Product Sourcing Specialist - Karlsbad, Deutschland - Harman International

Harman International
Harman International
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Karlsbad, Deutschland

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Lena Wagner

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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


This position is part of the Global Procurement department, Product Sourcing Car Audio SBU, and the centralized advocate of the Supply Chain Management Organization (SCM) towards Harman's respective Business Units.

This role is responsible for all aspects related to SCM and therefore the partner for Engineering, Quality, Program Management (CPM), Sales (CBU) and Finance within Harman's Business Units.

What You Will Do

  • Ambassador of the supply chain management organization towards all relevant functions of the HARMAN organization (Engineering, Quality, Program management, Sales and Finance)
  • Product Sourcing participates in cross function RFI and RFQ teams and is responsible for to provide full optimized costed TVC (total variable costs) on new products for the Car Audio SBU teams.
  • Lead cost reduction workshops and designtocost initiatives during the new product development process.
  • Cost Optimization events, led by Product Sourcing, focused on reduction of cost as well as optional component selection.
  • During the design phase of the product sourcing process, customer requirements and engineering specifications provide the inputs required for development of the advanced sourcing technology roadmap. The goal of these reviews is to provide costed Product BOM's for integration into customer programs.
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies in conjunction with engineering and category management.
  • In conjunction with the SCM, CBU, CPM and finance departments, Product sourcing representative drives business review with SVP Supply Chain Management for make vs Buy decisions. (Capital, capacity, EMS costing, supplier delivery and performance, program timing, and business case impact are critical inputs in making decision).
  • Lead crossfunctional teams in identification and implementation of product cost reduction opportunities through VAVE events including PCN's and CR's.
  • Collaborate successfully with key work partners and maintaining relationships at management level.
  • Track, monitor and drive respective actions to ensure material cost targets will be achieve during new product introduction phases.
  • Monthly reporting of KPIs
What You Need

  • Bachelor's / Master degree business administration, industrial engineer or appropriate graduation
  • 7+ years of related experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Program Management &/or Product Sourcing
  • Strong relationship building skills and proven success collaborating with key work partners and the ability to maintain relationships at the executive level
  • Proven ability to lead and influence diverse global teams to achieve cost, quality, and time to market commitments
  • Creative and innovative problem solver, agent for change management and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing environment
  • Drive for results and success; convey a sense of urgency and drive issues to closure; persist despite obstacles and opposition
What is Nice to Have

  • Automotive background and strong technical skills
  • Strong presentation and moderation skills.
  • Ability to work independently, establishing priorities, setting goals and to make decisions
  • Experience in Digital Cockpit, ADAS, Camera Vision technology or Telematics sourcing desired
  • Be willing to travel up to 1020%, domestic and international travel
What We Offer

  • HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensation. You will also receive topnotch employee discounts on Harman's Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung products
  • Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global friendly working atmosphere and good worklifebalance
  • Attractive salary package based on the Metall & Elektro Tarif Baden Wurttemberg and an Employer contribution towards a company pension plan
  • Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies which also includes extensive technical trainings
  • Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs
- "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program

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HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,disability or Protected Veterans status.

HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportuniti
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