- “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
- Work on best-in-class emerging technologies and an atmosphere that motivates you to give your best.
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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
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain & operations planning
- Bachelor's or Master's in supply chain related field
- Proven experience in data stewardship, data management, or system administration (preferably SIOP/supply chain)
- Strong understanding of data management principles, data governance, and supply chain IT systems
- Proficiency with SAP IBP, CI-DS, SAP ERP and data analytics software
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for system issues
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
- Detail-oriented with ability to maintain accuracy and consistency in data practices
- Analytical thinking to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
- Project management skills to lead system-related initiatives
- Adaptable and proactive to changing system requirements and business needs
- Willingness to travel up to 5-10% (domestic)
- Willingness to work in an office (hybrid)
- Expert knowledge of automotive industry including supply chain dynamics
- Certifications from accredited bodies such as ASCM
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!
